Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are conditions that can be passed from one person to another through sexual activity. They are also called sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. These diseases can cause itching, sores, pain during sex, and other uncomfortable symptoms in the penis or vagina. However, many people who have STDs may have no symptoms at all. This is why sexually active women and men should get tested for STDs regularly, even if they don't feel sick. So, it’s important to ... [Read More]
risk factors for STDs
Risk Factors of STDs
There’s been a lot of information swirling around about preventing the spread of infectious diseases, particularly viruses. The COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019) pandemic has given everyone a front-row view of how respiratory infections can be passed easily from person to person. However, respiratory illnesses are not the only type of infection that can be spread throughout a population. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are an ongoing public health problem that affects millions of ... [Read More]