Sexually Transmitted Disease

Mycloplasma genitalium: A little-known STD is actually much more common than you think, reveals a study

A new study has found that a little-known sexually transmitted disease (STD) may actually be much more common than previously thought.

Antibiotic resistant strain of gonorrhoea could be more deadly than AIDS

The antibiotic-resistant strain of gonorrhoea – now considered a superbug - was discovered in Japan two years ago.

WHO warns against drug-resistant form of gonorrhea

The UN health agency is urging governments and doctors to step up surveillance of antibiotic-resistant gonorrhea, a bacterial infection that can cause inflammation, infertility, pregnancy complications and, in extreme cases, lead to maternal death.