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qnewsau · 1 month ago

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MPOX: A couple of shots can keep away the spots

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MPOX: A couple of shots can keep away the spots

Since the late 1960s, the LGBTQ+ community has had a fraught yet ultimately rewarding relationship when it comes to sex and sexual health.

From sexual liberation movements to navigating the HIV epidemic, we have evolved to own the power of (safer) sex. Through education, empowerment and access to safe and non-judgement medical care, we have made tremendous strides for our health and wellbeing.

Then comes MPOX (the virus previously known as Monkeypox) recently resurging in Australia after first arriving here in 2022.

“MPOX has made a big comeback in 2024.” Dr Robert Harris, a S100 accredited GP from Paddington Doctors explains.

“NSW has had over 440 new cases [now more than 550] since June, and most of those are in Sydney.”

MPOX: Need to know

For those unfamiliar with MPOX, it’s an infectious disease that was first found in humans in 1970. The most common symptoms are pimple-like lesions or sores in a rash on the genitals, face or body. Rectal pain and bleeding or a sore throat may occur without a rash, and some people may experience flu-like symptoms such as fever and body aches.

Highly contagious and spread through physical contact, primarily through sex and sexual contact, MPOX has quickly become a focus for sexual health professionals. Many of the people who test positive for MPOX see doctors thinking they have another condition, highlighting the need for better symptom awareness.

“Vaccination rates amongst those most at risk are too low” Dr Harris says.

These high risk groups include cis and trans MSM (men who have sex with men), sex workers and their sexual partners.

All are eligible for free MPOX vaccinations provided by NSW Health, yet a University of NSW survey of gay and bisexual men in NSW, Victoria and the ACT, showed that only 42% were fully vaccinated. This means 2 doses, 28 days apart.

Treatment and Prevention

“Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself” Dr Harris confirms.

“If you have not previously had 2 doses of the vaccine and come into contact with MPOX, getting vaccinated as soon as possible after exposure can reduce the risk of having a severe illness.”

Whilst fully vaccinated people can still catch MPOX, the symptoms are usually shorter in duration and much less severe.

Although antivirals do exist to help treat MPOX, these are not widely available in Australia and are reserved for immunocompromised patients and those hospitalised with severe symptoms. For most, the treatment will be good old bed rest, hydration, over-the-counter pain relief and non-steroid creams, such as zinc oxide. Symptoms last from 2-4 weeks and being aware of them can lead to a prompt diagnosis and help protect the community.

According to the International AIDS Society, Inner Sydney has reduced new HIV acquisitions by 88%, making it the first locality in the world likely to reach the UN target to end HIV as a public health threat. Examples like this not only should fill our lil’ rainbow hearts with pride, but remind us that what we do to keep our communities safe and sexy, works!

To help keep yourself and our community safe, become familiar with the MPOX symptoms and find your nearest nonjudgmental clinic that stocks MPOX vaccines and consider making an appointment. Paddington Doctors in Sydney’s Inner-East stock vaccines for MPOX, and appointments can be made online or by phone.

-Dr Robert Harris is a GP at Paddington Doctors, 266 Oxford Street, Paddington NSW. He is available Tuesday to Saturday. For information and appointments visit drrobertharris.com.au

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zoharawellness · 2 months ago

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Introducing Zohara Wellness: A New Era of Skincare with MEGA PATCH

A New Era of Skincare with MEGA PATCH

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cryptidsurveys · 5 months ago

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Sunday, July 14th, 2024.

Have you ever left your front door unlocked all night? It's probably happened at some point.

Do you prefer cold or warm weather? Pleasantly warm weather is fine, but I do tend to prefer the cold.

The last advertisement you saw: What was it advertising? I think it was for car insurance or something like that. I just skipped past it without really paying much attention.

Do you prefer bar or liquid soap? Liquid. It seems more sanitary.

Do you wear any perfumes / colognes on a regular basis? I don't. Strong smells often trigger my migraines…along with pretty much everything else about being alive.

Do you have high or low self esteem levels? My self-esteem levels are somewhere in the middle these days. Not despairingly low, but not yet healthily high either. I think it also depends on the situation - sometimes I'm more confident in my abilities, more comfortable with the company, etc; but other times I feel out of my element.

When was the last time you listened to a song on repeat? What was the song? I haven't been listening to any single song on repeat, but I have been listening to the Precession album by Fifty Dollar Dynasty lately.

How do you feel about being in the house alone? It's peaceful, but there does come a point when a sense of dreamy unreality sets in and I would prefer to have the company of my dad.

What was the last compliment you received? I suppose this counts as a compliment… I was getting ready to leave the animal shelter earlier and Alex was like, "thank you so much, I don't know what I would have done if you weren't here." Lucy was scheduled to work today, but she didn't show up. She didn't show up yesterday either. Last Sunday, after I left, I guess Lucy was asking Cassie, "how mad do you think they'd be if I just walked out?" because she wasn't feeling well. Ofc Cassie was like, "wtf, don't you dare, today is my half day and they'll make me stay if you leave." Far be it from me to judge how someone's feeling (if you're sick, you're sick; I'm not going to play the comparison game), but there was also this ~vibe~ about it, like she was just kind of over it. Couple that with her not being there this weekend and…idk whether she's sticking around or not.

Anyway, all that meant Alex had to come in on one of her days off, and things are just kind of a mess lately, and…ugh. I feel for her. She's such a hard worker, always on top of everything, super reliable…so ofc she's the one they're going to call, and ofc she's going to show up. However, she did say that everyone she's talked to wouldn't blame her if she quit, so…I guess it's just a question of when her work ethic + sense of duty + personal pride are surpassed by how done she is with the whole situation. It's part of the reason Amy quit a few weeks back. Orlyn was injured and out for a while and ultimately decided not to come back, so they increased Amy's days/hours to make up for it. I think it was originally supposed to be temporary, but they seemingly forgot about that and let it drag on until Amy spoke up about being burned out (which made them mad?!). Eventually, she got fed up and left. They've just been super short staffed lately, among other things, and it's slowly taking its toll on people. Oh yeah, and Diane is going to be gone for a few days around the end of the month and it's just like...wtf are they gonna dooo...???

Do you like mint or orange flavored chocolate? I like both.

How often do you get spots? Like, pimples? It goes in cycles. My face will clear up, then get really bad, then clear up again…I'm starting to think it might be hormonal.

Do you believe that when your ears burn someone is talking about you? I've never had that experience before, but no, I don't believe that's a thing.

Are you a good host when visitors come over or do you wish they’d leave? We don't really have people over; but when I'm out with others, there's definitely this pull to get back home.

When was the last time you burnt your mouth from eating something too hot? This morning. I was rushing to eat my oatmeal. It was just a slight burn, though, nothing serious. Not like that time I caused a huge burn-bubble to form on the roof of my mouth. D;

What is your favorite foreign language to listen to? (In music or speech) Maybe Japanese for speech and Swedish/Icelandic for music.

Do you prefer instrumental songs or ones with lyrics? I like both.

Name something simple that makes you happy. Delicious iced coffee on a hot afternoon.

What is your favorite instrument to listen to? Guitar or violin.

Pick one: Books, movies or music? Books.

Do you carry a bag around with you often? What does it look like? Yeah. It's just a gray backpack.

Do you like your natural hair color? I'm fine with it.

Do you delete your emails / texts often? I don't bother deleting e-mails, but I will delete texts occasionally.

What was the last book you read about? It's the third book in the Dune series. I feel like I would have to explain the plots from the first two books in order for it to make sense, but I'm just too lazy.

What color are the walls in the room you’re in? White and peach.

Did you dress up last Halloween? As what? I didn't.

Do you have any old friends who you still kinda speak to but it’s awkward? No.

Name one of your favorite memories. Backpacking memories with my dad.

Are you a polite person? Yeah.

When was the last time you used a quote from a movie in real life? I'm not sure.

Have you ever used a chat-up line that actually worked? No.

Can you put your legs behind your head? No.

Do you forget things easily? Small things. Like, on any given day at the animal shelter, I'm bound to forget something.

The last song you listened to: Did it have a male or female vocalist? Male.

Is the heating on in your house currently? No. The swamp cooler is on, though.

Do you often find toothpaste too minty? No.

Have you ever had braces? Do you need them? Yeah.

Are you a subscriber to any magazines? Which? No.

What does your voice sound like? (Loud, quiet, high pitched, etc) It depends on who I'm talking to, but my "normal" voice is medium-pitched and can be somewhat loud, especially if I'm excited or passionate about something.

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