You’ve recently noticed a rash developing on your skin, making you wonder, is this HPV? HPV infections reside within the skin tissue and are transmitted through skin to skin contact. There are over 150 different viral strains of HPV that have evolved to infiltrate different areas within the skin and mucous membranes and are associated […]
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Contracting a strain of HPV is very common. You may have had it as a child in the form of a pesky plantar wart on the bottom of your foot or a small nodule that developed on your finger. In early adulthood, HPV is commonly contracted through sexual contact, with 80% of women contracting a
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HPV is now considered the most common sexually transmitted infection among North Americans. The Center of Disease Control estimates that nearly everyone who is sexually active will have contracted a strain of HPV at some point in their lives. With HPV being highly prevalent in the young female population and infertility now affecting one-fifth of couples trying to
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High-Risk HPV, 16 18 45: What You Need to Know The family of human papillomaviruses contains a variety of over 150 different strains of HPV. These strains have evolved over time to have different ways to infiltrate and evade the immune system of individuals, causing different disease progressions. Nearly all sexually active individuals will come
There are over 150 different HPV strains that have been identified in humans. Different strains have evolved over time through evolution into five sub-groups, each with unique ways to infiltrate and cause disease in an individual. Some strains cause minor papilloma’s on the surface of the skin, while others have no symptoms but have the
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Is Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Good for You? In the web of natural health remedies, it is hard to find an ailment that apple cider vinegar can’t help treat. Apple cider vinegar is claimed by many as a miracle remedy for everything from soothing digestion to clearing acne. Despite the popularity, and longstanding legend of
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Many are picking up on the power of plants to maintain optimal health beyond just eating a plant-rich diet. Plant compounds in the form of herbal supplements and essential oils are becoming increasingly popular forms of therapeutic care. Traditionally plant oils have been used in cosmetics and perfume for many years. Our understanding of how
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Disparities between race and disease continue to exist in many areas of the health field, including with HPV and cervical cancer. Black women are found to be significantly more at risk for contracting HPV and having more persistent infections that can lead to cervical cancer, compared to white women. It is estimated that: Black women
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If you are reading this, you may have recently been referred by your doctor to get a colposcopy. Colposcopies are rarely talked about so can evoke some distress and confusion for patients upon referral. Here we hope to provide some details about the procedure, what to expect, and why it’s a great step to help
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The body requires a certain level of macro and micro-nutrients in order to carry out proper functions. These nutrients are typically obtained through eating a diverse diet of plants, seeds, legumes, and animal products. Unfortunately today, most diets do not fulfill our baseline nutrient requirements. When we lack nutrients, it becomes more difficult to perform
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