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Sexually transmitted diseases pose one of the greatest threats to human health worldwide, in part because of the manner in which sexual issues are dealt with by society. The impact of STDs on individuals and society is driving the push for new cures and treatments as well as improved methods to prevent the spread of STDs by altering sexual behavior. (20051001) ... Read more

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In March 2001, the National Institutes of Health issued the following warning: "The number of Web sites offering health-related resources grows every day. Many sites provide valuable information, while others may have information that is unreliable or misleading."Furthermore, because of the rapid increase in Internet-based information, many hours can be wasted searching, selecting, and printing.This book was created for medical professionals, students, and members of the general public who want to conduct medical research using the most advanced tools available and spending the least amount of time doing so. ... Read more

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Based upon the "Atlas of Sexually Transmitted Diseases", these units present 574 slides integrated with text. Coverage includes syphilis, granuloma inguinale, genital mycoplasmas, chlamydial infections and AIDS. ... Read more

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Provides information about such sexually transmitted diseases as gonorrehea, syphilis, herpes, chlamydia, and AIDS, and how they can be prevented and treated. ... Read more

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Sexually Transmitted Diseases and AIDS covers all aspects of these diseases with extensive inclusion of dermatological conditions. The multiple choice questions and answers have been compiled by a highly experienced group of clinicians and researchers from two major STD/AIDS centres in the UK. These MCQs aim to help readers learn in an easy, effective and enjoyable way. The book is intended to make them think, to test themselves and check the standard of their knowledge in order to pass exams as well as to improve their clinical practice for their patients. It will be of use to all those in training in sexually transmitted diseases, doctors and nurses alike. The questions have been refined by representatives of these groups to provide interesting questions to test knowledge to different standards, whether to satisfy their own curiosity or their examiners'. It will be particularly helpful to those sitting examinations such as MRCP, MBBS, DipGUM as well as those attending specialist STD or AIDS courses. ... Read more

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Touching on the wider social issues confronting sexually active teenagers, this title concentrates on the up-to-date medical facts about infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, pubic lice, HIV and Hepatitis B. It focuses on the symptoms, treatment and prevention of STDs as well as exploring the ways in which they are spread, offering advice on risk factors, safe sex and health check-ups. ... Read more

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Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are a worldwide problem affecting all nations and races. Such diseases are especially prevalent in developing countries where insufficient health care centers, inadequate laboratory capabilities, and the unavailablity of appropriate treatment perpetuate the problem. Sexually Transmitted Diseases: Epidemiology, Pathology, Diagnosis, and Treatment addresses the therapeutic challenges posed by STDs. It covers bacterial, spirochete, fungal, protozoan, viral, and ectoparasite infections. Strategies and progress in eliminating these diseases worldwide are discussed. ... Read more

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This volume reviews research on the epidemiology and immunopathogenesis of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and offers recommendations for future research on these diseases. Special emphasis is placed on current concepts regarding the host immune response to specific sexually transmitted pathogens, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, herpes simplex virus, human papillomaviruses, and cytomegalovirus. The book also features a timely discussion on progress in vaccine development, particularly the prospects for vaccination at mucosal surfaces. The concluding chapter outlines directions for future biological, epidemiological, clinical, and behavioural research. ... Read more

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Awareness of AIDS and other sexually transmitted diseases has increased with education efforts. But has the problem been overblown? And what are the best methods of prevention? This anthology debates these issues in the following chapters: Are Sexually Transmitted Diseases a Serious Problem? Should Public Health Measures Be Used to Prevent the Spread of HIV? How Can Sexually Transmitted Diseases BePrevented? (20040901) ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from The Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality, published by SIECCAN, The Sex Information and Education Council of Canada on June 22, 1997. The length of the article is 8497 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Many Canadians are at risk for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Factors affecting individual STD risk include number of sexual partners, age of the first intercourse, condom availability and use, and availability of STD diagnostic and treatment centers. Research shows the most significant factors reducing STDs are increased condom use and access to treatment facilities.

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Title: Reducing the incidence of sexually transmitted disease through behavioural and social change.(STDs and Sexual/Reproductive Health)
Author: Eleanor Maticka-Tyndale
Publication: The Canadian Journal of Human Sexuality (Refereed)
Date: June 22, 1997
Publisher: SIECCAN, The Sex Information and Education Council of Canada
Volume: v6Issue: n2Page: p89(16)

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