How Soon Can You Test For STD After Unprotected Sex?

December 19, 2023 Equality Health OP No Comments

If you happen to be wondering when you should get tested for STDs after unprotected sexual intercourse, you have come to the right place. It is prudent to be proactive while making decisions about your sexual health as it can affect not only you but your sexual partners as well (both past and present partners). […]

Is Hepatitis a Sexually Transmitted Disease?

December 5, 2023 Equality Health OP No Comments

Hepatitis is a general term used to define inflammation or infection in your liver. Various viruses can usually cause liver inflammation, use of chemicals, drug intake, alcohol consumption, or certain inheritable disorders. The most commonly contracted types of hepatitis are Hepatitis A, B, and C. Hepatitis A is an infection induced by the Hepatitis A […]

The Dangers of Untreated STDs: Consequences and Risks

November 28, 2023 Equality Health OP No Comments

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) or Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), are mainly spread through sexual activity. All over the world, more than 1 million people contract STDs. These diseases are becoming more and more prevalent due to illicit drug injections, needle sharing, or contact with infected blood. An untreated STD can lead to various health complications. […]

7 Most Common STDs & How to Treat Them

November 21, 2023 Equality Health OP No Comments

A sexually transmitted disease or infection is any infection spread via sexual contact, usually through oral, vaginal, or anal sex. The question you might ask yourself is, What are the most common STDs? In this blog, we will discuss some of the 7 common STDs in the United States. Chlamydia Chlamydia is one of the most […]

HIV & AIDS: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Prevention

November 14, 2023 Equality Health OP No Comments

The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) refers to a chronic virus that attacks the immune system in the human body. AIDS is referred to as the more advanced stages of HIV, and the main cause of AIDS is not receiving early HIV treatment. HIV spreads via contact with the bodily fluids of an HIV-positive person. The […]

How is Hepatitis C Treated? A Complete Process

November 7, 2023 Equality Health OP No Comments

Hepatitis is a term that usually refers to the inflammation or swelling of the liver. One of the vital organs of our body is the liver, which can be adversely affected by a viral infection caused by the Hepatitis C virus. Hepatitis C spreads due to exposure to an infected person’s blood. Approximately 2.4 million […]