Prepare Before You’re There
Last week I gave a lecture on the Well Woman Exam to the OB/GYN and Family residents where I practice. When it came to the topic of sexually transmitted diseases, they were stunned by the stats: 1
April 10th, 2022 | No Comments
What is on your mind?
Sometimes I will be sitting on my couch and sipping tea just thinking. Here is what is on my mind. Sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise. Some have even called the rise
December 12th, 2021 | 1 Comment
TALK-TEST-TREAT & PREVENT
I remember a few years back when I saw my gynecologist for my yearly exam. She obtained my pap smear and took out the speculum. I asked, “Did you check me for chlamydia and gonorrhea?” She
April 11th, 2021 | No Comments
STDs on the Rise
When my sister first met her fiancé and told me that she thinks this one is for keeps, the first thing that came out of my mouth was, “Before you do anything make sure he gets screened
October 27th, 2019 | No Comments
APRIL IS STI AWARENESS MONTH
Anyone having sex is at risk of being diagnosed with a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It does not matter your age. Granted, some people are more at risk than others. If you are in a monogamous