Soon a morning after pill against sexually transmitted infections?
After unprotected sex, it may soon be possible to take a morning-after pill against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). THE ESSENTIAL ...
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Lymphogranulomatosis venereal disease on the rise: what are the symptoms of this STI?
In the European Union, cases of sexually transmitted infections have been increasing in recent years. Lymphogranulomatosis venereum (LGV) is one ...
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Chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhea… STI cases have increased “worrisomely” in Europe
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are experiencing a sharp increase in Europe, which highlights the need to strengthen prevention, access to ...
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Syphilis, chlamydia: doxycycline would reduce cases of contamination
The prevention campaign based on doxy-PEP, a dose of the antibiotic doxycycline to be taken after unprotected sexual intercourse, implemented ...
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Bacterial STIs: the number of contaminations continues to increase in France
In France, the number of screenings for three bacterial STIs continues to increase. THE ESSENTIAL The number of screenings for ...
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STIs: a pill to fight them in 2024?
A new treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), a pill to take after sexual intercourse, should be prescribed next year ...
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STI: one in three men are carriers of the papillomavirus
© Shutterstock / Tatiana ShepelevaHuman papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a fairly common sexually transmitted infection. But if HPV in women ...
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Donovanose: what is this “flesh-eating” STI?
© Shutterstock / fizkesDonovanosis: what is this disease?Donovanosis or granuloma inguinale, is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a bacterium ...
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STI: how to (better) interrupt the chain of transmission?
© ShutterstockIn front of the resurgence of sexually transmitted infections among young people in France, getting tested regularly is essential ...
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Can you catch an STI from the toilet bowl?
© ShutterstockSome urban legends die hard. So much so that part of the population ends up believing them to be ...
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Male masturbation: benefits on reproduction and against STIs
Male masturbation isn't just common among primates, including humans. It could also have benefits for reproduction and the prevention of ...
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Trichomoniasis: New test can diagnose this common STI in less than 5 minutes
Developed by American researchers, a new test would detect trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted infection (STI), more quickly than current screening ...
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STI: HAS would like to facilitate information to sexual partners
To improve screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the Haute Autorité de Santé has unveiled recommendations aimed at changing the ...
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Syphilis: what are the symptoms of this sexually transmitted infection (STI)?
© ShutterstockContrary to what one might think, syphilis has not disappeared: in France, 2,500 cases were diagnosed in 2020. ...
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Pharmacy: free condoms for those under 26 from January 1
From 2023, pharmacies will provide free condoms to French people under the age of 26. This measure announced by Emmanuel ...
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HIV, herpes: a lubricant made from cow mucus could protect against these STIs
An experiment on human cells shows that cow mucus can reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infection by 70-80%. THE ...
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Sexually transmitted infections: where are we in France?
The Minister of Health has just announced free screenings to fight against the resurgence of sexually transmitted infections in France, ...
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STI: why does shigellosis worry the health authorities?
Cases of shigellosis, a sexually transmitted infection of the gut, are said to be rising in the UK. But, for ...
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STI, abortion, endometriosis: nearly one in two women finds it difficult to confide
Nearly one in two women finds it difficult to confide in their intimate health (STI, abortion or endometriosis, etc.). THE ...
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Trichomonas vaginalis: what is this “unknown” STI that increases the risk of HIV?
© ShutterstockDo you know the trichomoniasis, this sexually transmitted infection caused by the parasite trichomonas vaginalis? More common than chlamydia ...
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Why do we have to have dinner at 7:13 p.m. precisely?
Diet has a significant impact on health. But the timing of meal intake would be particularly important for longevity. THE ...
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The vaccine against meningitis B would be effective against gonorrhea
Australian scientists have revealed that the meningitis B vaccine may improve protection against gonorrhea, a sexually transmitted disease that can ...
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Taboo: 24% of women dare not talk about sexually transmitted diseases
One in two French people finds it difficult to open up about their intimate life, especially with those around them. ...
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When a condom rhymes with pleasure!
A new condom has been developed: beyond offering protection against sexually transmitted diseases and infections, it would increase sexual pleasure. ...
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STIs increase the risk of premature births
Hypertension, diabetes, retroplacental hematoma… There are many causes of premature delivery. According to a recent study, sexually transmitted infections are ...
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Contraception: the first unisex condom soon to be marketed?
Invented by a Malaysian doctor, this new method of contraception is suitable for penises and vaginas. THE ESSENTIAL Today, there ...
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Genital necrosis: the sexually transmitted bacteria that worries
Since the end of confinement, English doctors have been concerned about a resurgence of a bacterial disease called donavosis, responsible ...
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Chemsex: an epidemic close to that of AIDS according to the New York Times
This practice of taking synthetic drugs in a sexual context is wreaking havoc among the gay community. So much so ...
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STI: gonorrhea is increasingly resistant to antibiotics
More and more cases of antibiotic resistant gonorrhea are being reported in the West. According to experts from the World ...
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HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia… STI screening continues to increase in France
The increase in screening activity for HIV and bacterial STIs, observed for several years in France, continued in 2019. Public ...
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