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by Shirin Borja | July 5, 2023
is diarrhea a flu symptom rttc

Is Diarrhea a Flu Symptom

Does the flu have you running to the bathroom more often than usual? Here’s what you need to know about diarrhea as a possible flu symptom. What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is a common condition characterized by loose, watery stools that occur more frequently than usual. Essentially, it is the body’s

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3 effective ways to prevent hiv

3 Effective Ways To Prevent HIV

While living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), is no longer a death sentence in this day and age, preventing it is essential for protecting your health and the well-being of your community.  Here are all the strategies that you can do to prevent HIV.    What is HIV? HIV, or human

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how do you date if you have syphilis

How Do You Date If You Have Syphilis?

Dating with syphilis can feel like walking a tightrope between fear and hope, uncertain of how a partner will respond to your truth. Although syphilis can be treated, it comes with challenges, including the emotional burden of disclosure and the need to approach intimacy with caution. What is syphilis? Syphilis

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Syphilis Diagnosis

How To Build Trust After a Syphilis Diagnosis

A syphilis diagnosis can be tough, not only on the individual but also on their relationships. Trust, a crucial part of any relationship, can take a hit during this time. Here’s a step-by-step process on how to rebuild trust after a syphilis diagnosis.    What is syphilis?  Syphilis is a sexually transmitted

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5 healthy ways to cope with hiv stigma

5 Healthy Ways to Cope with HIV Stigma

For many people living with HIV, stigma takes the form of whispered conversations, social exclusion, or outright discrimination. These negative attitudes not only hurt them emotionally and mentally but can also discourage them from seeking testing, disclosing their status, or accessing treatment.  Addressing HIV stigma is more than just a

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is diarrhea a flu symptom rttc

Is Diarrhea a Flu Symptom

Does the flu have you running to the bathroom more often than usual? Here’s what you need to know about diarrhea as a possible flu symptom. What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is a common condition characterized by loose, watery stools that occur more frequently than usual. Essentially, it is the body’s

Read More »
3 effective ways to prevent hiv

3 Effective Ways To Prevent HIV

While living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), is no longer a death sentence in this day and age, preventing it is essential for protecting your health and the well-being of your community.  Here are all the strategies that you can do to prevent HIV.    What is HIV? HIV, or human

Read More »
hiv vs aids differences, treatment, progression, and prevention

HIV vs AIDS: Differences, Treatment, Progression, and Prevention

Imagine hearing the words, “You have HIV.” For Dave Miller, now Chair of the Canadian AIDS Society, that moment marked the beginning of a journey he once thought impossible to navigate. Today, thanks to breakthroughs in treatment and awareness, living with HIV is no longer the life sentence it was

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how do you date if you have syphilis

How Do You Date If You Have Syphilis?

Dating with syphilis can feel like walking a tightrope between fear and hope, uncertain of how a partner will respond to your truth. Although syphilis can be treated, it comes with challenges, including the emotional burden of disclosure and the need to approach intimacy with caution. What is syphilis? Syphilis

Read More »
Syphilis Diagnosis

How To Build Trust After a Syphilis Diagnosis

A syphilis diagnosis can be tough, not only on the individual but also on their relationships. Trust, a crucial part of any relationship, can take a hit during this time. Here’s a step-by-step process on how to rebuild trust after a syphilis diagnosis.    What is syphilis?  Syphilis is a sexually transmitted

Read More »
5 healthy ways to cope with hiv stigma

5 Healthy Ways to Cope with HIV Stigma

For many people living with HIV, stigma takes the form of whispered conversations, social exclusion, or outright discrimination. These negative attitudes not only hurt them emotionally and mentally but can also discourage them from seeking testing, disclosing their status, or accessing treatment.  Addressing HIV stigma is more than just a

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3 causes of irregular periods

3 Causes of Irregular Periods

If you can’t seem to predict your period, don’t jump to the conclusion that there’s something wrong with your body.    There are a lot of factors that contribute to this inconsistency. Here’s a look at each one of them.   How can you tell if you’re having an irregular period?   Your

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the link between the flu and heart disease

The Link Between the Flu and Heart Disease

The flu isn’t just a respiratory illness—it can also put serious strain on your heart. A mild flu for some can pose serious risks for those with heart disease. Here’s a closer look at the connection between influenza and the heart. How does the flu affect the heart? The flu

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9 effective steps to prevent hiv transmission

9 Effective Steps to Prevent HIV Transmission

While HIV continues to be a pressing global health issue, protecting yourself and others is possible with effective preventive steps. Overview If HIV isn’t treated, it can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Preventing HIV transmission requires proactive strategies and informed choices to stop the virus from spreading. You can

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can flu spread without symptoms

Can Flu Spread Without Symptoms?

The idea that someone could transmit the influenza virus without showing any symptoms might sound like something out of a medical drama, but it’s a very real aspect of how flu outbreaks can spread. Here’s a closer look into how this happens. What is asymptomatic flu transmission? Asymptomatic flu transmission

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is diarrhea a flu symptom rttc

Is Diarrhea a Flu Symptom

Does the flu have you running to the bathroom more often than usual? Here’s what you need to know about diarrhea as a possible flu symptom. What is diarrhea? Diarrhea is a common condition characterized by loose, watery stools that occur more frequently than usual. Essentially, it is the body’s

Read More »
3 effective ways to prevent hiv

3 Effective Ways To Prevent HIV

While living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), is no longer a death sentence in this day and age, preventing it is essential for protecting your health and the well-being of your community.  Here are all the strategies that you can do to prevent HIV.    What is HIV? HIV, or human

Read More »
how do you date if you have syphilis

How Do You Date If You Have Syphilis?

Dating with syphilis can feel like walking a tightrope between fear and hope, uncertain of how a partner will respond to your truth. Although syphilis can be treated, it comes with challenges, including the emotional burden of disclosure and the need to approach intimacy with caution. What is syphilis? Syphilis

Read More »
Syphilis Diagnosis

How To Build Trust After a Syphilis Diagnosis

A syphilis diagnosis can be tough, not only on the individual but also on their relationships. Trust, a crucial part of any relationship, can take a hit during this time. Here’s a step-by-step process on how to rebuild trust after a syphilis diagnosis.    What is syphilis?  Syphilis is a sexually transmitted

Read More »
5 healthy ways to cope with hiv stigma

5 Healthy Ways to Cope with HIV Stigma

For many people living with HIV, stigma takes the form of whispered conversations, social exclusion, or outright discrimination. These negative attitudes not only hurt them emotionally and mentally but can also discourage them from seeking testing, disclosing their status, or accessing treatment.  Addressing HIV stigma is more than just a

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