Sexual health blog

April 10, 2022 | 30 min read

My vagina stinks... Now what? Possible causes of a strong vaginal smell.

There are a number of factors that can affect your odour: infections or STDs, sports or sweating, hormone levels during the menstrual cycle and changes in the pH of your vagina. Your body is smart. So don't ignore it when your vagina tries to tell you something.

September 02, 2021

Chlamydia testing, importance of its early detection.

Self-sampling chlamydia test: also known as at-home sampling laboratory test. In this case, the sample is self-taken by the user at home and then sent to a clinical laboratory for analysis. These types of tests are above 98% accurate.

April 10, 2022

Itching or burning around the tip of the penis - STD test-

There is a wide spectrum of pathologies of the male genitalia whose symptoms are itching, burning or pain at the glans - the tip of the penis. Most of these, although quite common, are not only uncomfortable but also frightening.

September 07, 2021

Sexually transmitted diseases - let´s get rid of the stigma -

The agents that cause Sexually Transmitted Diseases - STDs- can usually be transmitted from person to person through semen, vaginal fluids, blood and various body fluids. Mother-to-child transmission is possible during childbirth. Sometimes there are no symptoms but you can carry the infection for a long time without knowing it. Often, until a serious complication occurs, or it manifests in a sexual partner. Early detection is important to avoid major problems.

March 29, 2021

How can I boost my immune system?

We all feel that the coronavirus has an enormous impact on our daily lives. The measures have meant that we have to work from home and are no longer able to carry out our favorite hobbies. However, this is very important in order to protect each other from the virus. Besides keeping the measures, it is also very important to maintain your resistance. Not only to protect yourself from the virus, but also the other people around you. Here are every tips to strengthen your immune system.

March 29, 2021

Can vitamin D protect against COVID-19?

Several studies have looked at the impact of vitamin D on COVID-19. One study found that people who had a vitamin D deficiency were more likely to test positive for the virus that causes COVID-19 than people who had normal levels of vitamin D.

March 29, 2021

A guide to understanding COVID-19 antibody test results

What do your results mean? A positive test shows that you may have antibodies to an infection by the virus that causes COVID-19.

March 29, 2021

What you should know about vaginal itching

We all know, waginal itching is an uncomfortable and sometimes painful symptom. The reasons of its appearance are often due to irritating substances such as personal hygene products, infections, or menopause.

March 29, 2021

Everything you need to know about Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that is one of the most common sexually transmitted diseases among 14 to 24-year-olds. Most infected people do not know they are infected since Chlamydia do not always show symptoms. Chlamydia may lead to health complications but, if detected early, it can easily be treated and cured with antibiotic medicine, so nothing to worry about :)

April 10, 2022

My vagina stinks... Now what? Possible causes of a strong vaginal smell.

September 07, 2021

Most common STD symptoms in men

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are more common than you think. Very often men may not realize they’re infected, because it is very likely to have no symptoms. However, that doesn’t mean that it is not affecting their health!

March 29, 2021

Burning sensation when urinating ?

A painful, burning sensation when urinating?... It is more common in women, but many men also have to deal with it. The pain or discomfort usually occurs during or shortly after urination, and can be a symptom of a medical condition. There are several possible causes and usually a doctor can easily determine the right one.

March 29, 2021

How to talk to your partner about sexually transmitted diseases

Being open to discuss sexual health is not something we are usually taught to do, but it’s an important part of taking care of ourselves and others. It’s vital to break down the taboo around the topic. The unnecessary shame and stigma linked with STDs only prevents people from getting treatment, and can have a huge impact on our health.

April 10, 2022

Are STDs and skin rashes related?

A genital rash is a skin sign that can be caused by a number of different reasons health and can occur on any part of the male or female genital area. Between the many possible causes for a genital rash, ranging from infections that are treatable to sexually transmitted infections (STDs), allergies, and autoimmune disorders.

September 07, 2021

STDs, curable vs. manageable

The importance of STD screening and diagnosis becomes evidently at the moment of getting the appropriate treatment. Being diagnosed with an STD is not something to panic, but it is definitely worth keeping in mind that although if diagnosed on time most are treatable, it is still a serious thing.

March 29, 2021

“How-to guide” for a sexual health check-up

According to the WHO definition sexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence.