Working in the adult industry has its perks, but it also has its risks. Any time there is intimate contact with another person, there is always the risk of contracting an STI. That’s why it’s so important for everyone in the adult industry to be tested before a shoot. This is known as talent testing,…
Sexually transmitted disease, or STDs, can lead to lifelong health issues. You can contract disease from your sexual partner, and the causes are plentiful: viruses, yeast, bacteria and parasites. These can all lead to a sexually transmitted disease. There are over 20 STDs that you need to be worried about. And while most people have…
OraQuick can help save a life and stop the spread of HIV. This is the world’s first FDA-approved oral swab that is able to test for HIV-1 and HIV-2. Blood is not required for this test to work. This is the same HIV test that medical professionals have been using since 2004 – it’s just…
Herpes is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), but there’s a certain stigma that surrounds this particular STD – and that stigma keeps a lot of people from getting tested. According to the CDC, genital herpes affects about one in six people in the United States between the ages of 14 and…
HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, is a sexually transmitted disease that weakens the immune system by destroying cells that fight infections and diseases. There’s no cure for HIV, but it is possible to manage the condition with proper medical care. Some people are more vulnerable to HIV due to many factors, such as numerous sex…
If you’re getting tested for STDs, you want to see your results as quickly as possible. Whether this is a routine check or you’re showing signs of a sexually transmitted disease, you want to know what you’re dealing with – sooner, rather than later. While you may have many questions about testing, you may be…
We all know STD testing is essential for any sexually active individual. Actually getting a person to get tested regularly is still essential but a bit of hard work. Most people want to prevent Sexually Transmitted Diseases and take care of their own health by getting tested. The difficulty is the execution, actually getting people…
What is Syphilis? Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection that affects more than 12 million people a year worldwide, 70,000 of which are affected in the U.S. Caused by the bacteria Treponema Palladium, Syphilis is contracted and transmitted via sexual contact. It can also be transmitted via mother to fetus, known as congenital syphilis. There…
Chlamydia is a very common STD that is found in both men and women. While less serious for men, this sexually-transmitted disease can be cured, but can cause permanent damage to a woman. The disease will attack a woman’s reproductive system, causing difficulty getting pregnant, or making it impossible for a woman to get pregnant….