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United Nations calls for increased efforts on World AIDS Vaccine Day

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 20, 2013 The United Nations said that there was "no time to lose" in working toward a vaccine for HIV/AIDS.
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Hepatitis: An overview

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 20, 2013 Viral hepatitis is usually spread by three main types and can become a serious health condition.
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Healthcare company apologizes for unconsented HIV tests

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 17, 2013 A major healthcare company has issued an apology to the 6,500 people who were tested for HIV last month without their knowledge.
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Memphis has a safer sex superhero

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 17, 2013 A local nonprofit in Memphis has created Condom Man, a cape-wielding superhero who hands out condoms to residents.
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Separating fact from fiction with syphilis

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 16, 2013 Because syphilis has been a part of history for many years, there is a lot of folklore surrounding the STD.
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Art exhibit aims at reducing HIV/AIDS stigmas

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 15, 2013 The Florida Department of Health has funded a traveling art exhibit that aims to reduce stigmas surrounding HIV/AIDS.
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CDC responds to press reactions about drug-resistant gonorrhea

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 15, 2013 The CDC recently responded to press coverage about antibiotic resistant gonorrhea.
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Viral hepatitis awareness spearheaded by the Latino community

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 14, 2013 May 14 has been designated as National Hispanic Hepatitis Awareness Day.
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Senior White House advisor and Alicia Keys contribute to HIV/AIDS awareness

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 14, 2013 A new initiative spearheaded by Alicia Keys featured an event that was represented by the Obama administration.
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Buffalo VA hospital confirms 20 veterans tested positive for hepatitis

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 13, 2013 The community of Buffalo, N.Y., was shocked to learn that 20 veterans tested positive for viral hepatitis due to negligent care.
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Medical professionals and students with hepatitis B protected under disability law

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 10, 2013 Healthcare professionals and medical students with hepatitis B are now protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act, according to the Washington Post.
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CDC: More people in the U.S. need follow-up testing for hepatitis C

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 09, 2013 The CDC recently updated their follow-up testing guidelines for hepatitis C.
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HIV discrimination resolution introduced in Congress

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 08, 2013 The U.S. House of Representatives has introduced a resolution that would modernize current HIV discrimination laws.
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Sexually transmitted diseases may affect mental health

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 06, 2013 Studies have shown that that both physical and mental health is impaired as a result of STD infection.
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Indiana officials push online STD prevention measures

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 06, 2013 There are several Facebook pages that were made to bring about awareness of STDs in the United States.
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California nonprofit sparks controversy in new STD initiative

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 03, 2013 A nonprofit in California caused controversy after mailing approximately 30,000 condoms to teenagers last year.
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May is National Hepatitis Month

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 02, 2013 The CDC is designated May 19 as Hepatitis Testing Day for the second year in a row.
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Influential federal panel calls for near-universal HIV testing

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 30, 2013 The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force is now calling for all adolescents and adults ages 15 to 65 to be screened for HIV at least ...
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AIDS vaccine research halted due to safety issues

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 26, 2013 Research for a potential AIDS vaccine was stopped due to safety concerns for the volunteers.
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Houston area grappling with syphilis outbreak

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 25, 2013 Houston health officials are urging STD testing due to a recent syphilis outbreak in the city.
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Oxford researchers find possible link between Roman-era cosmetics and chlamydia

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 25, 2013 Roman-era tweezers, scrapers and other toiletries found in Great Britain might have been used to treat a form of chlamydia that affects the eyes.
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Groundbreaking treatment set for boy born with HIV

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 24, 2013 A boy born with HIV and later diagnosed with leukemia underwent a risky surgery to eliminate both diseases this week.
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British health expert fears gonorrhea could become untreatable by 2015

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 23, 2013 A health expert associated with Public Health England explained to the BBC that gonorrhea could become untreatable by 2015.
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The difference between oral and genital herpes

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 22, 2013 Oral and genital herpes have similar symptoms, but the viruses that infect a patient are not similar.
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Porn movie permits plummet after LA County requires condom use on set

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 19, 2013 Adult film permits have plummeted in Los Angeles after a ballot measure passed in 2012 required all male porn stars to wear a condom.
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Canadian STD rates revealed in government survey

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 18, 2013 The vast majority of respondents to a Canadian health study were unaware that they were infected with an STD before diagnosis.
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MTV pushes for HIV-free generation

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 18, 2013 MTV's Staying Alive Foundation is using grass-roots efforts and broadcasts to push for an HIV-free generation.
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Study: Circumcised males less likely to become infected with HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 17, 2013 A new study shows that circumcised males have lower levels of bacterial infection, including HIV.
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New Mexico experiences dramatic increase in syphilis infections

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 17, 2013 The rates of syphilis infection in New Mexico are the highest they've been since 1988, according to recent report from the New Mexico Department of ...
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New research provides better understanding about genital herpes

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 16, 2013 Scientists at polyDNA have discovered a molecular key that could lead to better information about how the herpes simplex virus affects the human body.
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Minnesota's gonorrhea infection rates soar in 2012

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 15, 2013 Gonorrhea infection rates have jumped 35 percent in the Land of 10,000 Lakes over the past year.
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Young people tackle HIV/AIDS in graphic novel

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 12, 2013 The University of South Carolina along with young writers help publish a graphic novel centered around HIV/AIDS
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Tests for re-infection of chlamydia prove beneficial for young people

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 11, 2013 Young people who become infected with chlamydia could beneit from re-testing, according to new research from the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine.
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First annual National Youth HIV + AIDS Awareness Day

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 10, 2013 Advocates for Youth and the Department of Health and Human Services are acknowledging the first-ever National Youth HIV + AIDS Awareness Day in the United ...
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HIV infection rate is rising for women in Canadian town

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 09, 2013 Hamilton, a small Canadian city outside of Toronto, has seen a sudden spike in HIV-infected women in the past year.
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Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation to create a more effective condom

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 08, 2013 According to a new blog post from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the nonprofit is seeking innovation in condom design to reduce the number ...
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April is STD Awareness Month

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 08, 2013 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have designated April as STD Awareness Month.
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Mobile web application identifies STD infections

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 05, 2013 A new mobile app called STD Triage works with certified dermatologists to identify skin infections caused by STDs.
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Sexual education programs may lower STD rates

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 04, 2013 A study from the Guttmacher Institute found that sexual education programs "are urgently needed" to reduce risky sexual behavior in young people.
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Scientists discover antibodies that can neutralize HIV infection

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 04, 2013 Scientists at Duke University have generated powerful antibodies that may lead to a vaccine for HIV/AIDS.
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Mississippi ranks second in the nation for chlamydia and gonorrhea

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 03, 2013 According to 2011 rates of transmission, Mississippi ranks second in the United States for gonorrhea and chlamydia cases.
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Genital herpes infection may make it easier to get HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 02, 2013 Sexual contact during outbreaks from genital herpes may make your chances of HIV/AIDS, according to the CDC.
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PBS interviews CDC specialist about 'super gonorrhea'

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 02, 2013 A specialist with the CDC was interviewed by PBS about the spread of drug-resistant bacteria - including "super gonorrhea."
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New drug shows promise for people living with hepatitis C

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 01, 2013 A new drug has been tested that could be a great option for people with living with hepatitis C.
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Online dating websites emerge for people with STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 29, 2013 Several online dating sites - including Positive Singles - can allow users to see and search potential partners' STD status.
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Tulsa Health Department urges HIV testing for 7,000 dental patients

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 29, 2013 An ongoing investigation from the Tulsa Health Department discovered that a local dentist could have infected patients with several infectious diseases.
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Kansas bill has HIV/AIDS activists in an uproar

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 28, 2013 A new bill circulating through the Kansas State Capitol is beginning to get national media coverage due to proposed regulations regarding citizens who have become ...
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Nebraska legislation gets tough on STD prevention

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 27, 2013 A Nebraska bill would allow doctors to write presciptions for partners of people infected with gonorrhea and chlamydia without having to test the partner.
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'Super gonorrhea' makes health officials wary of antibiotic use

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 27, 2013 Health officials are growing concerned about strains of bacteria that are becoming antibiotic-resistant.
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Gonorrhea affects men and women differently

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 26, 2013 The prevalence and symptoms of gonorrhea can vary between males and females.
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Study: Oral herpes may lead to decline in cognitive health

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 26, 2013 A study from the American Academy of Neurology has linked oral herpes to cognitive decline in adults.
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Magic Johnson hoax tweet claims HIV-positive athlete donated blood

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 25, 2013 The Twitter world was shocked this past weekend when a photo of HIV-positive Magic Johnson giving blood circulated from a hoax account.
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Arizona sees sudden rise in chlamydia and gonorrhea

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 25, 2013 Gonorrhea and chlamydia rates have skyrocketed in Arizona from 2010 to 2011.
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Can professional hair removal increase your chances of contracting genital herpes?

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 21, 2013 Preliminary research from France shows that people may contract infections like genital herpes through certain hair removal methods.
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Canadian syphilis outbreak continues to surge

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 21, 2013 In 2012, syphilis cases rose 70 percent year-over-year in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Study: 14 adults 'functionally cured' of HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 19, 2013 French researchers say early antiviral treatment played major role in "functionally curing" 14 people with HIV.
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STD cases on the rise in Pittsburgh

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 18, 2013 STD cases in gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis are all up Pittsburgh.
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Parents wary of HPV vaccine

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 18, 2013 Despite the many health benefits of the HPV vaccine, the number of parents not getting their children vaccinated is climbing.
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HBO's 'Girls' slacking in STD prevention this season

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 15, 2013 Despite its realistic portrayal of young people and STDs in the last season of HBO's "Girls," the lack of STD prevention in season two is ...
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Genital herpes can lead to erectile dysfunction

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 14, 2013 Genital herpes can lead to erectile dysfunction in men, according to a study by the National Institutes of Health.
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CDC: Poor heterosexual urban dwellers at risk for HIV infection

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 14, 2013 The CDC reported that one in 50 poor heterosexual Americans living in cities are infected with HIV.
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Who should get tested for STDs?

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 13, 2013 Based on your demographic data and sexual history, different screenings for STDs may be recommended by your doctor or clinic.
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Panama City aims to lower STD infection rates during spring break

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 12, 2013 As Panama City begins to welcome hundreds of thousands of college students onto their beaches this year for Spring Break, one local program is trying ...
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Oral herpes: More common than you think

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 12, 2013 Oral herpes affects more than 50 percent of adults in the United States, making testing and safer sex an important step you need to take ...
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Activists come together for National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 11, 2013 National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, now in its eighth year, strives to bring awareness and prevention of the disease to women across the ...
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South by Southwest Interactive 2013 will feature STD social network

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 07, 2013 A new social networking app devoted to sharing STD status will be featured at the 2013 South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas.
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Canadian man sentenced for not revealing he had herpes

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 07, 2013 A Canadian soldier was sentenced to probation and community service after not revealing his STD status to three women he had sex with.
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Syphilis on the rise in California

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 06, 2013 Syphilis is on the rise in California, especially in Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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U.S. women have a chlamydia problem

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 05, 2013 The reported rates for chlamydia rose by 51 percent in women from 2001 to 2011, according to the CDC.
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Hepatitis C patients await new round of treatments

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 05, 2013 Many hepatitis C patients are foregoing treatment to wait for a new round of promising drugs.
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Baby born with HIV is deemed cured

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 04, 2013 A baby born with HIV has been living for a year off of HIV drugs with no signs of infection, according to The New York ...
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STDs top list of communicable diseases in Salt Lake City

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 01, 2013 STDs were among the list of prevalent communicable diseases in Salt Lake City during 2012.
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Chlamydia: Tennessee's No. 1 STD

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 28, 2013 The Tennessee Department of Health is continuing efforts to curb chlamydia through STD testing.
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Georgia ranks high in STD infections

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 27, 2013 Georgia continues to be one of the states with the highest rates in gonorrhea, syphilis and chlamydia in the nation.
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Hepatitis B infection increases mortality risk with HIV and hepatitis C, study finds

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 26, 2013 Mortality rates are significantly higher for people living with hepatitis B and C and HIV.
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Chicago Public Schools considering push for more sex education due to high STD rates

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 25, 2013 Due to high rates of STDs in the area, Chicago Public Schools is considering a bold new sexual education initiative.
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Donations for HIV prevention and treatment have decreased

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 22, 2013 Even though the rate of HIV infection has remained stable, financial efforts to find a cure have decreased.
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Missouri university dealing with staggering STD infection statistics

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 22, 2013 A Kansas City university is experiencing STD rates higher than the national and state average.
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Las Vegas Hepatitis C court case set to begin

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 21, 2013 A civil trial is set for Nevada Health Plan after a 2005 hepatitis C outbreak.
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Top 3 most famous men in history with syphilis

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 21, 2013 Christopher Columbus, Scott Joplin and Al Capone all had experiences with this common sexually transmitted disease.
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Fort Bliss leads the U.S. Army with the most HIV cases

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 20, 2013 For the second year in a row, Fort Bliss tops the list of military installations with the most HIV cases.
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Re-entered the dating scene? Don't forget to get tested

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 19, 2013 The number of seniors with STDs has increased dramatically both in America and across the pond, showing the need for safer sex and STD testing ...
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Ottawa reaches out to young people with safer sex campaign

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 19, 2013 With a new campaign called "Sex It Smart, Ottawa hopes to drive down the number of STD amongst city youth.
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California lawmaker proposes bill to reduce the number of STDs among adult film stars

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 15, 2013 A state respresentative from Compton is trying to made condoms mandatory for all adult film shoots in order to drive down the number of industry-wide ...
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City attempts Guinness record by testing 2,000 people for chlamydia

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 15, 2013 Health officials in the U.K. are using an effective ad campaign to break the Guinness Book of World Record bid for the most people in ...
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Health experts call STDs a 'severe epidemic' in America

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 14, 2013 20 million new cases of STDs are reported each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Health problems of unchecked gonorrhea

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 13, 2013 Gonorrhea left unchecked can lead to infertility, pelvic inflammatory disease and complications with pregnancy.
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Syphilis on the rise in San Francisco

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 13, 2013 Despite decreases in HIV in the Bay Area, San Francisco is currently have issues with keeping syphilis rates down.
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False hepatitis B claim forces Iowa man to plead guilty

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 12, 2013 An Cedar Rapids man is looking at up to 10 years in prison for lying to the FDA about hepatitis B treatments.
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Research shows social networking effective in communicating HIV prevention

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 12, 2013 Researchers at UCLA found that social networking sites like Facebook were helpful in spreading information about prevention and testing for HIV.
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Many chlamydia patients fail to get retested

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 11, 2013 Many people who test for chlamydia fail to get retested, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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Iowa sees major increase in reported syphilis cases

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 08, 2013 Iowa is seeing an overall increase in STDs - especially in reported cases of syphilis.
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Magic Johnson meets with Obama to address HIV/AIDS prevention

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 08, 2013 NBA legend and superstar Magic Johnson visited the president and a D.C. area hospital to bring more awareness for HIV/AIDS.
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Chlamydia is Ottawa's number one STD

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 07, 2013 After a rise in STD testing and reporting over the past three years, chlamydia is now the number one disease in Ottawa.
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The early stages of herpes

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 07, 2013 STD testing is an important step in preventing herpes from spreading, as you can have the virus without any symptoms.
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HHS addresses HIV/AIDS and the African American community

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 06, 2013 To address HIV/AIDS issues with the African American community, HHS set out funding and guidelines for the new year.
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Genetically-engineered herpes virus halts cancer cells

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 06, 2013 Scientists believe that this man made virus may lead to better cancer treatments in the future.
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Antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea a growing concern

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 05, 2013 A new strain of antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea has public health officials worried.
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Military members are at increased risk for STIs

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 05, 2013 A new study indicates that the sexual health of some American military members may be at risk.
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Missouri university finds breakthrough with hepatitis B treatment

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 04, 2013 Saint Louis University has found an enzyme that can block the spread of hepatitis B.
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Shakespeare could have had syphilis, doctor claims

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 04, 2013 Some of Shakespeare's last writings show signs of a tremor - a common side effect of syphilis.
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Doctors pinpoint the spread of Hepatitis C

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 01, 2013 Scientists believe that for the first time, they may have pinpointed a reason why hepatitis C has spread dramatically.
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Treatments for Hepatitis C are better than ever

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 31, 2013 Despite grim statistics, there are many new innovative treatments for Hepatitis C on the market.
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Kansas health officials concerned over cuts in HIV testing

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 30, 2013 Due to budget cuts, Kansas will no longer be offering free STD testing to its citizens.
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Study: Seniors aren't getting routine HIV testing they need

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 29, 2013 By getting tested and engaging in safer sex, seniors can take a stand against the growing epidemic of HIV.
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Pennsylvania city launches STD treatment program

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 28, 2013 In lieu of gonorrhea infections rising from 140 cases in 2011 to 292 in 2012, officials in York, Pennsylvania, are launching a new treatment program ...
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UHS event emphasizes better sexual health in Ann Arbor

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 25, 2013 The Michigan Daily reported that the University Health Service (UHS) in Ann Arbor, Michigan, recently put on its fifth-annual Sexpertise event.
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Kris Humphries counter sues woman who claimed he gave her herpes

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 24, 2013 Kris Humphries, a star NBA player, is in a court battle with a woman who alleged that Humphries gave her genital herpes in 2012.
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HPV vaccine mandate for boys fails in Virginia

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 23, 2013 A legislative bill that would expand insurance coverage of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccinations to boys failed to pass in the Virginia General Assembly, according to ...
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Study shows condoms don't just prevent STDs - they're enjoyable too

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 23, 2013 According to The Daily Mail researchers from the School of Public Health at Indiana University Bloomington recently concluded a study into Americans' useage and perceptions ...
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Australian scientists find potential cure for AIDS

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 23, 2013 Australian scientists may have found a protein that could reduce the chances of HIV developing into AIDS.
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Maine reporting surge in gonorrhea

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 23, 2013 Although Maine had been known for low rates of the disease, the prevalence of gonorrhea has more than quadrupled since 2008.
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A dozen new gonorrhea cases in Maine for 2013

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 21, 2013 According to The Global Dispatch Maine continues to be plagued by new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in 2013.
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Researchers reveal hepatitis B virus enigma

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 21, 2013 A team of researchers from the National Institutes of Health's (NIH) National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal Skin Diseases (NIAMS) and the University of Oxford ...
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Safer sex practices noted among West Virginia teens

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 18, 2013 While rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and unexpected teenage pregnancies are going up in many regions of the country, health officials in West Virginia ...
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New Colorado website encourages Hispanic community to practice safer sex

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 18, 2013 According to Hispanically Speaking News, a new Spanish website is seeking to raise awareness about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), unintended pregnancies and the consequences of ...
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New game sheds light on low rates of condom use and vaccination

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 17, 2013 TechNewsDaily reports that a new online game is helping health officials and researchers understand the thought processes behind individuals who do not use condoms or ...
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Bikini waxes factoring in disappearance of pubic lice

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 17, 2013 Bloomberg reports that pubic lice - commonly known as crabs - seem to be disappearing from the face of the earth.
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Despite HPV-cancer link, low vaccination rates in U.S.

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 17, 2013 A recent report released with cooperation from the American Cancer Society, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the National Cancer Institute and the ...
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STD testing recommended before using IUD form of birth control

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 31, 2012 To prevent unwanted pregnancies, many women turn to birth control, which is available in a number of forms, from oral contraceptives, to diaphragms, to intrauterine ...
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New smartphone app designed to minimize risk of spreading STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 28, 2012 One of the biggest problems with encouraging people to practice safer sex is getting them to communicate about it openly.
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HPV linked to more cases of larynx cancer

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 28, 2012 Genital human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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STD rates in Douglas County, Ne., double national average

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 27, 2012 Douglas County, Ne., has been struggling with soaring sexually transmitted disease (STD) rates for the past 10 years, and recent statistics have shown that there ...
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STD rates skyrocketing in New York City

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 13, 2012 Rates of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are rapidly increasing throughout areas of New York City.
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STDs see no age limit

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 30, 2012 Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are surprisingly common among older individuals.
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Oral sex spreads STDs as well

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 20, 2012 It's important for people to remember that oral sex can spread sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) too, as it's not just intercourse that can pass these ...
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Why are HPV vaccination rates low among African-American women?

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 15, 2012 Sexually transmitted disease (STD) prevention strategies only work if individuals are willing to follow them.
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Can you tell if you have an STD?

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 07, 2012 Some people may not visit sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing centers because they do not exhibit any symptoms of an infection.
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Trichomoniasis: Few symptoms, serious infection

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 05, 2012 While many people have heard of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as chlamydia or gonorrhea, they may not know much about trichomoniasis.
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Halloween treats can help raise STD awareness

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 30, 2012 Halloween is approaching and while ghouls, ghosts and witches are certainly something to be frightened of, scarier yet is the chance of contracting a sexually ...
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Study confirms that there is no link between HPV vaccine and increased sexual activity

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 10, 2012 Since the introduction of the vaccine designed to protect against the human papillomavirus (HPV), some parents have had concerns that the shot will encourage promiscuity.
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Believing common STI myths may leave you vulnerable to infection

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 20, 2012 Other than abstaining from sex, the best way people can reduce their risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (STI) is by practicing safer sex.
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STD treatment can be difficult - but worth it

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 13, 2012 It's important for all sexually active individuals to visit STD testing centers to make sure that they do not have a potentially life-threatening virus such ...
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South Dakota continues to experiencing alarming STD rates

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 29, 2012 Over the past few months, South Dakota has been experiencing a startling rise in the number of residents with a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
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STD rates are triple the Florida state average in Leon County

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 16, 2012 Individuals who live in Leon County, Florida may be in need of more awareness programs regarding the dangers of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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Researchers find that the HPV shot could benefit men, but may not be cost-effective

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 07, 2012 Even since the vaccine for the human papillomavirus (HPV) was created, there has been a debate over who should receive it.
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CDC creates a team to investigate STD rates in South Dakota

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 20, 2012 Sometimes, a city or state will experience such a large spike in the number of sexually transmitted disease (STD) cases that they have to ask ...
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People do not support waiving parental consent for HPV vaccine

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 19, 2012 In the fight against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) one of the largest strides made in recent years was the development of a vaccine that protects ...
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Arizona health official works to inform people of their STD status

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 16, 2012 In order to control the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), it's important for individuals to inform their sexual partners that they may have been ...
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Quad pill may soon be preferred HIV treatment

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 29, 2012 HIV patients may have to take as many as 17 pills a day to not only manage the virus but to curb the various side ...
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Quad pill may soon be preferred HIV treatment

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 29, 2012 HIV patients may have to take as many as 17 pills a day to not only manage the virus but to curb the various side ...
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STD rates among baby boomers are on the rise

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 28, 2012 Outbreaks of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) have always been a major concern of public health officials.
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Pride month promotes STD awareness

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 28, 2012 Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender and Queer Pride month is in full swing, with many cities partaking in festivities that include parades, rallies and fun activities ...
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Hepatitis C outbreak in New Hampshire causes alarm

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 27, 2012 Twenty individuals associated with the lab, including an employee, have already been diagnosed with the bloodborne disease, initiating a possible outbreak.
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Not enough pregnant women get tested for STDs.

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 17, 2012 A sexually transmitted disease (STD) can be passed from a pregnant woman to her baby before, during or after birth, according to the Centers for ...
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Many women are not getting all three doses of HPV vaccine

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 07, 2012 One of the most frustrating things about sexually transmitted infections and HIV is that these diseases can be prevented, yet their rates continue to rise ...
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Helping parents protect their kids from STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 07, 2012 Minnesota is experiencing a major spike in sexually transmitted disease (STD) cases, especially in young people. MPR News reported that the majority of these infections ...
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Arizona college students get schooled on STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 26, 2012 College students are in need of sexually transmitted disease (STD) prevention programs that encourage safer sex and teach proper condom use.
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Healthcare providers need to play a larger role in STD prevention

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 26, 2012 April is National Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Awareness month, which is dedicated to informing the public of the importance of practicing safer sex and visiting ...
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San Antonio health officials report rise in syphilis-infected newborns

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 17, 2012 Some sexually transmitted infections (STIs), if left untreated, can potentially be passed on to unborn children.
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County cuts programs, and watches STD rates rise

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 13, 2012 Administrators of initiatives designed to promote sexual health awareness and reduce sexually transmitted disease (STD) rates sometimes have a difficult time finding proper funding.
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Some teen girls misunderstand the effects of the HPV vaccine

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 01, 2012 In the past few years, the development of a vaccine to prevent the human papillomavirus (HPV) has been hailed as an important step toward improving ...
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Exploring the connection between HIV, cervical cancer and aspirin

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 18, 2012 January marks Cervical Health Awareness Month, prompting many researchers to take a second look at ways to prevent cancers of the reproductive system.
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Ohio city loses STD grant money

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 09, 2012 The growing number of reported cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S. highlights the need for more effective programs to encourage people to ...
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Women may be more likely to contract an STD while they are ovulating

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 05, 2012 In order to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), it's important to understand who is at the highest risk of contracting these diseases.
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Chicago health officials call for syphilis prevention

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 20, 2011 According to a recent report released by The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH), syphilis rates went up 23 percent in the area since 2009.
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STD rates in the over-50 crowd are increasing

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 13, 2011 A recent report in the journal MEDSURG Nursing reports that people who are 50 and older are becoming infected with HIV/AIDS, herpes, syphilis, human papillomavirus ...
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Arizona State University removes condom vending machines from dormitory

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 12, 2011 The condom dispensers located at Arizona State University's Taylor Place dormitory were a helpful resource for students who wanted to practice safer sex on a ...
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Positive news in the battle against HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 01, 2011 December 1 is World AIDS Day, and President Obama is expected to announced that the new global target for treating people with this sexually transmitted ...
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Researchers say patch is effective in distributing HIV medication

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 01, 2011 While all sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can come with a variety of dangerous side effects, many people report that HIV is the infection they fear ...
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Physician warns that vaccines are not enough to protect from STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 31, 2011 Recently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended that 11-year-old boys be vaccinated against the human papillomavirus (HPV).
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Researchers make recommendations for screening HIV patients for HCV

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 27, 2011 Many patients infected with HIV may not know that they may also have another sexually transmitted disease (STD).
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Baby boomers still in need of greater STD awareness

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 24, 2011 The baby boomer generation has been showing an increase in sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the past years.
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Young people account for half of all new STD cases

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 21, 2011 Although people of any age can develop a sexually transmitted disease (STD), a recent report from the Centers for Disease Control Prevention finds that people ...
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Students host "Sex Jeopardy" to increase STD awareness

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 20, 2011 College-age young adults have the greatest chance of developing a sexually transmitted disease.
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Trojan reports on the status of sexual health on college campuses

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 19, 2011 Recently, the annual Trojan Health Report Card was released, ranking colleges based on their efforts to educate students on how to prevent sexually transmitted diseases ...
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Hispanics team up to fight HIV/AIDS infection in their communities

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 18, 2011 October 15 is National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD), which is meant to increase awareness of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among the Hispanic community.
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Men and women may not think so differently after all

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 18, 2011 Although society has come a long way from the gender stereotypes that existed decades ago, there are still misperceptions that exist regarding men, women and ...
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Woman sues man who allegedly gave her an STD

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 18, 2011 One of the best ways to avoid developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD) is to have open communication with partners about sexual history and health.
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Study suggests people with HIV are living longer

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 17, 2011 While we are still far away from having a cure for HIV/AIDS, new statistics suggest that the advancements that have been made in researching the ...
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Does TV affect how children view sex? Research says it's up to their mom

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 17, 2011 The rate of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is particularly high among young adults, leading both parents and scientists to question what more they can do ...
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Researchers discover genome that may lead to STD vaccine

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 17, 2011 Chlamydia is the most commonly reported sexually transmitted disease (STD), mostly due to the fact that its symptoms can be so minor than people can ...
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National coming out day highlights STDs in LGBT community

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 12, 2011 October 11 is National Coming Out Day, aimed at encouraging gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people to open up about their sexual orientation to ...
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Illinois county debates changing sexual education program

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 12, 2011 Sexual education is a highly debated topic, with many parents and teachers divided on the best way to keep kids safe and informed.
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Singles over 50 believe sex is important for their health

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 12, 2011 Lately there has been a great deal of discussion regarding older people and sexual health.
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In the war on STDs, more people turn to the internet

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 11, 2011 As sexually transmitted disease (STD) rates continue to be a major issue on college campuses, parents, professors and health officials have been trying to get ...
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College announces sexual health awareness week

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 10, 2011 Sexually transmitted disease (STD) rates are alarmingly high among college-age kids.
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Many parents not following traditional vaccination schedule

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 10, 2011 Most sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) do not have vaccines that can help prevent aganist infection, but some do.
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African Americans contracting hepatitis C at higher rates

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 10, 2011 Anyone who doesn't practice safer sex is at a high risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD), but some groups report higher rates of ...
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California turns to computers to combat STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 04, 2011 In the ongoing battle against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) parents, teachers and politicians have all been searching for an effective way to encourage young adults ...
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Rise in oral cancer cases connected to HPV

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 04, 2011 Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can lead to a variety of other conditions, such as heart disorders and cancer, making them particularly dangerous infections.
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Guidelines for hepatitis C treatment are now changed

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 04, 2011 The American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD) released new guidelines on their website this week regarding how to properly treat the sexually ...
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Can sharing a spoon spread herpes?

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 04, 2011 Herpes is a common sexually transmitted disease (STD) in America.
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New discovery of how HIV functions may lead to treatment

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 03, 2011 Every new thing that scientists learn about how sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) function brings them one step closer to developing more vaccines and medications.
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Organization gives out free condoms to educate people on overpopulation

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 30, 2011 People who are looking to protect themselves against developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD) should consider practicing safer sex by using condoms.
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Medical students are not getting proper vaccinations

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 30, 2011 While all sexually active people have a risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD), healthcare professionals have an increased chance of contracting these infections ...
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New treatment developed for hepatitis C

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 29, 2011 Patients with hepatitis C have limited options in terms of treatment.The sometimes sexually transmitted disease (STD) can cause serious liver damage, potentially leading to the ...
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STD testing especially important for college students

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 29, 2011 It's back-to-campus time, and for college students this means making sure that they are practicing safe sex and doing all they can to avoid developing ...
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NYC parents argue about proper sexual education for students

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 28, 2011 While many people hold different opinions regarding the best way to educate children about sexual health, statistics show that young people are lacking in important ...
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Appalachian pediatricians are less likely to advocate for HPV vaccine

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 28, 2011 Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) may cause a variety of other conditions.
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Researchers work to determine when to begin HIV treatment

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 27, 2011 While all sexually transmitted diseases carry serious risks, HIV is known as one of the most dangerous infections that a person can contract.
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Hepatitis C is more likely to cause liver cancer than other disorders

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 27, 2011 Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) come with a variety of dangerous symptoms ranging from outbreaks of sores, to organ complications, to death.
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Young people having unprotected sex at an alarming rate

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 27, 2011 The best way to avoid developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD) is by practicing safe sex.
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Doctors and nurses advocate for clean syringe bill

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 23, 2011 Physicians and politicians alike are constantly searching for ways to lower sexually transmitted disease (STD) rates in their area.
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RAINN day 2011 aimed at reducing sexual attacks on college campuses

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 23, 2011 According to the website CrisisConnectionInc.org, a person is sexually assaulted every 45 minutes in the U.S. One in 15 victims will contract a sexually transmitted ...
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Compound in sharks may help fight STD

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 21, 2011 Researchers are constantly searching for more effective treatments for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and sometimes find them in unexpected places.
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STD worries rise on Mondays

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 21, 2011 Sexual health is something that should be on a person's mind regularly, but many people trying to avoid even thinking about the subject.
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Minnesota calls for more chlamydia screenings

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 19, 2011 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that chlamydia is the most commonly reported sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the country.
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Researchers discuss challenges associated with HIV prevention and treatment

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 19, 2011 Of the many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) that currently exist, HIV presents some of the most difficult challenges in terms of finding effective treatments.
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Doctor develops new protocol for sexual abuse victims

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 14, 2011 Many cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) occur due to people being in a sexually abusive relationship with their partner or from sexual assault.
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Researchers find that older women are not given enough education on STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 14, 2011 Anyone who is sexually active is at risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
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Call for change regarding blood donation rules

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 14, 2011 Contracting a sexually transmitted disease (STDs) is something that can happen to anyone, regardless of their sexual orientation.
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First FDA-approved organic herpes treatment now available

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 13, 2011 When a person develops a sexually transmitted disease (STD) there are usually a variety of medications on the market that can help control or cure ...
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Cutting STD funds leaves many New Yorkers untreated

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 13, 2011 Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are on the rise in New York City, with the rates at their highest for individuals between 15 and 30, according ...
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Research shows the brain is hardwired to conform to peer pressure

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 12, 2011 The number of teens who engage in dangerous sexual behavior is higher than any other age group.
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Women may get HPV protection from fewer than three doses of vaccine

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 12, 2011 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that the human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD).
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Doctor seeks to educate teens on sexual health matters

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 12, 2011 Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are particularly prevalent among young adults.
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Greater sexual education for teens needed in the spring months

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 08, 2011 A recent study has found that adolescents are more likely to conceive children in March than adults are.
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Alcohol may lead to sexual aggression

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 08, 2011 Recently, researchers have been finding an increasing amount of evidence that shows many women develop sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) from abusive partners who refuse to ...
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NYC cuts free STD testing

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 07, 2011 According to the health information website Avert.com, there are over 100,00 people living with HIV in New York City and over 80,000 people living with ...
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Talking about sexual health lowers the risk of STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 07, 2011 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that two groups who are particularly at risk of developing a sexually transmitted disease (STD) are people ...
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Abusive relationships can lead to STD infections

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 07, 2011 HIV infection can happen to anyone who does not practice safe sex, but some populations are particularly at risk.
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Internet sperm banks carry risk of distributing semen with STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 06, 2011 According to the California Cryo Bank, in order to become one of their sperm donors, a person has to go through a variety of tests ...
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Having fun shouldn't have to involve sexual risks

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 06, 2011 Sexual health is particularly important for college students, since the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that individuals between the ages of 15 and ...
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Children who go through puberty rapidly are at risk of STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 01, 2011 Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be potentially deadly if they go untreated.
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New testing strategy for HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 31, 2011 Researchers are constantly searching for more effective ways to detect HIV, in a effort to inform individuals of their status as quickly as possible.
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Rates of STDs among young adults on the rise

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 29, 2011 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there are 19 million new cases of people developing sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S. ...
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Chlamydia and other STD rates rising

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 29, 2011 According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, chlamydia is sexually transmitted disease that often does not have any visible symptoms.
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Physicians in some states offering antibiotics to at risk partners

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 24, 2011 The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has been searching for a way to keep the number of sexually transmitted infections down.
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Call for better sexual education

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 23, 2011 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, sexually active young adults are at a higher risk of developing an sexually transmitted disease (STD) ...
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New initiative to benefit HIV patients

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 23, 2011 There have been steps made recently to address a specific portion of the HIV-positive population, namely young men of color who have sex with men ...
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Numerous women refusing to be vaccinated for HPV

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 23, 2011 The human papillomavirus (HPV) has been characterized as a significantly dangerous sexually transmitted disease (STD), capable of doing serious damage to the female reproductive system.
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Texas governor publicly changes opinion on HPV vaccination for young women

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 15, 2011 Shortly after announcing plans to run for the U.S. presidency during the 2012 elections, Texas Governor Rick Perry publicly claimed he was wrong to mandate ...
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Philadelphia public health campaign distributes over one million free condoms

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 12, 2011 The Department of Public Health in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania recently announced a considerable development in one of its initiatives employed to combat sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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British Columbia launches e-mail service for informing partners of STD infection

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 09, 2011 The British Columbia Centre for Disease Control is taking an innovative approach in combating the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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The common presence of female reproductive tract infections

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 29, 2011 Women are often afflicted by reproductive tract infections (RTIs), ailments that occur in the upper or lower reproductive tract.
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New male contraceptives are being investigated

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 25, 2011 Birth control pills are the prophylactic of choice for many American women, but some say that the daily routine is difficult to keep up with.
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Talking to teens may help reduce their risk of contracting STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 20, 2011 Although some parents do not think that their teenage children engage in sexual behavior there may not be any way to ensure that this is ...
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Painful intercourse may be a sign of an STD

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 19, 2011 Some physicians say that a healthy sex life is key to overall well-being.
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Older generations may not be aware of their STD risk

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 18, 2011 Some people think that sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) only affect young people who are naive about safe sex practices.
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Researchers discover high rates of chlamydia and gonorrhea among arrestees

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 15, 2011 Behaviors that are known to increase individuals' risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) include engaging in unprotected sex with multiple partners and using intravenous ...
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Some California schools are revoking health class as a required course

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 11, 2011 Many health experts say that increasing education about the dangers of unprotected sex and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is one of the best methods of ...
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Educating homeless individuals may reduce prevalence of STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 08, 2011 Although many homeless men are aware of the risk of contacting sexually transmitted diseases, some do not thoroughly understand how they can protect themselves against ...
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Budget cuts mean no STD testing in NH city clinics

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 07, 2011 Many schools have cut funding for sexual education programs due to budget constraints, and now Manchester, New Hampshire residents will be unable to receive HIV ...
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Health experts discourage the use of two condoms at once

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 06, 2011 Many health experts promote the use of condoms to help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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Does a bad economy mean more STDs?

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 06, 2011 A recent article published by the Dayton Daily News reported that some health officials think the economic recession may be to blame for an increase ...
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The good and bad news about STDs in Virginia, Tennessee

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 04, 2011 In a recent article published by TriCities.com, a group of University of Virginia researchers discussed the prevalence of so-called lifestyle-related diseases, which include sexually transmitted ...
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STDs continue to be a health concern in one Wisconsin county

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 29, 2011 An annual report released by the La Crosee County Health Department in Wisconsin indicated that the growing prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases (STD) among area ...
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Bristol Palin's new memoir highlights dangers of unprotected sex

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 29, 2011 Since becoming pregnant during her teenage years, Bristol Palin has become an advocate for safe sex and abstinence.
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The drawbacks of online dating

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 29, 2011 As the use of social media continues to grow, many people have found that it is easier to meet single men and women through online ...
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Ohio parents urged to promote safe sex

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 28, 2011 Due to the growing number of Ohio teens who have been diagnosed with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) some parents and health experts have considered whether ...
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Expedited partner therapy is becoming a more widespread practice for reducing STD prevalence

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 27, 2011 Connecticut is the latest of 27 other states to legalize a medical practice called expedited partner therapy (EPT), which is used to reduce some of ...
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Health experts endorse IUDs as a healthy form of birth control

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 22, 2011 There has been much controversy in the medical field as to the safety of intrauterine devices (IUDs) used for birth control.
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Odds of unfaithfulness may vary based on personality, relationship characteristics

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 22, 2011 Some people who are in committed relationships never expect that their spouse or significant other will be unfaithful.
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Hamilton County STD rates exceed national averages

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 21, 2011 Health officials from Hamilton County, Ohio, have said that the area has experienced a "mini-epidemic" of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), according to a recent article ...
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Health experts target social media websites to increase STD awareness

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 20, 2011 Despite numerous medical advancements that have led to quick, convenient testing and several antibiotic cures, a high number of people are diagnosed with sexually transmitted ...
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Teens may seek sexual role models in parents, not peers

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 16, 2011 Some parents point fingers at the media or so-called irresponsible friends when their children are found to have engaged in risky sexual behavior.
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Researchers find disparities between rates of chlamydia and gonorrhea in straight and gay men

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 15, 2011 Homosexual men are often identified as one group that it at high risk for contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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New Illinois law mandates inclusion of contraceptives in sexual education programs

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 14, 2011 Due to budget cuts, many U.S. schools have removed sexual education from their district's curriculum.
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Gerontology expert warns that older people can contract STDs, too

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 14, 2011 Much of the news pertaining to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) involves young adults and even teens who engage in unprotected intercourse without knowing the health ...
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Tips on how to tell a partner you have an STD

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 13, 2011 Discussing sexual health with a new partner can be difficult at any stage of the relationship, especially if you have a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
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Los Angeles health experts show concern over county's STD program reorganization

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 13, 2011 Many U.S. counties that are under financial strain have reduced funding for sexually transmitted disease (STD) prevention programs in an attempt to balance their budgets.
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Are e-cards an effective way to slow the spread of STDs?

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 10, 2011 Many health experts believe that it is crucial for individuals to tell their past sexual partners if they have been diagnosed with a sexually transmitted ...
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Psychological factors may impact levels of sexual enjoyment

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 08, 2011 In order to help program developers create more effective prevention initiatives for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and pregnancy, researchers recently investigated how psychological factors can ...
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Researchers investigate whether consumers are interested in preventive HIV treatment

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 07, 2011 Recent research indicated that the antiretroviral drug Truvada reduces the risk of HIV infection by 44 percent when used as directed.
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Researchers investigate sexual communication in transgender population

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 06, 2011 Talking about sexual history and safe sex practices may be an awkward situation for anyone, but this may be especially true for individuals who are ...
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Unprotected sex may be more common in committed relationships than casual ones

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 02, 2011 Although some people refrain from engaging in intercourse with multiple partners because this has been associated with an increased risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases ...
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Website helps individuals share STD test results with sexual partners

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 26, 2011 A new, confidential online sharing site for sexually active individuals may help partners receive reliable information about their significant other's sexually transmitted disease (STD) status.
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Salina County health officials warn residents about increase in STD cases

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 25, 2011 Some people may not realize how common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are.
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Controversial song title prompts negative response from Alabama parents

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 23, 2011 A popular tradition among graduating students is to vote for their favorite songs, movies or books that were produced during the year of their graduation.
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Tips on sexual intercourse during pregnancy

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 22, 2011 Many couples debate whether or not it is safe to have sexual intercourse when a woman is pregnant.
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Adult film performers may set a good example for some safe sex practices

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 19, 2011 Although it may sound counterintuitive, some health experts believe that professionals in the adult film industry may be practicing safer sex than many sexually active ...
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Engaging in sexual intercourse later in life may coincide with safer sex practices

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 18, 2011 There has been much debate about whether sexual education programs that teach abstinence are more effective than prevention-based classes in reducing the number of teens ...
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Health experts discuss methods of deterring STD transmission

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 18, 2011 Since Hampton Roads, Virginia has some of the highest rates of chlamydia and gonorrhea in the country, experts from one of the state's health departments ...
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Bullied LGBT youth have higher risk of contracting STDs, study shows

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 17, 2011 Individuals who experience bullying in school based on their sexual identity may be more likely to contract a sexually transmitted disease (STD) or engage in ...
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'Millennial' generation faces unique hardships, health threats

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 16, 2011 According to a recent article published in the Huffington Post, teenagers and individuals currently in their 20s, also known as the Millennial generation, are sustaining ...
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Smartphone applications may help people manage their sex lives

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 12, 2011 Despite all the potential uses for smartphone applications, people may not guess that some of those designed for Android phones may help users manage their ...
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Health experts want boomer generation that they are not immune to STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 12, 2011 The baby boomer generation will turn 65 this year, but despite their senior status, these individuals may be just as likely to contract a sexually ...
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How high is high risk?

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 10, 2011 Many people know that teens who have difficult family lives or perform poorly in school have an elevated risk of experiencing a number of adverse ...
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Scientists working to develop new contraceptive to protect against STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 05, 2011 Australian researchers say that they hope to release a new gel-based contraceptive within the next year that protects against both unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted ...
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Georgia residents are urged to maintain awareness of STD risk

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 04, 2011 A recent article published in the Savannah Tribune indicates that although it has been 30 years since the first case of HIV was diagnosed in ...
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FDA prohibits companies from selling ineffective STD cures

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 04, 2011 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning to 11 companies that sell products labeled as cures for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), according ...
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STD rates in Alaska are of 'epidemic' proportions

Christopher Lynch, MD May. 03, 2011 A recent article published in the Seward Phoenix Log highlighted the above-average prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among Alaskan populations and indicated that increased ...
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Anti-HIV drugs may be multi-purpose

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 03, 2011 While drug-based HIV treatments have been known to be expensive, researchers believe that they may be able to treat a variety of serious diseases, which ...
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Partner choices may affect HIV risk among gay African-Americans

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 02, 2011 Although black homosexual males do not necessarily have more unprotected sex than Caucasian heterosexual men, differences in partner choices among these two groups may explain ...
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Researchers advocate for more STD testing in emergency care settings

Lisa Oldson, MD May. 02, 2011 Female teens who seek emergency medical treatment due to complaints of lower abdominal pain or urinary problems should be tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), ...
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San Francisco celebrates 100 years of treating STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 27, 2011 A recent article published in the San Francisco Chronicle acknowledged the 100-year anniversary of the date that the City Clinic began treating sexually transmitted diseases ...
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MTV and CDC join forces to dispel common STD myths

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 27, 2011 MTV and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently enlisted the help of several celebrities to help educate young viewers about sexually transmitted ...
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New hepatitis C drugs may be approved by the FDA despite potential side effects

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 26, 2011 Although studies have shown that adding boceprevir to standard hepatitis C drug regimens improves an individual's chances of recovery, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ...
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Connecticut DPH encourages residents to seek STD testing

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 26, 2011 Members of the Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) are encouraging sexually active state residents to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) at some ...
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Performance-enhancing drugs may compromise sexual health of older individuals

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 25, 2011 Some people believe that erectile dysfunction medications such as Viagra have significantly improved the sex lives of older Americans. However, a recent article published by ...
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Peoria County hosts community meetings on reproductive health

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 25, 2011 Members of the Department of Health in Peoria County, Illinois, along with local community leaders, recently held two meetings to address the growing number of ...
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New condoms may offer improved STD protection for men with erectile dysfunction

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 22, 2011 Men who struggle to maintain an erection during sex may have a greater risk of contracting or spreading sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) due to condom ...
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Glee actor says he avoided sex during his teen years due to fear of STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 21, 2011 Actor Matthew Morrison, who currently stars in the ABC television series Glee, recently told Female First magazine that he was scared of sex when he ...
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FDA approves new test that detects trichomonas vaginalis

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 21, 2011 Some scientists have hypothesized that trichomonas vaginalis is one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S. However, until recently, testing methods ...
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Oklahoma Department of Health encourages sex education to combat teen STD prevalence

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 20, 2011 Similar to nationwide statistics, adolescents account for nearly half of new sexually transmitted disease (STD) diagnoses in the state of Oklahoma, according to the Tulsa ...
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Teens who engage in risky behaviors may be less likely to use condoms

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 19, 2011 According to a recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, the average age at which individuals first engage in intercourse is ...
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Reports of chlamydia are up in Rock County, Wisconsin

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 18, 2011 Over the past year, reports of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Rock County, Wisconsin have increased 18 percent, and there has been a 32 percent ...
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New regulations would require minors to obtain parental consent before seeking STD care

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 18, 2011 Legislation that has been proposed by Republicans in Minnesota would require minors to obtain parental consent before they receive medical care for issues such as ...
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Retirement communities, performance-enhancing drugs contribute to STD rise among seniors

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 18, 2011 While national statistics have shown significant increases in the number of sexually transmitted diseases (STD) reported among older Americans, a recent article published by the ...
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Sacramento health officials show concern over STD prevalence

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 17, 2011 A recent article published by ABC News 10 highlighted the high rate of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among residents in Sacramento, California, which has become ...
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Juvenile offenders require new safe-sex interventions, researchers say

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 14, 2011 Research recently published in the Journal of Correctional Health Care indicates that juvenile offenders who return to their communities after being charged with drug-related crimes ...
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Study shows sexual education reduces some risky behaviors

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 13, 2011 Educational programs that teach young women how to protect themselves from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) may alter some trends in risky sexual behaviors, according to ...
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Condom expert reveals lesser-known facts about the contraceptives

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 12, 2011 Despite the widespread use of condoms as a form of contraception and sexually transmitted disease (STD) prevention, many individuals know little about the rubber or ...
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Condom manufacturer announces newly sized latex-free product

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 11, 2011 In order to increase the availability of contraceptives and sexually transmitted disease (STD) protection to individuals who suffer from latex allergies, LifeStyles condom brand recently ...
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Herpes may be associated with memory loss in old age

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 11, 2011 Individuals who suffer from herpes, particularly those whose infections are left untreated, may be more likely to experience cognitive decline as they age, according to ...
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Philadelphia launches unique initiatives to raise STD awareness

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 08, 2011 After a report from the Philadelphia Department of Health indicated that local teens account for the majority of the city's climbing sexually transmitted disease (STD) ...
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Minnesota STD rate hits a record high

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 07, 2011 Recent data from the Minnesota Department of Health shows that there were more reported cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) found among state residents during ...
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Experts provide advice for discussing STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 06, 2011 Addressing health conditions with a new sexual partner may be daunting to individuals who suffer from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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Health officials at University of Kentucky say STDs are on the rise

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 06, 2011 Health officials at the University of Kentucky Healthcare University recently told the Kentucky Kernel that new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) reported thus far ...
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Some reality stars must undergo STD screening

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 05, 2011 Love-seeking men and women who appear on ABC's reality show The Bachelorette are required to undergo screening for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), as well as ...
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Seniors receive guidance regarding their sexual health

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 04, 2011 Nationally renowned psychosexual therapist Ruth Westheimer recently addressed a group of senior citizens from the Boston assisted-living facility NewBridge on the Charles, according to an ...
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Clay County officials warn youths of STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Apr. 04, 2011 Health officials in Clay County, Florida, are urging parents and educators to highlight the negative effects of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in an attempt to ...
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Houston health organization will host female condom launch parties

Lisa Oldson, MD Apr. 01, 2011 The creators of the FC2 female condom have collaborated with health officials in Houston, Texas, to garner attention for their product and its ability to ...
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A student documentary highlights lack of sexual education

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 31, 2011 Students from a Boston District high school in Jamaica Plain recently filmed a documentary to emphasize the need for sexual education in schools, according to ...
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Michigan residents may be apprehensive about STD testing results

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 30, 2011 A health official impersonator recently stirred up concern among several Michigan residents when he informed them that they had tested positive for HIV or other ...
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The GAPA offers health advice regarding STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 30, 2011 Since April is also known as Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Awareness Month, members from the Georgia Association of Physician Assistants (GAPA) discussed the prevalence of ...
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A new STD Program detects numerous infections among teens

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 30, 2011 After receiving a grant to fund programs for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the Harrisburg School District in Pennsylvania began providing sex education and testing opportunities ...
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Website for STD education aims to increase awareness

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 30, 2011 The Colorado Department of Health recently launched a new website to provide students with information on sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) outside of the classroom, according ...
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Expert explains the basics of STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 28, 2011 Many misconceptions about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) may deter individuals who should be tested for the infections from seeking these services.
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More teens than older adults practice safe sex

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 25, 2011 Adults who are over the age of 40 are the least likely to use condoms during sex, according to a recent study published in the ...
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Researchers recommend one-on-one pediatrician visits for teens

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 24, 2011 In a recent article published in the journal Sexuality, Reproduction and Menopause, researchers theorize that young females who have access to confidential health care will ...
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ACOG revamps women's health recommendations

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 23, 2011 The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has updated its guidelines for annual ob-gyn checkups.
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Kids who receive sexual education abstain longer, study shows

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 23, 2011 Children who receive sexual education at school are more likely to wait until they are older to have sex and to use protection when they ...
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Reports of syphilis are on the rise in the Seattle area

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 21, 2011 Health officials in Seattle and nearby the King County have reported a significant hike in the area's number of syphilis cases, according to SeattlePI News.
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APHA calls for mandatory condom use among adult film actors

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 21, 2011 The American Public Health Association (APHA) is now one of many other health organizations that are recommending that mandatory condom regulations be enforced among actors ...
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New ads shed positive light on sexual health

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 18, 2011 New marketing strategies that are being employed by the Canadian company Hello Cool World are taking a different approach to promoting sexual health awareness, according ...
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Technology gurus receive safe-sex talk at SXSW festival

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 17, 2011 A recent article published by MSNBC refers to Texas' annual South by Southwest (SXSW) festival as "spring break for geeks," due to numerous reports of ...
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Researchers say one English king suffered from syphilis

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 16, 2011 Historical descriptions of King Henry VIII refer to his various health conditions and inability to reproduce with more than one of his wives.
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Abstinence-based sex-ed programs may lose federal funding

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 16, 2011 If approved, the reintroduced Repealing Ineffective and Incomplete Abstinence-Only Program Funding Act will defund sexual education programs that revolve around abstinence, as well as reallocate ...
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Certain media exposure may promote risky sexual behavior

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 15, 2011 Young adults who are exposed to other individuals participating in risky activities through media outlets such as television, music or video games may be more ...
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'Goddess' Bree Olson has filmed a safe-sex public service announcement

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 14, 2011 One of actor Charlie Sheen's proclaimed "goddesses" recently filmed a public service announcement encouraging the use of condoms to help prevent unwanted pregnancy and the ...
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Mississippi Human Rights Watch wants HIV policy changes

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 11, 2011 The Human Rights Watch (HRW) of Mississippi recently released a statement condemning the state's policy makers for what the group believes is an irresponsible use ...
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RI researchers investigate a new STD testing method

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 11, 2011 While gonorrhea and chlamydia are widespread sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), researchers from Rhode Island Hospital said they believe that if it were a reportable condition, ...
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Texas youth want instruction on contraceptive use

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 10, 2011 In the state of Texas, all public schools that provide sexual education to their students are required to base these programs around abstinence.
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Famous faces are printed on condom packaging

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 08, 2011 It may be a marketing ploy or a means of encouraging safe-sex practices, but many new condom wrappers are displaying images of popular celebrities, including ...
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Survey finds many teens are abstaining from intercourse, partaking in oral sex

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 04, 2011 A new report by the National Survey of Family Growth found that many teens are experimenting with oral sex before having intercourse.
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St. Louis will offer STD protection in Mardi Gras party favors

Christopher Lynch, MD Mar. 02, 2011 Mardi Gras festivities are often considered to be synonymous with high alcohol consumption and sexual activity between strangers, both of which cause concern about the ...
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Rising numbers of STD cases may be a positive sign

Lisa Oldson, MD Mar. 01, 2011 In 2010, many U.S. counties reported having more residents with new cases of chlamydia, the most common sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the nation. Some ...
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MTV's Skins episode sheds light on STDs among teens

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 28, 2011 When the new American adaptation of the television series Skins first aired on MTV, many advertisers removed their promotions from the time slot due to ...
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Online social networking may lead to risky sexual behavior among homeless youth

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 28, 2011 Homeless young people who use social networking sites are likely to participate in sexual behavior that may put them at risk of contracting sexually transmitted ...
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Longer contraceptive prescriptions may reduce unwanted pregnancies, abortions

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 25, 2011 Women who receive one-year prescriptions for their birth control pills are significantly less likely to experience unintended pregnancy or seek an abortion than those who ...
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How to talk about STDs with a sexual partner

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 24, 2011 Although the topic of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can be awkward to discuss with sexual partners, it is important to address this issue prior to ...
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Tansy plants may be used for herpes treatment

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 23, 2011 Tansy plants, which are found in parts of Europe and Asia, contain antiviral properties that may aid in the treatment of herpes, according to a ...
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Abuse victims are commonly compelled to have unprotected sex

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 22, 2011 Approximately 25 percent of callers who report that they are domestically abused also experience "reproductive coercion," according to a recent report from the National Domestic ...
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Several STD myths are popular among young adults

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 21, 2011 Many people, especially adolescents, may have heard false information about what sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are or how people can get them.
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Safe sex practices often overlooked in spring break plans

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 21, 2011 Some but not all college students inform their friends of whether or not they plan to engage in sexual activity during spring break, a new ...
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Lady Gaga joins the fight against HIV and AIDS

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 18, 2011 Singer and philanthropist Lady Gaga recently garnered publicity for her HIV/AIDS fundraising collaboration with Mac Cosmetics by appearing on Good Morning America (GMA) wearing a ...
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Teens are asking for more sex ed in schools

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 18, 2011 An increase in the transmission of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and unplanned pregnancies among Boston high school students has led them to demand more access ...
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Educator says many elderly Americans are 'sexually illiterate'

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 09, 2011 Though the idea of sexual education classes is often mentally associated with high school, a number of experts have reported an increased demand for frank ...
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Ottawa sees increase in STD cases, possibly due to more testing, expert says

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 08, 2011 In Ottawa, the city's rates of chlamydia and HIV are higher than in any other urban center in the province, according to the city's newspaper, ...
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Visual artist uses STD prevalence as motif

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 04, 2011 Daphne Hill's art collection is titled Venereal Narratives and Other Cautionary Tales, and the San Diego Entertainer Magazine reports that it is on display at ...
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Pregnancies, STDs soar in West Texas

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 03, 2011 The incidence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among students of Midland Independent School District has risen sharply in recent months, according to CBS 7 News. ...
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Interactive video teaches teens safe sex

Lisa Oldson, MD Feb. 02, 2011 An interactive DVD that presents teens with risky sexual situations and their potential outcomes may help reduce adolescent rates of pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases ...
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Study: Emergency birth control is associated with increase in STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Feb. 01, 2011 Economists at the University of Nottingham have linked free emergency birth control with an increase in the rate of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among teens.
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Experts: A good partner is an STD-tested partner

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 26, 2011 Sexual history aside, a partner who gets tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is far better than one who doesn't, experts have repeatedly declared.
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Study will examine connection between STDs and urinary tract infections in men

Christopher Lynch, MD Jan. 25, 2011 Indiana University researchers have received a federal grant to investigate the bacteria that cause urinary tract infections (UTIs) in men, as well as their impact ...
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Sexual health charity creates PSAs aimed at the middle-aged

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 19, 2011 While many ad campaigns about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) target the 16- to 24-year-old crowd, a new series of public service announcements (PSAs) in the ...
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Experts say mature Americans are still at risk for STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 18, 2011 The risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) during later life is still significant, as healthcare experts have said that older Americans are still sexually ...
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STDs can cause sores, sore feelings

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 18, 2011 Contracting a sexually transmitted disease (STD) often means suffering from more than chronic symptom flare-ups. Living with herpes, syphilis, chlamydia or another infection may mean ...
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Former Playboy bunny says Hugh Hefner never used condoms

Lisa Oldson, MD Jan. 04, 2011 Izabella St. James, a former Playboy model and ex-girlfriend of magazine founder Hugh Hefner, wrote in a memoir that Hefner never wore condoms during their ...
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Sexual counselors say many patients know little about STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 30, 2010 Nurses at a Planned Parenthood facility in Warrensburg, Missouri told DigitalBurg that few people who come to them for counseling know good safe sex practices.
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STDs are a psychological as well as sexual problem in teens, expert cautions

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 30, 2010 A pediatrician from Michigan State University, Kalamazoo recently told Internal Medicine News that he believes the rate of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among teens is ...
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STDs are psychological as well as sexual problem in teens, expert cautions

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 29, 2010 A pediatrician from Michigan State University, Kalamazoo recently told Internal Medicine News that he believes the rate of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among teens is ...
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STD risk does not decrease after menopause

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 16, 2010 The idea that post-menopausal women are less likely to contract sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is nothing more than a myth, according to EmpowHer, an online ...
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Health worker educates Asian-Americans on avoiding STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 09, 2010 Neighborhood health worker Wa Yang leads a workshop in St. Paul, Minnesota, designed to teach Asians and Pacific Islanders how to get tested for, and ...
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Donated blood is tested for STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 09, 2010 Campus Student Health Services took blood from 20 volunteers at Des Moines Area Community College and tested it for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the campus ...
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HIV-positive adult film star calls for mandatory condom use, testing services

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 08, 2010 A 24-year-old porn star who tested positive for HIV last month held a press conference Wednesday morning calling for mandatory condom use and testing for ...
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Circumcision may not reduce gay HIV risk, study finds

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 08, 2010 Research has found that among men who have sex with men, circumcision did not significantly lower the risk of contracting HIV.
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Scientists unveil new HIV blood screening system

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 07, 2010 Researchers in Germany have developed a new assay system, or detection method, for determining how well viral inhibitors work in HIV-positive blood.
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Study: Homeless youth spread STDs using social networks

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 07, 2010 Recent findings indicate that homeless teens and young adults in Los Angeles use social networks, often to a negative sexual-health effect.
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WikiLeaks founder charged with unprotected sex

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 06, 2010 Julian Assange, who has an Interpol notice out for his arrest, is charged not with rape but with failure to use a condom during sex, ...
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People with AIDS are living longer, dying of non-HIV-caused illnesses, research finds

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 03, 2010 A survey of ten years’ worth of medical records has found that, due to the increased efficacy of antiretroviral drugs, AIDS patients are living longer ...
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Reviewer praises book about cells used to create drug for herpes

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 03, 2010 NPR’s book critic Heller McAlpin recently had many good things to say about a new book that follows the life of one woman’s cancer cells, ...
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TSA pat-downs may come with a dose of syphilis or gonorrhea, experts say

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 03, 2010 After World News Daily revealed that Transportation Security Administration (TSA) agents do not necessarily change latex gloves between pat-downs, several physicians told the news source ...
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HIV tests hit all-time high in U.S.

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 02, 2010 The number of American adults who have ever been tested for HIV reached record numbers last year, the New York Times reports.
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County seat of Chicago ranked first nationally for gonorrhea

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 01, 2010 New federal data indicates that Cook County, where Chicago is located, reported more cases of gonorrhea in 2009 than any other U.S. county, according to ...
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HIV drug’s once-a-day use reportedly fails trials

Christopher Lynch, MD Dec. 01, 2010 The once-daily use of Isentress, an antiretroviral drug manufactured by Merck & Co., did not pass a Phase III trial, according to Reuters.
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Study: caring for parents with AIDS takes toll on children

Lisa Oldson, MD Dec. 01, 2010 Children who take care of parents with HIV or AIDS are at greater risk of developing mental disorders, according to recent research.
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World AIDS Days emphasizes importance of STD testing

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 30, 2010 As Wednesday is World AIDS Day, public health officials in northwest Michigan are urging the public to take advantage of free STD testing services, the ...
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STDs remain common among black Americans

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 30, 2010 Blacks continue to be an at-risk population for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S., the South Florida Times reports.
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Expert extols virtues of later-life condom use

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 30, 2010 In an interview conducted during the National Press Club's Book Fair and Authors' Night, psychologist Dorree Lynn warned SecondAct of the perils of unprotected sex ...
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Cervical cancer screening may affect chlamydia screening rate, survey finds

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 30, 2010 A study published in the journal Obstetrics & Gynecology has determined that the average rate of cervical cancer screening among U.S. women may affect that ...
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Why do AIDS patients lose almost all T cells? New study may have answer

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 30, 2010 Research published in the journal Cell may have finally determined why a type of immune cell is almost totally absent in the body when HIV ...
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Pope endorses condom use only to prevent HIV

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 29, 2010 In a book of interviews conducted with Pope Benedict XVI, the head of the Catholic Church approves the use of condoms during sex to prevent ...
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One in four Britons with HIV is unaware of having the disease, report says

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 29, 2010 According to the United Kingdom Health Protection Agency (HPA), 25 percent of HIV-positive adults do not know that they have been infected, BBC News reports.
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Alaska struggles with high rate of gonorrhea, report finds

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 29, 2010 Gonorrhea in Alaska rose 69 percent in 2009, putting the state at ninth place in the nation for the rate of transmission of the disease, ...
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Studies find HIV transmission through breast milk facilitated by vitamins

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 29, 2010 A diet supplemented by vitamin A and beta-carotene may promote the transmission of HIV from mother to child, two recent studies have found.
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Rochester area sees steady increase in HIV cases

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 24, 2010 The number of reported cases of HIV in Monroe County, the seat of Rochester, New York, has been increasing over the last four years, the ...
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San Francisco official combats rising STD rate

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 24, 2010 Susan Philips, director of the San Francisco Health Department’s Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) Prevention and Control Services, hopes to reverse the city’s rising rates of ...
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Gonorrhea rate drops in St. Louis after years in nation’s top five

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 24, 2010 St. Louis’ Department of Public Health has announced that the city no longer has one of the country’s highest rates of gonorrheal transmission, according to ...
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CDC report finds gonorrhea down, chlamydia steady

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 23, 2010 The national rates of some sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), like gonorrhea, have continued to drop, according to a 2009 report from the Centers for Disease ...
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Study finds putting off treatment costs HIV patients, taxpayers dearly

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 22, 2010 Nearly half of HIV patients are “late entrants” when it comes to getting treated for their sexually transmitted disease (STD), researchers report.
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State health department says STD rates on the rise

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 22, 2010 South Dakota may see record levels of chlamydia and gonorrhea cases by the end of this year, the state’s public broadcasting network reports.
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Study finds HIV’s structure tricks antibodies

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 19, 2010 The surface of the human immunodeficiency virus contains decoy molecules that temporarily fool human immune cells, X-ray crystallographers have discovered.
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Public health department initiates art contest to help fight STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 19, 2010 The Philadelphia Department of Public Health is holding a design contest for condoms to be distributed to battle the city’s sexual diseases, G Philly reports.
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CDC warns antibiotics for gonorrhea largely obsolete

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 19, 2010 Patients and clinicians must be aware of which antibiotics to use when treating gonorrhea and other communicable diseases, announced the Centers for Disease Control and ...
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Experts find kidney transplants may be feasible for the HIV-positive

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 18, 2010 Survival rates among HIV-positive organ recipients may be high enough to open the possibility of kidney transplants to those with the virus or AIDS, according ...
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Incidence of syphilis doubles in Maine, state CDC warns

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 18, 2010 The number of primary and secondary cases of syphilis recorded in Maine this year is twice the usual number, says the state’s Center for Disease ...
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Former surgeon general warns 200,000 with HIV remain undiagnosed

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 17, 2010 Lack of HIV awareness is an ongoing American problem, C. Everett Koop warned the 2010 National Summit on HIV Diagnosis, Prevention and Access to Care.
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Research ties depression to risk of HIV infection

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 17, 2010 Contracting HIV likely increases the risk of depression, and research has revealed that the reverse may also be true. According to a recent study, depression ...
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Human protein found to hinder HIV production

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 17, 2010 No cure for HIV currently exists. However, microbiologists at McGill University have found that a naturally occurring protein - bone marrow stromal cell antigen-2, or ...
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Survey finds older Americans often eschew condoms, STD tests

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 16, 2010 The results of a new survey by the Center for Sexual Health Promotion at Indiana University suggest that mature Americans under-utilize condoms and STD testing ...
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Baby boomers run sexual health risks, survey finds

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 16, 2010 According to a poll conducted by the Canadian Liver Foundation, 16 percent of baby boomers - those aged 46 to 64 - have unprotected sex.
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State data finds teen STD rate creeping up

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 16, 2010 The rate of sexually transmitted diseases among Madison county young adults has risen slightly, according to the Jackson Sun, a local news source in Tennessee.
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College health services educate students on avoiding STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 15, 2010 Approximately 25 percent of Americans will contract a sexually transmitted disease within their lifetimes, according to the Tennessee Tech University Health Services, which are currently ...
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Research deconstructs infection-worsening immune response to HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 15, 2010 A pair of studies published in the journal Blood have determined a potential cause of immune reconstitution inflammatory syndrome, or IRIS, a side effect of ...
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Study explains HIV’s ability to beat immune system

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 15, 2010 New research finds that a particular protein on the surface of the human immunodeficiency virus allows it to enter human cells before they can form ...
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Education program helps people cope with HIV/AIDS

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 12, 2010 For more than two decades, an educational outreach program in Salt Lake City has been helping individuals live with HIV and AIDS, Q Salt Lake ...
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Study finds STD testing rates for HIV-positive men do not meet guidelines

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 12, 2010 Screening for gonorrhea and chlamydia among HIV-infected men has increased but still falls short of prescribed levels, according to a February study published in the ...
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Clinics educate mature women on importance of STD testing

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 11, 2010 Sexual health centers in Vancouver are making a concerted effort to educate women about STD testing, the Times Colonist reports.
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Adult film industry supports mandatory monthly STD testing

Lisa Oldson, MD Nov. 10, 2010 In the fourth in a series of public meetings in California, representatives of the adult film lobby have proposed that the porn industry continue its ...
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Research: girls more likely not to use protection during first sexual encounter

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 09, 2010 A study conducted by a researcher from Arizona State University has found that during first-time sex, adolescent girls engage in risky behavior more frequently than ...
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Gonorrhea becoming more antibiotic-resistant, experts warn

Christopher Lynch, MD Nov. 09, 2010 At an annual medical congress in Sweden, UK venereologist Catherine Ison warned that gonorrhea is becoming more antibiotic-resistant globally.
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World Health Organization changes HIV treatments for mothers, newborns

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 29, 2010 Articles recently featured in the New England Journal of Medicine and support from the National Institutes of Health contributed to updates of treatment protocols for ...
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JoAnne Keatley honored at HIV/AIDS Diversity Awards event

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 29, 2010 Kaiser Permanente, a nonprofit organization that provides healthcare, recently recognized JoAnne Keatley at the annual HIV/AIDS Diversity Awards ceremony. Keatley's involvement in Women Organized to ...
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Risky sexual behavior still a growing trend among gay men

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 29, 2010 Risky sexual behavior continues to be a major concern among certain parts of gay community, according to findings published in the journal BMC Infectious Diseases.
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Hepatitis B epidemic breaks out at North Carolina assisted living facility

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 29, 2010 North Carolina's Division of Public Health recently investigated a hepatitis B outbreak at an assisted living facility in which five patients tested positive for the ...
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Chlamydia epidemic spikes in Kansas, leads to increase in preventive efforts

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 28, 2010 Last year, an estimated 1 million people in the U.S. were diagnosed with chlamydia. Following the release of this data, Kansas health officials re-evaluated the ...
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Bill and Melinda Foundation awards grant to Washington professor for HIV study

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 28, 2010 The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation recently awarded a grant worth $1 million to Jerome from the University of Washington. The foundation gave the funding ...
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Survey finds large Australian population at risk of herpes

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 27, 2010 The Australian Herpes Management Forum (AHMF) recently published the results of a web-based survey, which evaluated an individual's risk of contracting herpes. Of the 2,400 ...
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Florida University receives grant for HIV research

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 27, 2010 The Margaret Q. Landenberger Research Foundation recently awarded a $240,000 grant to Susana T. Valente, an assistant professor of infectology at The Scripps Research Institute. ...
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Arkansas-based student organization hosts risky behavior awareness event

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 26, 2010 This October, VOX, a new student-run organization at Arkansas State University (ASU), will be taking a campus-based haunted house to a whole new level. The ...
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UConn announces dates for free HIV screenings

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 26, 2010 The University of Connecticut (UConn) has partnered with Planned Parenthood, a reproductive health organization, to offer free HIV screenings at the school's Health Education Office. ...
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FDA approves second part of hepatitis C treatment study

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 26, 2010 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Roche Molecular Diagnostics, a pharmaceutical and diagnostics company, to continue its research on treatments for hepatitis ...
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Homemade tattoos increase STD risk among middle school students

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 25, 2010 The growing popularity of tattoos in today's society has led to many adolescents having the needle-based artwork in the home.
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Pocketbook Monologues addresses HIV/AIDS among African-American women

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 25, 2010 Following a 2007 report on sexually transmitted diseases published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one woman decided it was time to ...
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UK football club, BClear sponsor free STD screenings

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 25, 2010 In an effort to educate students at Staffordshire University about their sexual health, the Sunday League football club will be sponsoring an upcoming screening event ...
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Columbia University bioengineer designs handheld STD diagnostic equipment

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 25, 2010 Samuel Sia, a bioengineer at Columbia University in New York, recently developed a new medical device that tests individuals for blood-borne infections, including sexually transmitted ...
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Federal grant helps fund HIV research at Illinois jail

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 25, 2010 The National Institutes of Health recently awarded the University of Illinois in Chicago a $7 million grant, which will be used towards researching methods of ...
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Teenage boy pushes back against fraudulent STD medication ad

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 25, 2010 A teenage boy from Wales has launched a internet-based initiative on Twitter to educate people about an alleged "miracle drug". Rhys Morgan, a 15-year-old who ...
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Herpes linked to inflammatory brain disease

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 22, 2010 People who test positive for herpes may be at an increased risk of suffering from encephalitis, according to a study published in The Lancet Infectious ...
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Hepatitis C treatment developers combine studies

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 22, 2010 Officials from Romark Laboratories, a biopharmaceutical company, and Intercell AG, a biotechnology corporation, recently announced that they will combine their current research to develop therapy ...
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Hepatitis B health experts finalize national pediatric patient treatment recommendations

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 21, 2010 In an effort to finalize a national hepatitis B treatment plan for pediatric patients, a panel of health experts has compiled a series of therapeutic ...
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The J-Spot: A Sex Educator Tells All show stops in Washington State

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 21, 2010 Jay Friedman recently brought his safe sex lecture to Washington State University (WSU) to encourage students to be responsible about their sexual health. The J-Spot: ...
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Missouri State University promotes STD urine tests

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 21, 2010 The Springfield-Greene County Health Department will now offer urine tests to screen patients for chlamydia and gonorrhea, two of the most common sexually transmitted diseases ...
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FDA approves new warning label for HIV medication

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 21, 2010 New safety information will now be featured on the label for Invirase, a medication developed to treat patients with HIV. The U.S. Food and Drug ...
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FDA approves hepatitis B treatment for patients with decompensated liver disease

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 20, 2010 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved Baraclude, a treatment that may prove beneficial for patients diagnosed with chronic hepatitis B (CHB). Developed ...
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West Virginia's Greek community participates in MTV safe sex campaign

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 20, 2010 The fraternities and sororities at West Virginia University (WVU) recently contributed to the school's student health center the involvement in the MTV-sponsored Wrap It Up ...
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AIDS awareness day promotes HIV prevention among Latino, Hispanic Americans

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 20, 2010 Latino and Hispanic Americans across the country recently joined efforts in recognizing National Latino AIDS Awareness Day. Established in 2003, the initiative has raised awareness ...
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Teens with a Purpose receives support from Virgina news anchors, Al Roker

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 20, 2010 Virginia-based Teens with a Purpose, and Al Roker, co-host of The Today Show and a board member of the sexual health campaign, will be getting ...
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Nonprofit organization launches HIV, hepatitis C health program for gay men

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 19, 2010 In an effort to improve healthcare opportunities for gay men who are infected with HIV and hepatitis C, the Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) has launched ...
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HIV spread continues, other STDs infections slow down in Australia

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 19, 2010 The number of Australians contracting HIV is the highest in the last 20 years, but health officials have found that the spread of other sexually ...
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Anti-hepatitis C medication may prevent further spreading of infection

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 18, 2010 Advancements in hepatitis C research may lead to a drug that can combat the virus, according to research conducted at Cardiff University in the UK. ...
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Edward Norton, Don Cheadle named goodwill ambassadors to help combat HIV/AIDS

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 18, 2010 Members of the United Nations General Assembly recently gathered at the New York-based headquarters to recognize several celebrities for raising awareness of many international concerns, ...
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Annual California event raises money for AIDS research

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 18, 2010 Despite the rainy weather and cloudy skies, approximately 30,000 people participated in the AIDS Walk Los Angeles. During the West Hollywood event, an estimated $2.9 ...
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Annual pediatrics AIDS event will take place in New York

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 18, 2010 The Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation will host its 17th annual Kids for Kids Family Carnival on November 6 at the Skylight Soho in New ...
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Third annual Sexploration takes place at Indiana University

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 14, 2010 Indiana University in Bloomington is hosting its third annual Sexploration, which is a week-long event that invites the student body to learn about their sexual ...
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New York City health department joins efforts to support HIV-positive African Americans

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 14, 2010 The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene recently partnered with the Choose To Stand Up campaign, which aims to eliminate the stereotypes ...
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Pornography companies closed following HIV scare

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 14, 2010 According to media reports, five California-based pornography companies have been shut down indefinitely after an actor allegedly tested positive for HIV. The test results were ...
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New York health officials update care guidelines for HIV-positive women

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 14, 2010 The New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute recently updated the guidelines for treating women with HIV and who have been diagnosed with menstrual ...
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Hepatitis C progression associated with fat enzymes found in liver cells

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 13, 2010 A newly discovered enzyme linked to fat storage in the liver may be needed for hepatitis C (HCV) to spread, according to findings published in ...
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Federal funding awarded to Massachusetts-based medical institutes involved in HIV research

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 12, 2010 U.S. Senator John Kerry and U.S. Representative Jim McGovern recently announced that approximately $1.2 million in federal funding was awarded to the Dana Farber Cancer ...
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Grey's Anatomy star hosts second annual hepatitis, liver cancer fundraiser

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 12, 2010 Sara Ramirez, an actress who portrays orthopedic surgeon Callie Torres on Grey's Anatomy, was among several stars who took to the stage in New York ...
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New York among six locations awarded funding for STD research

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 12, 2010 The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently announced that $6.2 million in funding will be awarded to six major health departments across the ...
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Princeton University lowers costs of campus-based STD testing

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 11, 2010 The Health Services Department at Princeton University has announced that beginning this November, the school will reduce the cost of screenings for chlamydia and gonorrhea. ...
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Loyola University cancels free HIV testing program

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 08, 2010 Recent budget cuts at Loyola University have led to the removal of free HIV testing at the school's Wellness Center. However, the university will continue ...
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Government agency joins sexual assault prevention initiative

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 08, 2010 The U.S. Department of State recently joined the efforts supported by Together for Girls, an international campaign that works toward protecting girls from sexual violence. ...
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Washington, DC-based DMV hosts free STD testing event

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 06, 2010 The next time Washington, DC residents go to the Penn Branch DMV to renew their license, they will see a new available service - free ...
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Study finds teenagers more apt to use condoms than older adults

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 05, 2010 Teenagers and young people are more likely to use condoms than older individuals, according to findings published in the Journal of Sexual Health.
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Drew University removes free condom services on campus

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 05, 2010 The health services department at Drew University will no longer provide free condoms to the students, following reports thatsome individuals were taking too many at ...
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Say Yes to the Test campaign launches STD screening advertisements

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 05, 2010 In an effort to slow the spread of chlamydia and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the NHS Western Cheshire has launched the Say Yes to ...
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HIV-fighting antibodies may better combat virus in infants

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 04, 2010 A new study may have advanced the preventative efforts to combat the transmission of HIV from mother to child, according to research published in the ...
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Pamela Anderson opts for vegan diet to combat hepatitis C symptoms

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 04, 2010 A People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) supporter and Baywatch blond bombshell, Pamela Anderson has launched an effort to raise awareness of the ...
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Female patients unaffected by potential genital herpes vaccination, study shows

Christopher Lynch, MD Oct. 01, 2010 The use of an experimental genital herpes treatment was found to be ineffective in women, according to research conducted by the National Institute of Allergy ...
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Condom Miranda takes the stage at University of Florida

Lisa Oldson, MD Oct. 01, 2010 Donned with a vibrant-colored dress, lei and a pocketful of condoms, Condom Miranda recently brought her outrageous, yet informative campaign to the University of Florida ...
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Protein coating found in semen may slow the spread of HIV

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 30, 2010 A non-stick coating that surrounds proteins found in semen may slow the transmission of HIV, according to a study published in the Journal of Biological ...
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Hepatitis B prevention campaign stops by Rutgers University

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 30, 2010 In an effort to support the B HERE campaign, several Asian-American musicians whose claim to fame started with a YouTube video, recently performed at Rutgers ...
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Gay, bisexual men at higher HIV risk in major U.S. cities

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 28, 2010 A recent study has found that 1 in 5 gay or bisexual men living in 21 major cities across the country have HIV, according to ...
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STD risk spikes among teens with mental health problems

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 28, 2010 Teenagers with certain mental health disorders may be more likely to have unprotected sex, according to findings published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical ...
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Survey: UK teens taking more sexual health risks

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 28, 2010 A new survey conducted by Superdrug, a high-street store, has found that 1 and 3 teenagers living in the UK have had at least three ...
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Report: More hepatitis B and C patients are unaware of their status

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 27, 2010 The Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases are renewing their efforts to stress the importance of ...
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Pending legislation may lead to better access to HIV screenings, treatments

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 27, 2010 Pennsylvania health officials have addressed state representatives to support the approval of new legislation, which would adjust the current HIV screening law.<br/><br/>If the bill is ...
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Promising AIDS drug may also prevent herpes

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 24, 2010 An AIDS-preventing medication may also help treat patients with herpes, according to findings published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academies of Sciences.<br/><br/>In 2007, ...
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Hepatitis C outbreak leads to growing concern in Minnesota

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 23, 2010 A total of 12 individuals residing in Hastings, Minnesota were recently connected to a hepatitis C outbreak, which may have been caused by the sharing ...
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Pennsylvania center receives grant to expand STD screenings

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 22, 2010 The spread of many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is rising nationwide. In fact, an estimated 19 million new STD infections are diagnosed in the U.S. ...
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Results remain the same among HIV-positive male, female patients

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 22, 2010 A recent study has found no gender differences among participants who used a potential HIV-fighting medication, according to findings published in the journal Annals of ...
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Pennsylvania center receives grant to expand STD screenings

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 22, 2010 The spread of many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is rising nationwide. In fact, an estimated 19 million new STD infections are diagnosed in the U.S. ...
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PatientFinder names cities with largest untreated HIV populations

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 21, 2010 Tacoma, Colorado Springs and Salt Lake City are the cities with the highest number of patients not receiving treatment for HIV, according to HealthLeader-InterStudy&#39;s PatientFinder. ...
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College of William and Mary announces availability of campus-based STD screenings

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 17, 2010 As a result of the growing number of college students with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), many campus organizations are raising awareness of the importance of ...
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Safe sex text messages may lead to better health among teens

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 16, 2010 In an effort to reach today's teenagers through a media outlet they use on a regular basis, the Baylor College of Medicine's teen health clinic ...
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National campaign supports hepatitis B prevention among Asian populations

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 15, 2010 A new health campaign has been launched nationwide to raise awareness of the high-risk of hepatitis B among people of Asian American or Pacific Islander ...
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Oral herpes prescriptions may reduce eye-related problems

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 14, 2010 The use of oral prescription medications to combat herpes may reduce the number of eye-related health complications, according to a study published in the journal ...
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Denver school launches safe sex initiative, distributes contraception

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 13, 2010 As the number of sexually active teenagers continues to rise, some schools are stressing the importance of practicing safe sex.
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Sexual health software linked to better health decisions

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 10, 2010 The use of computer-based safe sex initiatives may help slow the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), according to a study conducted at the the ...
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Report: Number of British STD cases spiked in 2009

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 10, 2010 The Health Protection Agency (HPA) in Great Britain has reported that in 2009, nearly 500,000 new sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) were diagnosed in the UK. ...
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Online sexual encounter listings linked to STD cases

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 09, 2010 Online dating has become one of the most common ways people are finding their &quot;ideal&quot; match in a partner. However, those who list advertisements or ...
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Texas church supports safe sex initiative

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 09, 2010 Abstaining from sex and remaining chaste until marriage is one of the strongest beliefs among several religions. However, as today's young generation is becoming increasingly ...
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Condom machines installed in San Francisco jail

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 09, 2010 As a result of the growing number of sexually transmitted disease (STD) cases in correctional facilities nationwide, some jail officials are implementing precautionary measures.
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Boise State announces free HIV screenings

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 08, 2010 The number of positive HIV cases is continuing rise, especially among high-risk populations like teens and young adults. In fact, in 2007, approximately 11,000 people ...
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Styx bass player Chuck Panozzo continues support for HIV fight

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 08, 2010 After spending the majority of his adult life on the road with his band Styx, Chuck Panozzo is using his rock n' roll celebrity status ...
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North Carolina high schools revamp sex education classes

Christopher Lynch, MD Sep. 07, 2010 Upon returning to school this fall, North Carolina high school students will receive their class schedules, just as they have every year. However, this time, ...
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Rap-It-Up tour stops in Nebraska, raises STD awareness

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 03, 2010 Music is one of the most popular artistic outlets influencing today's young, leading many teens to making lifestyle choices based on what's on their iPods ...
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Vitamin A, beta-carotene may increase mother-child HIV transmission

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 02, 2010 HIV-positive women who are breastfeeding are being advised to avoid supplements containing vitamin A and beta-carotene, according to trials conducted at the University of Michigan. ...
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Abbott Laboratories receives approval for new hepatitis B screening method

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 02, 2010 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of a new hepatitis B diagnostic test, which will be manufactured by Abbott Laboratories. ...
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Missouri government approves STD treatment option

Lisa Oldson, MD Sep. 01, 2010 In an effort to treat more individuals who have contracted sexual transmitted diseases (STDs) without having to increase health clinic hours, Missouri officials have passed ...
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Sexual health knowledge lacking among young women

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 13, 2010 Healthcare officials suggest more initiatives are needed to better educate young women about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). This recommendation comes after researchers from the University ...
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Frequent syphilis screenings may reduce spread among homosexuals

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 12, 2010 More testing of HIV-positive men who have sex with men (MSM) for syphilis could slow the spread of the sexually transmitted disease (STD), according to ...
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Safer syringes may reduce STD infection among healthcare personnel

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 12, 2010 A newly designed syringe may reduce the number of medical employees contracting blood-born diseases from accidental needlesticks. Healthcare officials report that approximately 1 million related ...
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Study: Hepatitis B linked to increased risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 11, 2010 New research has found that those infected with hepatitis B (HBV) are at a higher risk of being diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), according to ...
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Antiviral drug introduced in hepatitis C treatment may improve outcomes

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 10, 2010 Incorporating an antiviral medication into hepatitis C treatments may improve the cure rate in patients, according to a study published in The Lancet.
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Texas-based university receives grant for chlamydia research

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 10, 2010 In an effort to combat chlamydia, one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the U.S., the National Institutes of Health gave a ...
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John Kerry proposes new legislation to reduce mortality rate, spread of hepatitis C

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 09, 2010 In an effort to improve treatments and slow the spread of hepatitis C across the country, U.S. Senator John Kerry recently presented the Viral Hepatitis ...
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Medical advancement may lead to slowing the spread of herpes

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 05, 2010 In an effort to slow the spread of HIV in New York, Governor David Paterson has approved two bills that will improve the availability of ...
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Medical experts worry about scarcity of new STD research

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 04, 2010 As a result of previous advancements in prevention and treatment methods for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), healthcare officials have voiced their concern over the scarcity ...
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Medical advancement may lead to slowing the spread of herpes

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 04, 2010 Recent research has found that the use of a newly developed medication may be able to treat patients with herpes in earlier stages of the ...
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Chlamydia epidemic rises in Minnesota, North Dakota

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 03, 2010 Healthcare officials have found that the number of chlamydia cases reported in North Dakota and Minnesota has risen by approximately 82 percent since 1995, according ...
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Safe sex program may lead to fewer HIV cases among female sex workers

Christopher Lynch, MD Aug. 03, 2010 A new intervention program established along the U.S.-Mexico boarder is expected to result in fewer female sex workers contracting HIV, according to a report published ...
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Advocacy group criticizes hepatitis C screening suggestions

Lisa Oldson, MD Aug. 02, 2010 A recently published article by the New York Times has caused controversy among healthcare officials, and was criticized by the National Virus Hepatitis Roundtable (NVHR) ...
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Asian and Pacific Islander population at increased risk of hepatitis B

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 30, 2010 A number of recent hepatitis B studies has led health officials in Washington to encourage at-risk populations to get tested for the virus. The trials ...
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STD screening advancements may lead to earlier detection, faster results

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 30, 2010 New developments in testing for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) achieved by Abbott Diagnostics, a medical supplies company, were recently presented at this year's American Association ...
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Study: Supplement use improves survival rates in mice with herpes

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 29, 2010 Further advancements have been made in the development of a probiotic-based supplement, which would improve immune system and help and protect the body against some ...
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Syphilis cases spike among men residing in Utah communities

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 29, 2010 Health officials from the Salt Lake Valley Health Department are cautioning men who have sex with men about a growing outbreak of syphilis in several ...
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Hepatitis C patients more likely to develop diabetes

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 28, 2010 A new study has found that people with hepatitis C may be at a higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to findings published ...
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DC Doin' It! campaign promotes female condom use

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 28, 2010 In an effort to encourage residents of Washington, DC to practice safe sex, the DC Doin' It! campaign will release a series of bus advertisements, ...
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Community health organization announces free testing in Washington, DC

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 28, 2010 In an effort to slow the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), the National Association of Free Clinics (NAFC) has announced that on August 4, ...
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Fascination with vampire themes may lead to STD outbreak in teens

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 27, 2010 As a result of the popularity of the vampire-themed Twilight books and movies, some fans are taking their infatuation with this trend to an extreme ...
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More support needed to prevent spread of HIV from mother to child

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 27, 2010 Fewer children are contracting HIV from their mothers, but researchers are suggesting more work is needed in order to improve the prevention of this epidemic, ...
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Trial vaccines may cause HIV-related antibody development in participants

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 26, 2010 Participants of HIV vaccine studies may have developed virus-related antibodies linked to positive diagnoses, according to findings published in the Journal of the American Medical ...
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Protein targeting may lead to advancements in antiviral medications

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 26, 2010 A new method of targeting viruses, such as herpes, could lead to more effective treatments, according to a study published in Proceedings of the National ...
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Anesthesia contamination leads to hepatitis B and C outbreak

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 26, 2010 A new report has found that contamination of anesthesia equipment led to a recent outbreak of hepatitis B and C cases, according to findings published ...
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Circumcision found not affective in HIV prevention in gay men

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 23, 2010 Adult circumcision in gay men may only have a small effect on HIV prevention, according to a study conducted at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate ...
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Protein discovery may lead to herpes treatment advancements

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 22, 2010 A new study may help researchers better understand the herpes virus, which could lead to the development of new medications, according to findings published in ...
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Microbicide gel may offer protection against HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 20, 2010 New research has found that the use of a vaginal gel in two separate studies showed effectiveness of protecting against the spread of HIV.
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Improved availability of STD treatments linked to decrease in drug users with HIV

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 19, 2010 A form of therapy used to treat HIV patients may contribute to fewer people with injection drug history contracting the virus, according to a study ...
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Bill Gates speaks at international AIDS conference

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 19, 2010 The man behind Microsoft, Bill Gates, recently spoke at this year's International AIDS Conference to raise awareness of medical advancements towards helping those with HIV. ...
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Sex-ed taught on stage during New York-based theatrical performance

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 16, 2010 In an effort to remove the stigma associated with sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), New York performers have taken to the stage in Chlamydia dell&#146;Arte: A ...
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Nonprofit officials include HIV and hepatitis treatment in prevention initiative

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 15, 2010 As part of the recent plans implemented in Washington, DC to combat the spread of HIV/AIDS, representatives of the National Viral Hepatitis Roundtable (NVHR) have ...
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Scarlett Johannson raises awareness of growing HIV epidemic

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 15, 2010 One of Hollywood's top young actresses, Scarlett Johansson, has used her celebrity status to encourage young people to get tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs).
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Government healthcare agencies establish HIV/AIDS prevention plan

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 14, 2010 Federal healthcare officials have announced plans to launch an initiative in response to the growing population of Americans who are contracting HIV/AIDS.
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Healthcare officials, researchers continue to push for HIV clinic in Washington, DC

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 13, 2010 In order to increase efforts to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS in the nation's capital, a new study suggests that establishing a sexually transmitted disease ...
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Virus in bats may be linked to hepatitis C

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 13, 2010 Healthcare experts report that following the discovery of a microorganism in bats, researchers may be closer to understanding the origins of hepatitis C.
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Antibodies in HIV-positive blood may contribute to vaccine development

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 12, 2010 A recent discovery by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) researchers may lead to advancements in developing a vaccine to treat patients with the virus ...
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Too Fast for Love Tour encourages college students to get tested

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 12, 2010 The MTV-sponsored Too Fast for Love Tour included more than just good music and sold-out crowds. The music station launched the two-month tour in an ...
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California school, national association to combat STDs

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 09, 2010 Officials from the Forum for Collaborative HIV Research have announced a partnership with the University California Berkeley School of Public Health in order to slow ...
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Medication advancements stalled by mutating gonorrhea cells

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 09, 2010 Healthcare officials have reported that developing new medications to treat people with gonorrhea has become increasingly difficult. This is because the bacterium that causes the ...
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New knowledge of herpes virus may lead to treatment advancements

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 08, 2010 Researchers may have gained a better understanding of how the genital herpes virus attacks healthy cells, according to a study published in Nature Structural and ...
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Medical professionals stress importance of HIV testing in teenagers

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 07, 2010 Despite recommendations by public health organizations to begin testing teenagers for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) at age 13 years, experts have found that many physicians ...
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Report: Swingers at a higher risk of contracting STDs

Lisa Oldson, MD Jul. 06, 2010 New research has found that swingers, straight couples who engage in group sex or swap sexual partners, have a higher odds of contracting sexually transmitted ...
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Healthcare professionals continue to encourage prompt HIV treatment

Christopher Lynch, MD Jul. 01, 2010 Following this year's National HIV Testing Day that was held on June 27, healthcare professionals have continued to promote their message of the importance of ...
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Ozzy Osbourne promotes regular STD screenings

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 30, 2010 Ozzy Osbourne, the self-proclaimed king of darkness, has put his years of rock 'n' roll experience into a health column, which is featured in Britain's ...
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Missouri-based hospital reportedly exposes more than 1,800 patients to HIV, hepatitis

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 30, 2010 A total of 1,812 patients may be at risk of developing hepatitis or AIDS after receiving dental treatments at the John Cochran Veterans Administration Medical ...
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More people contracting HIV may live in Southern states

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 29, 2010 The spreading of sexually transmitted diseases has been a growing epidemic in the U.S. for decades, and recently Southern states have been singled out by ...
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Producers recognize increased STD risks in reality TV

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 28, 2010 Watching reality shows has become one of America's favorite pastimes, but these series may be sending wrong messages to their audiences. Many of these TV ...
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Rapid results test for hepatitis C receives FDA approval

Lisa Oldson, MD Jun. 28, 2010 A new blood test has been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to detect hepatitis C virus (HCV) in individuals aged 15 ...
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Federal investigation probes adult film industry STD reports

Christopher Lynch, MD Jun. 25, 2010 Representatives from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have begun a federal investigation of the Adult Industry Medical (AIM) Healthcare Foundation, an STD ...
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