#Preventing STIs

[evanbassmensclinic]

Evan Bass Men's Clinic Explains the Role of Vaccinations in Preventing STIs

Evan Bass Men's Clinic: The Crucial Role of Vaccinations in Preventing STIs

In recent years, public health initiatives have increasingly emphasized the importance of vaccinations in preventing a wide range of diseases, including sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Evan Bass Men's Clinic says that vaccinations are a powerful tool in maintaining sexual health and reducing the risk of STIs, providing a proactive approach to health care that can have long-lasting benefits for individuals and communities alike.

Understanding the Role of Vaccinations in STI Prevention

Sexually transmitted infections pose significant health risks, including chronic pain, infertility, and an increased likelihood of contracting other infections. Vaccines are one of the most effective ways to prevent certain STIs, reducing the incidence and severity of these infections.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine

One of the most notable vaccines in the realm of sexual health is the HPV vaccine. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection globally, with certain strains linked to cervical, anal, and oropharyngeal cancers, as well as genital warts. The HPV vaccine, which protects against the most dangerous strains of the virus, is typically administered in adolescence before individuals become sexually active, ensuring maximum effectiveness. By preventing HPV infection, the vaccine significantly reduces the risk of developing HPV-related cancers later in life.

Hepatitis B Vaccine

Hepatitis B is another STI that can lead to severe liver disease, including cirrhosis and liver cancer. The hepatitis B vaccine is highly effective and has been part of routine immunization schedules for infants, children, and adults in many countries. By providing immunity against the hepatitis B virus, this vaccine plays a crucial role in reducing the transmission of the infection and its associated complications.

The Importance of Vaccination Programs

Vaccination programs targeting STIs are essential for several reasons. First, they offer a preventive measure that is more cost-effective than treating infections and their complications. Prevention through vaccination can lead to significant healthcare savings by reducing the need for medical treatments, hospitalizations, and long-term care for chronic conditions caused by STIs.

Second, widespread vaccination can contribute to herd immunity, where a large portion of the population becomes immune to an infection, thereby reducing its spread. Herd immunity is particularly important for those who cannot receive vaccines due to medical conditions, as it provides them with indirect protection.

Addressing Misconceptions and Increasing Vaccine Uptake

Despite the proven benefits of STI vaccines, misconceptions and barriers still hinder their widespread adoption. Some individuals may have concerns about the safety and efficacy of vaccines fueled by misinformation. Public health campaigns must address these concerns by providing accurate information and emphasizing the extensive research and testing that vaccines undergo before approval.

Healthcare providers play a crucial role in increasing vaccine uptake by recommending vaccinations during routine check-ups and educating patients about their benefits. Schools and community organizations can also contribute by promoting vaccination programs and ensuring easy access to vaccines.

The Future of STI Vaccinations

Research continues to advance in the field of STI vaccinations, with the potential for new vaccines to emerge in the coming years. For example, efforts are underway to develop vaccines for herpes simplex virus (HSV) and HIV, which could revolutionize the prevention of these infections. Continued investment in vaccine research and development is essential to expand the arsenal of tools available for combating STIs.

Vaccinations are vital components of sexual health, offering a proactive and effective means of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Evan Bass Men's Clinic points out that by reducing the incidence and severity of infections like HPV and hepatitis B, vaccines protect individuals and communities from the significant health risks associated with STIs. Public health efforts must continue to focus on promoting vaccine awareness, addressing misconceptions, and ensuring access to vaccinations for all. As research progresses, the potential for new STI vaccines offers hope for even greater advancements in maintaining sexual health and preventing infections in the future.

[confusedhostage]

chat was interesting and got me thinking about school and how odd the teachings were… sex Ed was so vague when it should have been blunt and explicit - like they’d say nothing actually helpful - at most they said you can get STI but no talk about protection or like treatment… also some teachers would say nothing and others would genuinely be gross or misinformed… also that one assembly where they showed that photo of real CSA to us when we were 12 trying to explain how to be safe or something yet it just freaked us all out… even years on I haven’t forgotten that photo and that poor kids face idk why our teachers even showed that… that poor girl

[overly-hubristic-mad-scientist]

I just learned the prEP is something you take to AVOID HIV and not something you take after the fact to treat it

[atthebell]

not this textbook from TWO THOUSAND SEVENTEEN arguing that abstinence is an important method to prevent stis like dude teach the youth about contraceptives teenagers are going to have sex do you want them to get chlamydia or not

[answersfromzestual]

I posted my STI post without images...

It's just one of those days...

I'll add images to it in a bit. I edited it all in one session and it was a LOT lol

I hope you enjoy it!

I even learned some things!

[manispecialtycenter]

In the pursuit of healthy and responsible intimate relationships, prioritizing protection is crucial. One effective and widely available method of preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancies is the use of condoms. However, not everyone has easy access to these essential protective barriers. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of using condoms and provide a comprehensive guide on how to access free condoms for safer intimacy.

[mdlinehealth]

COMMON SYMPTOMS OF CHLAMYDIA INFECTION IN MEN?

Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) worldwide, affecting both men and women. It is caused by a microbe named Chlamydia trachomatis, a gram negative obligate intracellular bacterium. While it often goes unnoticed due to its asymptomatic nature, understanding the signs and symptoms of chlamydia infection in men is crucial for early detection and treatment.…

[derinthescarletpescatarian]

"Derin why don't you ever write NSFW stuff" I literally would not know how. If I wanted to write porn I'd be like "the story is Sex Cruise, where people go on a cruise ship that's sexy and the goal is to have lots of sex. These two characters are gonna kiss lots and then get naked and maybe at least one of them has a penis that'll go in the other I dunno. Before we get to that here's a rundown of the health and safety measures taken by the Sex Cruise company and six thousand words of the passengers getting STI tests and signing liability waivers before the cruise can start. Also there's probably a high risk of sexual assault claims that the company doesn't want to risk so here's a rundown of the various safety features to prevent that, or at least ensure the company is fulfilling its legal duty of care. I wonder what the birth control policy is on Sex Cruise? Oh look those characters I mentioned are actually kissing and yeah I'm bored let's have a murder, this is a murder mystery at sea now. Yeeeah sexy. Sex Cruise."

[suchananewsblog]

Is Using Antibiotics Before STI Exposure Risky?

Is Using Antibiotics Before STI Exposure Risky?

Dec. 9, 2022 – The use of antibiotics to prevent – not just treat – sexually transmitted infections was a fringe idea just a decade ago. Now, it has the backing of several studies and a green light from a California public health department. Jeffrey Klausner, MD, an infectious disease doctor and professor of public health at the University of Southern California, published the first randomized,…

[hellyeahscarleteen]

How is HIV spread?

"HIV is spread through 6 body fluids: blood, vaginal fluids, semen, pre-cum, rectal fluids, and breastmilk. To get HIV from one of these fluids, there are 4 things that need to happen.

HIV has to be present in the fluid. You can only get HIV from someone who is infected with HIV.

HIV needs to be present in a large enough quantity to cause an infection. HIV dies outside of the human body, so things like old, dried blood don’t spread HIV. Likewise, if someone is on treatment for their HIV and the amount of virus in their body is very low, they are unlikely to give you HIV.

HIV needs to get into your body. This can happen if fluids from someone with HIV get into your blood – like through a needlestick, cut, or open sore – or if fluids come into contact with the inside of your rectum, urethra, or vagina. You cannot get HIV from touching things like blood or semen with unbroken skin.

You need to be susceptible to HIV infection. Some things, like taking PrEP to prevent HIV infection, make you less susceptible. Other things, like having an untreated STI, make you more susceptible."

(From Positively Informed: An HIV/AIDS Roundup)

[baravaggio]

think a lot of people online have not moved past parroting the high school sex-ed style of messaging they received about STI awareness, prevention, and treatment, and have not yet grasped that if they want to talk to adults about this stuff, adopting language and strategies designed to work on teenagers is not the move lol.

[actually-safer-to-kiss]

Kafkaesque

Summary: On the flight back home, Spencer and Reader exchange books to read, and Spencer is surprised by your selection.

Couple: Spencer Reid/Fem!Reader

Category: Funny, fluff-ish

Content warnings: Franz Kafka (i like him but whatever)

Word count: 1k

The team is on the jet heading back to Quantico after yet another successful case was solved. The tensions of a stressful arrest started to quell as only clusters of city light started to become their only view for the rest of the flight. Morgan has already passed out listening to music, taking up two seats for himself, while Hotch, Emily, Rossi, and J.J. stay occupied by playing poker. Their banter filled the cabin along with the sound of shuffling cards, and actual chips were exchanged instead of poker chips.

You and Spencer, on the other hand, decided this was the perfect time for reading. You had been discussing the idea of exchanging books to get each other’s opinion, since you two are the only consistent readers among your colleagues (and also because Spencer’s banned from playing poker for cheating (again)).

You only briefly got to start each other’s selection before landing, but now there was plenty of time to cross some of the short stories of Sherlock Holmes off your TBR. Considering you were reading in the same space, you expected this to be more of a challenge. Because Spencer is a fast reader. A notoriously fast reader. To the point where Hotch has prevented him from reading while questioning witnesses. The speed at which he combs through books knocks off their focus. You’ve seen it yourself, so much that it’s not as funny as it was when you started here.

Nevertheless, you explore the world of Sherlock Holmes. As you turned the pages, you marveled at the intricacies of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s storytelling. The deductive prowess of Holmes and the vivid depiction of Victorian London transport you to another time and place. Andrew Scott’s charismatic portrayal of Moriarty in the TV adaptation flickered through your mind, though you wisely kept that observation to yourself. Last time, Spencer gave a passionate lecture on the discrepancies between books and television adaptations, citing difference in attention spans, and you had no desire to open that can of worms again.

Amid the familiar hushed ambiance of the cabin, you felt a familiar sensation—the piercing gaze of someone fixated on you. It was a feeling you had grown accustomed to, whether it was the malevolent eyes of criminals from afar of the intense scrutiny across an interrogation table. You tore your attention away from the pages of your book to meet Spencer’s eyes. His expression was contemplative, yet he was less than a third through the book.

“Wanna trade already?” You asked, breaking the silence.

“No, no,” Spencer replied, his lips pursed as he continued to study you.

You raised a brow. “Any questions I could answer?”

“How did you come across him?” He held up your book, “The Complete Short Stories” by Franz Kafka.

“Oh,” you shrugged, “just those angsty high school years, you know?”

Spencer’s nose wrinkled at that. No, he, in fact, did not know what you meant. Because he wasn’t old enough to have angsty high school years. And if he did have any at all, they would have been during college—neither period of his life he cared to recall.

“You’ve seriously never picked up Franz Kafka?” You asked him. “You? Spencer Reid? The equivalent of a human encyclopedia?”

“Only some of his short stories were used for college lectures.”

“Okay.” You feigned a laugh. “So what’s the problem?”

“What was your childhood like, Y/N?”

Your face widened in shock before a sly smirk emerged. “Are you seriously profiling me because of my favorite author? That’s absurd!” The urge to playfully smack him surfaced, but the goodness of your heart made you resist (also because this isn’t your book you’re holding). “Kafka enthusiasts come in all forms, you know. Like everybody else.”

“He’s your favorite author?” Spencer chuckled, still very surprised.

You nodded. “And what about it?”

“You’re just so… happy all the time.”

You cocked your head to the side. A small laugh slipped out as you said, “Oh, I’m sorry, Dr. Reid. Should I have brought ‘The Adventures of Strawberry Shortcake’ to help maintain your image of me?”

“No! I mean…” Your shared laughter briefly interrupted his train of thought. “It’s just not what I expected from you.”

“Hm.” You settled back in your seat, opening the book to where your thumb rested between the pages. “Maybe you don’t know me as well as you think you do.” You’re ready to get back to reading, but you still look at Spencer.

His eyes sparkled, and the curiosity of something becoming more complex than intended makes his brain run for miles. “Perhaps I don’t.”

As the jet continued its steady course back to Quantico, you and Spencer settled into cozy companionship, growing more familiar with each trip. The ambiance remained peaceful, with the faint hum of the engines serving as soothing background noise for your literary exploration.

You find yourself engrossed in the world of Sherlock Holmes once more, relishing in the intricate puzzles and razor-sharp deductions. Andrew Scott continued to dance in your mind from time to time, a testament to the power of well-crafted adaptations (excluding season four. You never told Spencer there was a fourth season).

You were also increasingly aware of Spencer’s presence beside you. Instead of the prickling sensation of having eyes on you, his knee brushed lightly against yours, sending tingles through your body, along with zero doubt it was accidental, considering this guy hesitates to shake hands. He still took the time to look at you after some moments of reading, as if he were deducing what certain Kafka works in that book could mean to you exactly. He flipped through the pages—actually reading—like he would find the answers.

You heard him swallow. “So, uh, why is he a roach in this one?”

“Because that’s how he feels.” You knocked your knee against him this time. “Just keep reading, Spencer. We’ll discuss it after.”

You watched him bite his lips closed as he tried to suppress a smile.

[foldingfittedsheets]

wait what the fuck go back why are there lambskin condoms at all

Yeah so, back in the day people didn’t like getting pregnant. And they didn’t have access to latex for a long time. So lambskin condoms are some of the OG contraceptives, they were better than nothin. The first iterations were made from animal intestines, there’s some debate but that was sometime in the 16th century, though some think it was much earlier.

When latex condoms hit the market in the 1850’s it would have been the death knell for lambskin except! People with latex allergies still needed an option that didn’t make them drop into anaphylaxis. Also animal condoms were still cheaper until the 1920’s. Fun fact: my friend Charlie is allergic to latex but decided to just use latex condoms anyway and got stuck hiding in a closet when the girls parents came home and forgot he had a biohazard on his penis until he started having a seizure and remembered to remove it.

Anyway! The downsides of current lambskin are numerous. First off, it feels an awful lot like wax paper which seems quite unpleasant for both partners. Additionally, it still transmits STIs, because lambskin is just… skin, and is permeable to infectious disease.

Lastly why it’s bad: Modern condoms are checked for microtears and breakage by running a small electrical current through them. That’s how we know they’re safe to prevent all the stuff. But lambskin can’t be subjected to this test, so it can’t even say it’s guaranteed to prevent pregnancy, if there’s microtearing semen are gonna get through.

But noooow there’s a baller new material called polyisoprene that can be tested for breakage, doesn’t smell bad like latex, and is hypoallergenic. They’re basically the best condom in every way, and lambskin should now bow out and stop existing.

[mdlinehealth]

FIVE SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS THAT CAUSE GENITAL ULCERS

Understanding and addressing sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is of utmost importance when it comes to protecting our sexual health. In this comprehensive discussion, we will delve into the topic of STIs that can lead to genital ulcers. By exploring the symptoms, methods of transmission, and the criticality of early detection and treatment, we aim to emphasize the significance of knowledge…

[trash-and-trash-accessories]

I am not joking. When I was growing up, I thought that if I had sex I would get AIDS and die. Like, sex ed was bad and AIDS was ongoing. We didn't have the good meds yet when I was young. My mom was terrified of getting medical care because she was convinced the doctors would accidentally give us AIDS with an infected needle. It was actively killing the entire community everywhere when I was a kid. I didn't sleep with anyone who had a penis until I was like 19 because I was like, that's how you get it. I'm bisexual and afab, so this wasn't as dramatic as anything going on with gay men or straight women. I can't even imagine how bad it was for them.

And not only is AIDS still around, the government is constantly trying to dismantle protections against it. Needle exchanges prevented new infections astronomically. Cut them down to near-nothing in places they existed. And they are constantly trying to shut those down.

Planned Parenthood and free and affordable clinics cut down the spread a TON. Subsidized STI testing, free condoms everywhere, and comprehensive sex ed prevented thousands, maybe millions of deaths. And they're trying to get rid of those.

They're trying to bring it back. They're trying to make way for the next big STI pandemic. And they're making ground on this. They're winning some of these fights. And that's fucking terrifying.