ED Drugs Raise STD Rates in Older Widowers Sep 19, 2009
The study in the November issue of the American Journal of Public Health found that gonorrhea was the most common STD in men, while trichomoniasis was most common in women. Other STDs included syphilis, genital herpes, HIV and human papilloma virus (HPV). (Newsmax)
Rocker paved way for new genre of music Sep 13, 2009
"One of his songs, it's called 'Why Don't You Look Into Jesus,' one of the lines is: 'You've got gonorrhea on Valentine's Day [VD] and you're still looking for the perfect lay. ... Why don't you look into Jesus? He's got the answer.'". The album also contained what became Larry Norman's signature song, "Why Should the Devil Have All the Good Music.". (CNN -- Showbiz)
Science, religion debated as evangelical takes top NIH post Sep 12, 2009
"Specifically, the U.S. scores the most dysfunctional in homicide, incarceration, juvenile mortality, gonorrhea and syphilis infections, abortions, adolescent pregnancies, marriage duration, income disparity, poverty, (and) work hours," says the study. Looks bad for religion, then. (USA Today -- News)
ACLU files suit against agency Sep 10, 2009
The new cases of gonorrhea were 118 and 2,641, respectively. DHS has worked for years on abstinence programs, often holding rallies at the state Capitol, sponsoring billboard campaigns and providing material to the public about the prevention of sexually transmitted diseases and teen pregnancy. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Should girls get HPV vaccine? Sep 10, 2009
We have to stress that this does not protect against other sexually transmitted diseases including HIV, hepatitis, gonorrhea and chlamydia, Enloe said. This reporter can be reached at 583-2427. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Reasons to Get Tested for STDs Aug 25, 2009
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), St. Louis has the highest per capita rates of two common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs): gonorrhea and chlamydia ... In 2007, there were 742 cases of gonorrhea and 1,265 cases of chlamydia ... The CDC states on its website that common symptoms of gonorrhea are burning sensations during urination, a green or white colored discharge from the penis, and in some men, swollen testicles. (The Current Online, MO)
AIDS Group: Use Condoms in Porn Films Aug 21, 2009
The health department says there were 2,013 documented cases of Chlamydia among LA porn performers between 2003 and 2007 and 965 gonorrhea cases. From April 2004 to March 2008 some 2,847 STD infections were diagnosed among 1,884 performers in the hardcore industry in LA County. (ABC News)
Misuse Of Common Antibiotic Is Creating Resistant TB Aug 13, 2009
12, 2009) Use of a common antibiotic may be undercutting its utility as a first-line defense against drug-resistant tuberculosis (TB). Fluoroquinolones are the most commonly prescribed class of antibiotics in the U.S. and are used to fight a number of different infections such as sinusitis and pneumonia. (Science Daily)
Confirmed STD cases down in ND Aug 2, 2009
The state Health Department says that through the first six months of the year, confirmed cases of both chlamydia and gonorrhea are down 11 percent from last year. STD program manager Julie Wagendorf says young people still should be aware of the dangers. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Birth Control May Help Ward off Bacterial Vaginosis Aug 1, 2009
Bacterial vaginosis is also associated with sexual activity, douching and sexually transmitted diseases, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, herpes simplex virus and HIV.. Researchers aren't sure if bacterial vaginosis makes a woman more susceptible to the other infections or if the other infections make vaginosis more likely, Erbelding said. (MEDLINEplus)
Women At Risk Of Gaining Excessive Weight With Injectable Birth Control Identified Jul 28, 2009
26, 2004) The injectable contraceptive depot-medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) appears to increase a woman s risk of acquiring the sexually transmitted infections chlamydia and gonorrhea by. (Feb. (Science Daily)
The True wrinkles Behind the Mask Jul 24, 2009
And so I believe it was immaterial for my friend to conclude that Appiah Ofori is unfit to be in the class of honourables because he had INFECTED HIS WIFE WITH GONORRHEA (caps mine) The thin dividing line between ones private and public life ... Alfred Manu Bernard twisted fact when he stated that I had written that Mr Appiah Ofori had infected his wife with gonorrhea. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Teen Pregnancy, STDs on Rise Again Jul 20, 2009
In 2006, about one million young people aged 10 to 24 were reported to have chlamydia, gonorrhea or syphilis. Nearly one-quarter of females aged 15 to 19, and 45 percent of females aged 20 to 24 had a human papillomavirus (HPV) infection during 2003-2004. (ABC News)
HIV travel ban may be lifted for infected visitors Jul 18, 2009
As it stands now, HIV is among several diseases that require exclusion, including active tuberculosis, infectious gonorrhea, syphilis and infectious leprosy. Also on the list are little-known sexually transmitted conditions such as chancroid, lymphogranuloma venereum or LGV, and granuloma inguinale. (MSNBC -- Health)
Press Conference: AHF Sues L.A. County to Require Condoms in Porn Jul 17, 2009
In the same period, 965 cases of gonorrhea were documented. Many performers suffer multiple infections. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Condoms Associated With Moderate Protection Against Herpes Simplex Virus 2 Jul 16, 2009
Although studies indicate that consistent condom use reduces the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, the effectiveness of preventing the transmission of HSV-2 through condom use is less certain, according to background information in the article. Emily T. Martin, M.P.H., Ph. (Science Daily)
Condoms May Reduce Herpes Risk Jul 15, 2009
Although studies have found that regular condom use reduces the spread of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, whether they prevent the transmission of HSV-2 has been less certain, the researchers noted ... "We know condoms can prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections like HIV, herpes, warts, hepatitis, gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis, but it's always been hard to show that in research studies," Klausner said. (MEDLINEplus)
Joe Jackson: "Foul Play" Killed My Son Jul 11, 2009
It was the foul play of that Sodom and Gonorrhea, that Babylon, that outhouse, that den of thieves known as Los Angeles ... " US Top 100 Dance Singles * 1980: "If You Feel the Funk" * 1983: "Bet'cha Gonna Need My Lovin'" * 1984: "Hot Potato" * 2004: "Just Wanna Dance" * 2005: "Free the World"OK, now your accomplishments? by gravyboat4000 July 10, 2009 9:00 AM PDT Gravy covers MoTown hits. 1985 Gravy Groove. 1987 "Sop it up"; the love songs of Gravy. 1990 GravyBoat:"Floatin". a collection of... (CBS News -- Entertainment)
Meet population challenge Jul 11, 2009
The information tries to scare students by showing them pictures of people with gonorrhea, but doesn't talk openly about how to deal responsibly in relationships. For example, there is talk about the drugs used in date rape, but no mention about how to handle a relationship that could lead to rape nor what symptoms to look for if you suspect your drink was spiked. (NJ.com -- Times)
Risky sexual behavior among male clients of Tijuana sex workers heightens risk of HIV transmission Jul 11, 2009
2% tested positive for at least one STI (Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis or HIV). The prevalence of HIV infection among clients was similar to that of female sex workers in Tijuana. (EurekAlert!)
Oral abortion pill safest Jul 9, 2009
In addition, all women were either given antibiotics or some women received antibiotics if tests showed that had either of two sexually transmitted diseases, chlamydia or gonorrhea. In July 2007 the rules were changed again to give everyone antibiotics, without the testing. (India Times, India)
Jackson's Kids Emerge from Behin00004000d the Veil Jul 8, 2009
The Sadom and Gonorrhea that is Los Angeles. That den of thieves. (CBS News)
Margaret A. Bengs: Dust off that moral compass, Californians Jul 3, 2009
Chlamydia and gonorrhea, if untreated, can lead to infertility, abnormal pregnancy and dangerous infections in the newborn; HPV infections can lead to cancers of the cervix and anus; and hepatitis B can lead to liver cancer and cirrhosis. Unrestricted teen sex harms not only the adolescents but their children. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Porn Industry Touts Record In Fighting HIV Jun 16, 2009
"But we have persistent reports that that is not the case," he said, adding his department receives an average of 15 reports a week from the Adult Industry Medical Healthcare Foundation of actors testing positive for other sexually transmitted diseases such as gonorrhea and chlamydia. "That's obviously very disturbing," Fielding said. (CBS News -- Health)
Lava reaches out Jun 16, 2009
Family man is right wrote on Jun 14, 2009 5:39 PM:" This is not a racial or political issue, this is a moral one. People do not choose to be heterosexual, it is a NATURAL by product of their sex. It is natural for a man and a woman to have sex and reproduce. God made both male and female. There is also no biological evidence to support that they are born that way. Every time they come out with some so-called "gay gene" it gets thrown out after other scientists revisit the study. The unnatural... (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Obama Gives In to NIMBY Lawmakers Jun 16, 2009
Data released yesterday from Los Angeles Country also revealed that since 2004, 2,378 people who identified themselves as adult-film performers have tested positive for Chlamydia, 1,357 for gonorrhea, and 15 for syphilis. In the WP's op-ed page, writes that while the world seems concerned about terrorists in Pakistan, it has been "stunningly indifferent to the plight of the more than 2.4 million people who have fled the Swat Valley" in what is now considered to be "the largest and fastest... (Slate)
Who will be the ‘transportation governor’? Jun 16, 2009
I don t want a bunch of trains that will bring the thugs and homos from downtown Atlanta up here to steal our property and turn us into Sodom and Gonorrhea. So I ll vote for the canadate that promises a big tax cut and no trains and to get us out of the U.S. of A. so we can have the Southren States of America. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Meet Keswick's Karate Kid May 14, 2009
Yesterday they even shared a joke about one of the test questions, when someone asked aloud about the symptoms of gonorrhea. They aren't friends, but they can say hello, Jack said. (Globe and Mail)
STDs affect blacks worst in county May 14, 2009
Meanwhile, about 1,585 of 2,164 cases of gonorrhea last year (or 73 ... About 52 percent of all chlamydia cases, 65 percent of all gonorrhea cases and 51 percent of all syphilis cases in the state involve African-Americans, who make up 10 percent of the state population. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Dennis new pregnancy prevention coordinator May 7, 2009
Lee County had 114 cases of sexually transmitted diseases, including syphilis, gonorrhea and chlamydia reported in 2005-2007. Dennis said that a reduction in teen pregnancy will effect Keokuk High School's graduation rate in a positive way while also improving students' approach to adulthood and help them move beyond myth, gossip and peer pressure. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Information, not politics, can help prevent teen pregnancyWednesday, May 6, 2009 May 7, 2009
29 percent of all gonorrhea cases occur in youth ages 15 to 19. It is clear that young people are in desperate need of real, accurate sex education. (Missoulian, MT)
Health & Fitness File 5-6 May 6, 2009
Racine STD Clinic: Sexually transmitted diseases are the most common communicable diseases reported in this country and the Racine Health Department reports more cases of chlamydia and gonorrhea than any other reportable communicable disease. In 2008, the Racine STD/HIV Program received 822 reports of persons with chlamydia and 278 reports of persons with gonorrhea residing in the City of Racine. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Predominant Risk Factors For First Urinary Tract Infections In College-aged Women May 5, 2009
Co-existing chlamydia, gonorrhea and yeast infections did not contribute significantly to urinary symptoms. "If you are experiencing urinary frequency and urgency, you should seek medical attention," said Anthony Y. Smith, MD, an AUA spokesman. (Science Daily)
County agency not crisis-ready May 2, 2009
In 2007, there were about 17,700 cases of gonorrhea and chlamydia throughout the county. Of those, health officials only made contact with 827 people to warn them they had exposure to the diseases and tell them to get treatment. (AZCentral)
Alaska Health Department releases startling STD findings Apr 20, 2009
To view the Center of Disease Control STD Surveillance Report's gonorrhea rates by state for 2007, visit ... " But on a positive note, Alaska ranks better than many states regarding syphilis, HIV and gonorrhea, Cecere said. According to the 2007 CDC study, Alaska reported a total of 579 gonorrhea cases that year, ranking 24th in the nation. "For a long time, Alaska has come in around the middle of the pack when it comes to ranking of national gonorrhea rates," Cecere said, adding that Alaska has... (Juneau Empire)
Genetic switch potential key to new class of antibiotics Apr 18, 2009
"Among the bacteria now known to contain riboswitches are E. coli and streptococcus, as well as the bacteria behind forms of anthrax, gonorrhea, meningitis and dysentery. Riboswitches have not yet been found in human cells, and the hope is future riboswitch drugs will kill bacteria without side effects.". Study Detail. (EurekAlert!)
HBO's 'Grey Gardens' revisits story of mother and daughter recluses Apr 17, 2009
Little Edie is consumed with jealousy, snapping "Is it true that Jack Kennedy gave you gonorrhea?" Her bitterness is monstrous. With more of that ferociousness, Barrymore might have pushed her portrayal to a higher level of complexity, and created more than just an oppressed, pathetic daughter. (Boston Globe)
Across the Area Apr 14, 2009
A sheriff's report says Mr. Cousart gave one of the children gonorrhea and the other chlamydia. The report said the incidents happened between 2004 and this year. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Health Ministry: Hand-foot-mouth disease claims 50 lives this year Apr 11, 2009
Viral hepatitis, tuberculosis, syphilis, diarrhea and gonorrhea were the top five killers, accounting for almost 95 percent of the reported cases, according to the ministry. No case of SARS, polio, bird-flu or diphtheria was reported. (Xinhuanet, China)
Letter: ‘The big lie' exposes students to diseases Apr 9, 2009
They found that condoms didn't provide universal protection against the eight most prevalent sexually transmitted diseases: HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, chancroid, trichomoniasis, genital herpes, and human papillomavirus. (CNA 3/23/09). (Appeal Democrat, CA)
STDs at WU more common than perceived Apr 8, 2009
Student Health Services (SHS) most commonly treats chlamydia and HPV and also encounters cases of gonorrhea, hepatitis B and C, herpes, trichomoniasis, HIV and syphilis, according to Melissa Ruwitch, assistant director of SHS. ... St. Louis leads the country in chlamydia and gonorrhea prevalence, according to GYT09. (Washington University Student Life, MO)
Nationwide STD testing campaign launching in SC Apr 7, 2009
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, South Carolina ranks third nationally in the rate of gonorrhea, 12th for syphilis and 10th for AIDS.. A service of the Associated Press(AP). (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Doctors could dispense antibiotics with no exam Apr 3, 2009
The practice is known as "expedited partner therapy." It would permit physicians who are treating an individual for gonorrhea or chlamydia (KLAH'-mid-dee-ah) to also give the patient a single-dose antibiotic to pass along to his or her partner. The proposal also would apply to certain other health care professionals who treat STD-infected patients. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
'Get Yourself Tested' Campaign Launches After 'Pedro' Premiere Apr 2, 2009
Get Yourself Tested' Campaign Launches After 'Pedro' Premiere. If you get tested, you could win a trip for two to walk the red carpet at the 2009 MTV Movie Awards. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Planned Parenthood offers free STD testing in April (1) Apr 2, 2009
No appointment is necessary, and clients will be tested for chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, herpes, syphilis, and genital warts (HPV). According to the Department of Health and Human Services, 3,094 cases of chlamydia, 121 cases of gonorrhea, and eight cases of syphilis were reported in Montana last year ... The number of chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis cases has steadily increased over the past decade. (Helena Independent Record)
Circumcision may cut some STD risks Mar 26, 2009
Learn the basics about gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia and more. msnbc. (MSNBC -- Health)
Sex ed 2.0: vibrators and condom runs Mar 26, 2009
At a time when rates of sexually transmitted diseases such as chlamydia and gonorrhea rise annually among teens, many sexual health educators say only visceral lessons will speak to youth, but they face another challenge as parents seek special accommodation for their children. "Human sexuality still is a pretty emotional topic for people. For students and parents, it's based on their own experience and upbringing," said Karen Quigley-Hobbs of the Region of Waterloo public health department. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
CHS students observe spring break programs Mar 15, 2009
The health department showed pictures of reproductive areas infected with various STI s. Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, HPV, trichomoniasis, HIV/AIDS, yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis were the diseases and infections covered in the program ... The VCCHD offers testing for $20 to check for gonorrhea, Chlamydia, syphilis and HIV. Those at least 14 years old may make an appointment to go to the department for testing. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Quechans holding HIV/AIDS awareness day Mar 13, 2009
"The presence of sexually transmitted disease can increase the chance of contracting or spreading HIV. High rates of Chlamydia trachomatis infection, gonorrhea and syphilis among American Indians suggest that the sexual behaviors that facilitate the spread of HIV are relatively common among American Indians.". The CDC also said that those who use illicit drugs or who abuse alcohol are more likely to engage in risky behaviors, such as unprotected sex. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Tenure no more? Mar 12, 2009
Mississippi Valley State University researchers asked permission to conduct the study, which will examine the perceptions of middle and high school students about chlamydia and gonorrhea. Students will be given surveys to complete. (Greenville Delta Democrat Times, MS)
Nanosensors Quickly Detect Possible DNA Mutations Mar 11, 2009
4, 2004) Potential antimicrobial resistance in the bacteria that cause gonorrhea can be detected without culturing the organism, thanks to a rapid test developed by researchers at Johns. (Apr. (Science Daily)
What Chris Brown Can Learn From Mike Tyson Mar 1, 2009
He talks about boxing while infected with gonorrhea, which he says, matter of factly, that he got from either a prostitute or a very filthy young lady. And of his conviction for raping Desiree Washington, he only has this to say: I have to be honest. (Slate)
Anna Albrecht and Rachel Noga: We need to recognize danger of STDs Feb 27, 2009
The new and already existing cases of STDs make up the highest reported diseases to the La Crosse County Health Department, with chlamydia and gonorrhea the two most-reported. Unfortunately, the person who carries this disease often does not show symptoms so they rarely know they have it. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Antibiotic-Resistant Meningitis Reported in U.S. Feb 27, 2009
Lynfield said health officials are worried about a repeat of the experience with gonorrhea, in which antibiotic resistance spread quickly after it first occurred. "We do think that it is related to overuse of antibiotics in the community," she said. (MEDLINEplus)
STD Rates Rising In Metro Feb 24, 2009
Both chlamydia and gonorrhea are at their highest levels ever here in Douglas County and one reason for the increase in numbers -- specifically with chlamydia -- is because it's often a silent disease ... Since beginning in 2002, the Douglas County Health Department has been working to reduce chlamydia and gonorrhea rates 10 percent by the year 2010. (7 KETV Omaha)
Black Women's Health: 4 Ways to Boost It Feb 24, 2009
Regular Pap smears are called for, and women should consider , including HIV, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. "We know that sexually transmitted infections, , are extremely common, and women don't know everything that they should know about STIs, how to prevent those infections," says Hilda Hutcherson, a clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Columbia University in New York, who was interviewed for the Essence book. (U.S. News & World Report)
Information, testing are key to decline in diseases Feb 18, 2009
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates that Illinois is now in the top 10 states for cases of chlamydia and gonorrhea, two of the most common STDs. In 2000, Illinois ranked 19th for chlamydia cases and 12th for cases of gonorrhea ... The good news locally is that the upward trend has been reversed in DeKalb County, where cases of chlamydia reported in 2008 decreased 12 percent from 2007, and cases of gonorrhea were down 26 percent. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
AIDS most deadly infection in China Feb 18, 2009
The country reported a one-fifth rise in syphilis last year, with a total of 257,474 cases, while gonorrhea cases dropped by a tenth, the health ministry said. REUTERS. (Boston Globe)
AIDS top infectious disease in China Feb 18, 2009
The country reported a one-fifth rise in syphilis last year, with a total of 257,474 cases, while gonorrhea cases dropped by a tenth, China's health ministry said. China on Sunday launched a national sex education campaign aimed at getting more people to seek treatment for sexually transmitted diseases and infertility. (MSNBC -- Health)
Nanoemulsion Potent Against Superbugs That Kill Cystic Fibrosis Patients, Study Suggests Feb 11, 2009
These emulsions have already proved to be non-toxic, potent killers of bacteria such as Streptococcus pneumoniae, H. influenzae and gonorrhea, of viruses such as herpes simplex and influenza A, and of several fungi. Nanoemulsion treatments for cold sores and toenail fungus are in Phase 3 clinical trials. (Science Daily)
STDs down in county Feb 11, 2009
Gonorrhea cases dropped 26 percent ; from 73 to an estimated 54 ; during that time ... Illinois ranks in the top 10 states for cases of chlamydia and gonorrhea, according to a new report released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ... In 2000, Illinois ranked 19th for chlamydia cases and 12th for gonorrhea cases. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Public health services face reductions Feb 11, 2009
-- 4,500 Iowans may not be treated for chlamydia or gonorrhea. -- 360 Tuberculosis-infected patients will not be treated. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Our Opinion: Oh my, they teach about sex? Feb 10, 2009
One in four teenage girls nationwide has a sexually transmitted disease, according to the CDC. Stombler s research is relevant because oral sex can spread some infections, including herpes, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and human papillomavirus, which can lead to cervical cancer. The CDC says slightly more than half of teenage girls and boys have engaged in oral sex, putting them at risk for diseases. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
STDs can rob teens of future fertility Feb 10, 2009
At 14, Rose contracted two sexually transmitted diseases: gonorrhea and chlamydia. She said she got the STDs from her first boyfriend. (CNN)
Empty Pockets Feb 8, 2009
Gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, even herpes and HIV-it's all covered. And if you're a certified Denver resident, so are you. (UCD Advocate, CO)