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Mono Could Be Classified As An STD

Mono, short for mononucleosis, is a very contagious disease caused by the Epstein-Barr virus, a herpes virus.

Mark Riegel, MD

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Moderna Starts Human HIV Vaccine Trials Using mRNA Technology

Moderna Starts Human HIV Vaccine Trials Using mRNA Technology

Moderna has recently begun human trials of HIV vaccines that use the same mRNA technology found in the COVID-19 vaccine. The trial should conclude by the early part of 2023.

Mark Riegel, MD

HPV Leading To Other Kinds Of Cancers, But Vaccine Does Help To Reduce Cervical Cancer

HPV Leading To Other Kinds Of Cancers, But Vaccine Does Help To Reduce Cervical Cancer

While screening and the HPV vaccine have helped reduce the chance of cervical cancers in the last 20 years, the virus has resulted in a rise of tumors elsewhere.

Mark Riegel, MD

Experimental Drug Could Help Knock Out Herpes Virus In Body

Experimental Drug Could Help Knock Out Herpes Virus In Body

Researchers looking to knock out the herpes virus have been conducting research on animals, giving them an experimental drug that addressed active infections and lowered the chance for future outbreaks.

Mark Riegel, MD

Injectable PrEP Drug Potentially Coming To Market

Injectable PrEP Drug Potentially Coming To Market

About 10 years ago, PrEP (or pre-exposure prophylaxis) was introduced to the world, making it easier for people to lower their risk of being infected with HIV.

Mark Riegel, MD

8 Facts About Living With HIV/AIDS

8 Facts About Living With HIV/AIDS

With many cases of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) around the world, there are many people around the world who have shared their experiences and testimonials as to how their lives changed when they were diagnosed with HIV. If you are curious as to how HIV can affect the life of a person, we’ve listed down below facts about living with HIV or AIDS.

Mark Riegel, MD

Cervical Cancer and Cervical Dysplasia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Complications

Cervical Cancer and Cervical Dysplasia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Complications

There are some HPV strains which may cause the development of abnormal cells. When this happens, it is called dysplasia.

Mark Riegel, MD

Anal Dysplasia and Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Complications

Anal Dysplasia and Cancer: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment & Complications

There may be various HPV strains which develop cancer of the anus as well as dysplasia.

Mark Riegel, MD

Coronavirus Hinders Plan To Eradicate HIV In The U.S.

Coronavirus Hinders Plan To Eradicate HIV In The U.S.

The U.S. was on a roll to ending the HIV epidemic, but then the country was hit with the coronavirus. Now, the timeline to end HIV may not be as certain as it once was. That's because HIV and STI services have been stripped of its fundamental priorities.

Mark Riegel, MD

Are HIV-Positive People At Higher Risk For Flu Complications

Are HIV-Positive People At Higher Risk For Flu Complications

People who are HIV positive are at a higher risk of suffering from serious complications of the flu. This is especially true of individuals with a low CD4 cell count or are not on an antiretroviral therapy.

Mark Riegel, MD

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