Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer which begins in the ovaries of a woman. The female reproductive system contains two ovaries, one on the left side of the uterus and the other on the right. The ovaries are about the size of an almond and they produce the hormones estrogen and progesterone but their primary role is the production of eggs or ova for fertilization. Detecting ovarian cancers can […]
What is Prostate Cancer? Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the prostate — a small walnut-shaped gland in men that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. Symptoms include difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Approximately 11.2 % of men will be diagnosed with prostate […]
What is Cancer? The human body is made up of billions of cells which form the building blocks of our tissues and organs. The replication of these cells is what gives it the ability to form complex systems that support life forms. The abnormal or uncontrolled replication of these cells is known as cancer. There […]
Do Prostate Massages Help Prevent cancer Prostate cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the prostate — a small walnut-shaped gland in men that produces the seminal fluid that nourishes and transports sperm. Symptoms include difficulty with urination, but sometimes there are no symptoms at all. Prostate massage on the other hand involves […]
What is HPV? HPV stands for Human Papilloma Virus, it is the most common sexually transmitted infection, (STI) that affects both females and males. Around 79 million Americans, most in their late teens and early 20s, are infected with HPV according to the Center for Disease Control . There are many different types of HPV. Note that HPV is a different virus […]
How To Cure A Sore [Strep] Throat Fast A sore throat refers to pain, scratchiness, or irritation of the throat that often worsens when you swallow. Most sore throats are caused by infections, or by environmental factors like dry air. Although a sore throat can be uncomfortable, it’ll usually go away on its own. However, […]
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a microorganism called Neisseria gonorrhoeae otherwise known as gonococcus. Individuals become infected when their genitals come in contact with penile or vaginal discharge during intercourse or other sexual activities. The disease affects about 0.6% of men and 0.8% of women globally. Annually, between 33 to 106 million […]
Can You Get Chlamydia From Kissing? What Is Chlamydia? Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. It can infect both men and women. Women can get chlamydia in the cervix, rectum, or throat. Men can get chlamydia in the penis (urethra), the rectum, or throat. How do you get chlamydia & […]
Can You Get Gonorrhea from From Kissing Gonorrhea – is a sexually transmitted disease caused by a microorganism called Neisseria gonorrhoeae otherwise known as gonococcus. Individuals become infected when their genitals come in contact with penile or vaginal discharge during intercourse or other sexual activities.The disease affects about 0.6% of men and 0.8% of women globally. Annually, […]
An intimate 10-second kiss can transfer over 80 million bacteria. Though this might help some long-term couples by diversifying their oral bacteria (and thus boosting their resistance to other microorganisms), exchanging saliva can often transfer illnesses. Unfortunately, no one is exempt from the disease-spreading dangers of kissing. Though people in long-term relationships may fare slightly […]
