Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted infection that is incredibly infectious, and is the result of the bacteria known as Neisseria gonorrhoeae (1). The infection is spread very easily, because many people who have contracted the infection do not experience symptoms, and therefore are unaware that they are infected. Symptoms that can result from a gonorrhoea […]
Sexual initiation in earlier age for adolescents can lead to a considerably higher risk of getting an STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection), a new study carried out in South Korea tells us. According to the lead author, i.e. Seo Yoon Lee who is from the Seoul Yonsei University’s Institute of Health Services Research, they are suggesting […]
Most diseases and illnesses don’t always make their presence known. Most people think that getting screened for STI as soon as they feel something is not right, and they deem waiting for the symptoms to surface to be a better choice. Sexually transmitted infections are among diseases that often go undetected due to mild symptoms […]
The Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (MHRA), have busted eleven crime syndicate members who put thousands of lives at risk by selling fake viagra online. The gang was finally caught after a five year investigation led by the regulatory group. The MHRA believe that the popularity of social media today is helping criminals like […]
The malaria parasite is continuing to show a resistance to current treatments. Although the instances of malaria are decreasing, the problem is still very much widespread and researchers at the Institut de Recherche pour le Développement (IRD) in Cameroon, and the Organisation for the Coordination of the Fight against Endemic Diseases in Central Africa, (OLEAC), […]