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Can condoms cause yeast infections? Separating myths from facts
Condoms are a great contraceptive tool that allows people to enjoy sex while minimising the risks of sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancies. However, there are a lot of...
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Can you catch Chlamydia without cheating?
Chlamydia, a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis, is one of the most prevalent STIs globally. It’s sometimes called “the silent STI” because of its...
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Don’t trust STI apps, says Better2Know CEO
It’s the type of thing that could happen to anyone. You meet someone, and you bring them home. Just as you’re getting intimate, you notice something suspicious on their genitals – maybe a bump, a...
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Does body count matter when thinking about STIs?
Sex can often be a minefield. Negotiating health, emotions, and relationships can tax even the most carefree person. Love, indeed, isn’t for the faint of heart. This minefield can become all the more...
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What is sexual health?
For many, sexual health can be a difficult topic to discuss. Yet, it’s an integral part of our overall well-being. Whether you’re curious, concerned, or simply seeking information, Better2Know is here...
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I have groin pain. Is it an STD?
Consistent groin pain can be really worrying. When you get it, it’s natural to wonder if something serious might be going on. While not all instances of groin pain indicate a serious problem, it’s...
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What is a sexual relationship?
Defining sexual relationships is far from a one-size-fits-all endeavour. Sex can be a deeply personal and often complex matter that can have a profound impact on our lives. At Better2Know, we...
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Contraception: preventing STIs and choosing the right contraception for you
Contraception is a vital part of maintaining your sexual health. While it can be instrumental in helping to prevent unplanned pregnancies, it also plays a crucial role in the prevention of sexually...
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What STIs can cause a face rash?
Face rashes can come in all shapes and sizes, and not all of them are harmful or necessarily something to be concerned about. A face rash, can be here today and gone tomorrow. Face rashes are usually...
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How do I know if I have an anal Gonorrhoea infection?
When most people think of STIs, they tend to think of infections that affect the genitals. However, one of the lesser-known aspects of some STIs is that they can infect several parts of the body. One...
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The connection between HPV and penile cancer
When most people think of Human Papillomavirus (HPV), they think of the virus that causes genital warts – a symptom that is, for the most part, benign. However, years of public health messaging have...
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Can HPV affect fertility?
Conceiving can be very difficult for many individuals and couples. There are all sorts of conditions and lifestyle choices that can hinder one’s ability to get pregnant. Sexually transmitted...
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Is blood in urine a symptom of an STI?
Blood in the urine can be a very concerning symptom to experience. But this symptom is surprisingly common. Around one in five people examined by a urologist will be diagnosed with bloody urine. What...
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Can women transmit STIs to other women?
Most discussions of the transmission of STIs tends to focus on heterosexual encounters – women who have sex with men and men who have sex with women. While this is understandable since they make up...
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How does PCR testing work?
When you’re worried about the prospect of having an STI, it’s easy to look at the world of medical testing and get a bit confused. But Better2Know is here to demystify the world of STI testing and...
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Why home test kits for STIs are a great option for getting tested
Sexual health is an important aspect of your overall health. Maintaining it can take a lot of thought and consideration. With STIs continuing to have profound effects on those who get them, it’s...
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How menopause can make some women more susceptible to STIs
In recent years, transmission rates of STIs have risen in the UK, with a troubling rise in diagnoses of Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, and Syphilis, especially in Scotland and Wales. Rises have been...
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How to take a swab sample for a home test
Many people can find getting tested at home a bit daunting. Even with all the convenience a home test kit provides, it can be hard to know if you’re doing things right. If you’ve ordered one of...
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STI app that promised to root out infected partners shut down
HeHealth’s Calmara, an app that claimed to help women identify male sexual partners with STIs by analysing pictures of genitals using AI, has been shut down after a US Federal Trade Commission (FTC)...
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New Mpox variant moves into Europe, making testing essential
A case of a new Mpox variant was recently confirmed in Sweden, linked to the growing outbreak in Africa. In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the new Mpox variant has killed around 450 people in...
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