The Hepatitis B Vaccination: Who Needs It and The Lifesaving Value of Vaccination
The silent liver infection HBV or Hepatitis B puts one at threat of contracting an infection poorly in the back of the body and also spreading widely without being detected. Hepatitis B is a chronic ailment, along with majority of its victims.…
Hepatitis C and Pregnancy: What Expecant Mothers Need to Know
Pregnancy is an exciting milestone, but can be tricky to navigate while living with Hepatitis C (HCV). While hepititis C predominantly targets the liver, its effects during pregnancy require special attention. This post outlines best practices to balance self-care with baby care, from transmission risks…
Can I Get an STI from Kissing?
Kissing is one of the most widely recognized forms of intimacy, but it also leaves questions concerning sexual health: Can you really get a sexually transmitted infection (STI) from kissing? Though the majority of STIs are transmitted through sexual fluids and some form of skin-to-skin contact, there are…
Can You Transmit Chlamydia By Kissing?
Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI), but there are plenty of myths around its routes of transmission. With all the misinformation, one popular question is: Can you get Chlamydia by kissing? Let’s analyze how this infection is—or isn’t—spread.
What Is Chlamydia?
The infection is caused by the bacteria…
AIDS Cure Rate, Mortality Rate, and Prevention Methods: What You Need to Know in 2025
At this point, AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) is one of the most underappreciated diseases in the world. Even though HIV/AIDS does not pose as many death risks as it used to, it still continues to be surrounded by myths and…
The dangers of chlamydia infection
It’s time we discuss something quite uncomfortable yet important: Chlamydia. According to the World Health Organization, it remains the most prevalent bacterial sexually transmitted infection (STI) and is often dismissed as “not a big deal.” Spoiler alert: this is dangerous. Chlamydia is an STI that can be treated; however, neglect…