Unprotected Sex: How soon can I test for STI’s?
How long after contracting a sexually transmitted infection is it detectable? This is a complex question, and the answer can often be ambiguous. STIs have unique incubation periods and can differ from person to person. Because we can never be sure, this post aims to inform you of the standard incubation periods for the most common STIs.
Folliculitis or Herpes?
Waking up to a cluster of abnormal growths on the skin, such as blisters, warts, and lesions don’t set the day well, not for anyone. If found around genitalia or the oral cavity, this usually triggers paranoia, and the first thing that comes to mind is HERPES. However, it could be folliculitis. Herpes and Folliculitis are commonly interchangeable, and one can easily be mistaken for the other.
The fight against HIV: PrEP
HIV is probably one of the scariest sexually transmitted infections (STI). We've seen a 100% growth in the number of people being diagnosed with HIV in New Zealand. What can individuals at risk of HIV do to prevent contraction? Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an HIV prevention strategy where HIV-negative individuals can take anti-HIV medication. By taking these drugs, individuals who engage in high-risk activities can reduce their annual risk of infection to 0.04 percent. That’s a 4-in-10,000 odds.
HIV - The Dallas Buyers Club
Although times have changed, the HIV pandemic still rages. For those of you who are seeking to understand HIV better, this blog aims to educate you on the origin of the disease, the development of treatment and the mode of transmission.
Herpes at first sight
There's an idea that people associate genital herpes with oozing blisters and sores. But that’s not always the case. Did you know that around 80% of people infected with genital herpes are unaware of it because they have mild or no symptoms at all? Did you know that over 50% of people with genital herpes get it from the 80% of people that are entirely unaware?
STI or the Flu?
The issue with sexually transmitted infections (STI’s) is the symptoms are easily mistaken for common ailments. Don’t mistake an STD for the flu. We want to educate you on the types of STI’s that are commonly passed off as the flu. Remain in control of your sexual health! Get tested on the regular, don’t leave it up to chance. Let’s be safe rather than sorry!
Sex trend or sex crime? Stealthing
Stealthing is the act of non-consensually removing a condom during sex. Essentially, it’s an act of rape and abuse. Many STIs do not have symptoms, so frequent testing, early detection and treatment are vital if you want to avoid long-term health problems. We understand the hassle of testing at clinics, so we bring the testing to you with private, safe and affordable STI tests at home without the hassle of appointments and waiting rooms.
The One Night Stand
If sex and alcohol have coexisted for hundreds of years why does the combination of the two still pose such a big risk these days? Sexually transmitted infections. It’s as simple as that.
Meeting a new partner
Meeting a new partner, whether it’s for life or a fleeting moment, is exciting but also full of potential complications.
Attack on Fertility: Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) and the asymptomatic invisibility cloak
INFERTILITY. The inability to reproduce by natural means. This very word for many shatters dreams. It threatens one’s sense of self, one’s relationship with others, and one’s ability to choose.
Syphilis outbreak!
Syphilis is one of those old school sexually transmitted diseases you read about in dusty books about lusty sailors. People are having unprotected sex and they are passing around the syphilis bacteria like memes about grumpy cat.
Chlamydia & Tinder: a bromance of epic proportions
Chlamydia affects around 10% of people from 18-35 years old. So, pretty much every 10th swipe on Tinder has it. Yummy! Read on...
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