Researchers suggest that unprotected intercourse, an increase in the number of sexual partners, and changes in testing practices are potential causes.

Among patients prescribed doxycycline post-exposure prophylaxis, cases of syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea fell by 86.4%.

Consistent and correct use of latex and synthetic polymer condoms and dental dams can decrease the risk of acquiring and transmitting the majority of STBBI, including HIV, HBV, HCV, chlamydia and ...

A series of reports released today by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) show sexually transmitted ...

The total number of reportable sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Minnesota dropped slightly to 16,702 in 2009, a 5 percent drop from the previous year, state health officials reported today.

Researchers identify key geographic and health factors that may predict the prevalence of antimicrobial-resistant gonorrhea in the United States.

Patients are triaged or prioritized according to their need for emergency care. Resource availability is also taken into account during this process. Triage may be performed by emergency medical ...

This study aimed to assess the rate of adherence to standard treatment among patients with gonorrhoea and identify influencing factors. Methods A survey was conducted in Guangdong province, China, ...

However, providing such care remains a challenge in many countries, including Canada. Patients’ expertise, if acknowledged and adequately translated, could help foster patient-centred care. This study ...

This would be an exceedingly serious public health problem that would result in substantial morbidity from the severe sequelae caused by untreated gonorrhea worldwide. Nevertheless, accumulating ...

Support for emotional issues helps a patient retain their sense of self, rather than just be seen as a cancer sufferer. And this is why the Daily Express's Cancer Care campaign is so important.

EPT is NOT recommended for: Partners of patients with gonorrhea due to current concerns about gonorrhea antibiotic resistance. For gonorrhea treatment follow the Sexually transmitted and blood-borne ...