Sexually Transmitted Diseases

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University of Western Ontario investigators have found that the genetic diversity of HIV-1 during early infection is greater in the vaginal tract than in the bloodstream.

A new article urges researchers and clinicians to consider the possibility that the rise in oral sex practices could ultimately contribute to female infertility when it comes to chlamydia.

Seeing upwards of 85% of children in the United States each year, dentists are key to promoting HPV prevention methods, but more training and education is needed first.

Teva Pharmaceuticals announces an exclusive launch of a generic version of atazanavir capsules for the treatment of HIV.

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A common birth control shot has been linked with increased risk of HIV infection while NIAID investigators have found that putting ART on pause during a clinical trial might not be as detrimental as first thought.

The CDC releases first comprehensive reports on state progress made in the fight against antibiotic resistance since Congress’ investment in CDC’s Antibiotic Resistance Solutions Initiative.

Investigators from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Lyndra, have developed a drug capsule that could drastically pare down ART to an easier-to-adhere-to weekly regimen.

A viral therapy developed to target cancer cells, also appears capable of destroying HIV-infected cells.

Investigators from the University of California San Diego Medical School report on the first case of Gardnerella bacteremia in an HIV-positive male following the placement of a urinary catheter.

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How many of those who recovered from WWI-associated infections had residual neurological impairments that increased their risk for violence?

A new study suggests that exposure to drugs and violence in adolescence may increase the risk of HIV infection in adulthood.

Due to living longer and other factors, comorbidities are common in HIV-infected patients on antiretroviral therapy (ART) no matter what type of insurance they have—although some conditions are more prevalent with certain payers.

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Pedro Cahn, MD, describes the risk associated with raltegravir HD.

According to a new study, when combatting viruses such as HIV, several enzymes in the immune system may malfunction and cause cancer-related mutations.

The only way individuals can reduce their risk of getting shingles is to get vaccinated; luckily, a new vaccine has recently been approved by the FDA.

A new study finds that THC found in marijuana could potentially slow the process of neurodegeneration in individuals with HIV.

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Pedro Cahn, MD, explains who the target population is for raltegravir HD.

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Scientists are working on developing preventive and therapeutic strategies that target both HIV and herpes, as having herpes may make individuals more vulnerable to contracting HIV.

For young adults without risk factors for HIV, a new study finds several benefits to a one-time routine screening at age 25.

A new study conducted by University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston investigators finds that male virgins can still acquire HPV, underscoring the need for vaccination.

Investigators from the Duke Human Vaccine Institute have developed a binding assay capable of more accurately identifying new versus long-standing HIV infections.

Anal high-risk human papillomavirus (HPV) infections are known to lead to anal cancer.

Vitamin D is known to boost bone health, but a recent study demonstrates that it has little impact on the metabolic side effects of a newly begun antiretroviral therapy (ART) regime.

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