Sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, have seen a resurgence in local media, particularly on social media platforms such as Facebook. Before the advent of social media, STDs were mainly talked about in sex education in schools, where teachers often scare students with grotesque images of genitals infected with STDs. Sex was discouraged during these sessions,
Read moreSexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are diseases that can be transmitted through sexual contact with an infected party. Anyone who has ever had sex could be infected with an STD, which is why it is extremely important to go for std testing in singapore. We’ve rounded up some of the interesting facts about STDs, which you
Read moreYou may suspect that you have a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Maybe one of your previous sexual partners told you that they have an STD, or you engaged in risky sexual behaviour. Or perhaps you just want to go for a routine check-up to ensure you’re in the pink of health. Whatever the reason, heading
Read moreIn Singapore, sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are often still surrounded in mystery. While the internet and other resources are available for anyone to learn about STDs, some Singaporeans are still ill-informed about STDs, especially since it is a topic that will definitely not appear in the dinner table conversation of a conservative Asian family. It
Read moreAn average Singaporean may not be fully aware of how to take care of their sexual health. Much like other aspects of their health, sexual health is something that requires looking after. In a sexual relationship, the onus is on all parties to ensure that they do keep their private parts hygienic and that there
Read moreSexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, can truly be a taboo topic in the Singapore society. Singaporeans find it hard to discuss sex in general. As a result, clear and transparent discussions about the pertinence of STDs exist much lesser in Singaporean households. But it is undoubtedly important for individuals to understand the dangers of STDs,
Read moreThe Human Immunodeficiency Virus, or HIV, is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that once caused an epidemic when it was first discovered – the virus can develop into AIDS, or Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome, which destroys the body’s immune system, causing death. Fortunately, advancements in medicine have helped healthcare practitioners understand the virus better, and new
Read moreThe Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that has infected over 35 million people all over the world. In later stages, the virus could evolve into the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome, or AIDS, in which a patient’s organs begin to fail as their immune system is greatly weakened. Because of the
Read moreThe Human Immunodeficiency Virus, or HIV, is considered one of the scariest sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in the world. This is because there is no cure for the virus, and it can develop into the Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), which is painful and life-threatening. While protecting ourselves against HIV is important, we should also better
Read moreDoctors are starting to be more concerned about sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs. As more and more young people engage in sexual activity, the risk of STDs spreading across the population increases. Singapore is no exception from this global phenomenon. As such, it is important to be better educated on STDs and frequently go for
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