Evidence Mounts for Effectiveness of National HPV Vaccine Program
March 12, 2014
Three doses of the quadrivalent HPV vaccine was more effective in preventing high-grade cervical abnormalities than other types and more effective in younger women.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
New Urine Test Allows for Detection of Chlamydia at Point of Care
December 20, 2013
A highly specific rapid test for Chlamydia trachomatis has been developed. The best part: the new test requires a direct urine sample only (no total DNA purification needed).
Which Comes First: Infection or Bacteria?
April 24, 2013
A recent discovery suggests that Trichomonas vaginalis may alter the vaginal microbiota in a manner that cultivates bacteria that is beneficial to its survival and transmissibility.
HPV Vaccine Still Beneficial in Sexually Active Women
January 8, 2013
Human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccination may be beneficial for women with HIV infection even after previous exposure to HPV, according to the findings of a new study.
Poll: Do You Proactively Discuss HIV with Your Patients?
December 19, 2012
According to the American Medical Association, the southern part of the United States is facing an HIV epidemic. Do you proactively talk with your patients about their risk of contracting HIV?
More Countries Report Cephalosporin-Resistant Gonorrhea
June 18, 2012
The number of cases of cephalosporin-resistant gonorrhea is increasing, according to a recent report issued by the World Health Organization. Neisseria gonorrhoeae, the bacteria that causes the infection, has already developed resistance to other common antibiotics, and cephalosporins have become the last line of defense against the infection.
ACOG: Region Should Factor Into Chlamydia Screening Guidelines For Women Over Age 25
May 14, 2012
Women over the age of 25 may still need to be screened for Chlamydia trachomatis (CT) according to research released at the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists’ (ACOG) Annual Clinical Meeting.
Poll: What is Your Next Step?
February 7, 2012
You have a patient with recurrent vaginal candidiasis and have tried everything you can think of!
Midstream Testing Effectively Diagnoses Chlamydia Trachomatis
January 31, 2012
According to research published in the Annals of Family Medicine, midstream urine testing effectively detects Chlamydia trachomatis.
Genital Herpes Vaccine Not Ready for Prime Time
January 13, 2012
Although previous studies of a new genital herpes vaccine were encouraging, it failed to protect women in a recent large clinical trial.
