Sexual Health

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What is Sexual Health?

What is Sexual Health?

Sexual health or sometimes also known as reproductive health refers not only to reproductive sex and organs, but also the physical, emotional and social aspects of sexual health. It goes beyond physical health, such as having a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships. A person who is sexually healthy also feels well emotionally, mentally and socially when it comes to sexual matters.

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HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS

HIV stands for the Human Immunodeficiency Virus. AIDS or ‘Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome’ occurs in the later stage of HIV infection. A person infected with HIV can take up to 10 years to develop AIDS.

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Know Your Status - Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections

Know Your Status - Testing for Sexually Transmitted Infections

Unsure if you may have a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)? Symptoms of STIs are often not immediately obvious to an infected person. Fortunately, testing for STIs and HIV/AIDS is available to help you determine if you are free from infection.

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Get Tested for HIV in Minutes

Get Tested for HIV in Minutes

Did you know that you can find out the results of an HIV antibody test in 20 minutes or less? Rapid HIV testing greatly reduces the anxiety in waiting for an HIV test result. Learn more about this non-invasive and quick screening procedure.

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Pregnancy and HIV

Pregnancy and HIV

A pregnant woman who has been exposed to HIV runs the risk of infecting her baby. All pregnant women will undergo an opt-out HIV testing during their antenatal checkups in Singapore. Many of Singapore’s medical centres also offer HIV testing to lower the risk of transmission. Read the following article to find out what an HIV-infected mother should know and where help can be found.

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

Talking about sex with your child is not easy. But, it can be a great way to build your relationship and trust with your child. Read this article to get useful tips.

Talking to Your Child About Sex

Talking to Your Child About Sex

Parents are the best people to educate their children on sexual matters. Through you, they will have a reliable source of information, and be able to filter out any wrong messages coming from the media, the Internet, or their friends.

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10 Myths about HIV and AIDS

10 Myths about HIV and AIDS

Can I get infected if I share a meal with someone who is living with HIV/AIDS? Can HIV/AIDS be treated? To understand and tackle the challenges caused by HIV and AIDS, it helps to clear up the common misconceptions that surround the virus and illness.

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

Talking about sex with your child is not easy. But, it can be a great way to build your relationship and trust with your child. Read this article to get useful tips.

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How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex

Talking about sex with your child is not easy. But, it can be a great way to build your relationship and trust with your child. Read this article to get useful tips.

Talking to Your Child About Sex

Talking to Your Child About Sex

Parents are the best people to educate their children on sexual matters. Through you, they will have a reliable source of information, and be able to filter out any wrong messages coming from the media, the Internet, or their friends.

Last updated on 12 Mar 2010