Intimacy is a multifaceted concept but most of us fail to understand that. Our understanding of intimacy is influenced by popular media. Popular media tends to associate the concept of intimacy with romantic partners but what we need to address is that its scope extends far beyond that realm.
With increasing age, older individuals tend to seek affection through their intimate lives. However, as the graph of intimate life shakes, an observation can be made about the rise of STI cases in older people. The article engages with the reasons behind this rise. It also offers possible preventive measures for the same.
STIs are usually understood in the context of the physical body while completely negating the role of mental well-being, even though there has been numerous research which has been conducted to report the interconnection between mental health and the probability of contracting STIs, the research is yet to make a breakthrough with the common sphere of conversation.
As teenagers and young adults, the realm of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) might seem daunting, but becomes important to address, encompassing a range of infections transmitted through sexual contact. The catch? Some of these infections might lurk in your system without showing any symptoms, making regular testing crucial.
The most common and visible sign of an STD is a chancre in the genital region. This article dives into the features of chancres, and how you can use them to help you diagnose Syphilis and Chancroid.
Herpes, whether it is oral or genital, affects around 3.7 million people worldwide annually. Let’s get to know more about this common STI!
STIs carry stigma, causing fear and barriers to testing. Breaking the silence is crucial for mental health. Key facts include: STIs don’t define morality, testing is crucial, and stigma perpetuates infection spread. Education and open conversations reduce societal stigma.
Addressing common bacterial, viral, and unique male STI conditions.
Monoclueosis often called mono is a viral infection caused by the Epstein- Barr virus (EBV). This virus is primarily transmitted through saliva from the mouth of an infected person earning the nickname “the kissing disease”.
It would be difficult to imagine ourselves in the place of someone who gets abandoned by family members and faces discrimination throughout their life, at no fault of their own. The reason being, that they are HIV positive. This is what thousands of children and birth givers have been facing globally, especially where awareness is lacking. This article focuses on the prevalence of HIV in pregnant women and infants who are equally at risk.
