Travelling to the Olympics? How visitors can stay healthy during the Milan-Cortina games

The Winter Olympics 2026 kicked off in Milan and Cortina. From 6 to 22 February, thousands of visitors from around the world will travel to Italy to cheer on their teams. As crowds gather, experts remind travellers to take a few health precautions to enjoy a safe trip. Protect yourself from winter bugs Respiratory viruses … Read more

Victorian Condom: Erotic Art & Naughty Nun Exhibit

Key Points Rijksmuseum displays a condom from the 1830s with‍ erotic art. The⁢ exhibit ⁤explores 19th-century sexuality and prostitution. The condom is decorated with an image of a nun and clergymen. Rijksmuseum Exhibits 200-Year-Old Condom⁢ Featuring ⁣Erotic Art Updated June 4, 2025 Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum is ⁤showcasing a unique artifact that blends art and Amsterdam’s Red … Read more

Determinants of sexually transmitted infections among adolescent girls and young women in artisanal and small-scale mining communities of Uganda | BMC Public Health

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Young women’s perspectives on a user-friendly self-sampling intervention to improve the diagnosis of sexually transmitted infections in underserved communities in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa | BMC Women’s Health

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England’s Gonorrhea Crisis: Antibiotic Resistance on the Rise

Concerned about the rising threat of drug-resistant infections? A recent health alert highlights a meaningful increase in antibiotic resistance for gonorrhea,sparking concern among UK health officials. This article explores the growing challenge of resistant strains, emphasizing the importance of prevention, testing, and understanding the serious complications associated with this sexually transmitted infection to protect your … Read more