An 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
Read moreSexuality education in secondary and tertiary institutions often touch briefly on the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases or STDs. Often, this is done curtly, with little to no explanation on how STDs work and transmit. A secondary school sex education class in the older generation could include grotesque images of genitalia with warts or herpes
Read moreThe Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD), which can infect any human being on the planet. HIV is typically transmitted when blood or sexual fluids such as seminal, vaginal and anal fluids enter the bloodstream. The virus is incurable, and, in the later stages, will develop into Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome
Read moreThe Human Immunodeficiency Virus, or HIV, is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). HIV is incurable and, in the later stages, will wear down the immune system to a point where the body can no longer combat infections, causing death. This later stage is called Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). For those who suspect that they
Read moreSexually transmitted diseases, or STDs, are diseases that can be transmitted through sexual contact with another individual. It is similar to how the common cold can be transmitted through air particles – which is why you should always cover your mouth when you sneeze. However, with STDs, preventing transmission isn’t as easy, and may require
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