And it’s not only HIV -- certainly any of the other sexually transmitted diseases can be passed through oral-genital contact.
Anal sex is one of the most effective ways to transmit an STD. The receptive partner has the highest risk of contracting the disease. HIV, Hepatitis C and all other STDs can also be transmitted this way. And don’t forget the wart virus. Most people aren’t aware that...
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It's that time of year again. Maybe you get a nice break from work or school. There are holiday parties to look forward to and the... Read more »
I am not sure how many people know that April is STD awareness month. Sexually Transmitted Diseases used to be called Venereal Disease... Read more »
Today, we have a better understanding of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs). There is a... Read more »
Did you know that April is National STD Awareness Month? That’s right, this is the time to discuss and develop healthy sexual habits... Read more »
Here are some terms you may hear when people talk about oral sex: Fellatio -- This is when a guy's penis is taken into a partner's mouth and licked... Read more »
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STD Questions to ask Your Doctor What tests are needed to determine if there is an STD? Does each condition have its own test, or is there one test... Read more »
What is the Definition of Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)? Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are transmitted sexually by someone who is... Read more »
When it comes to STD tests, a lot of teens want them all. “Test me for everything,” they say -- but that’s not really practical. The reason is... Read more »