Why might the use of female contraceptives actually increase the chances of contracting HIV?

The mother secretes early pregnancy factor (EFP), which is an immunosuppressive glycoprotein to protect the newly developing embryo from being attacked by her immune system. Group of answer choices -True -False

How might an understanding of the method by which gonorrhea is evolving resistance to certain antibiotics help researchers develop new forms of antibiotics?

In the 1940s, the U.S. government was looking for a solution to a medical problem: the prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) among soldiers. Several now-infamous government-funded studies used human subjects to research common STDs and treatments. In one such study, American researchers intentionally exposed more than 1300 human subjects in Guatemala to syphilis, gonorrhea, and chancroid to determine the ability of penicillin and other antibiotics to combat these diseases. Subjects of the study included Guatemalan soldiers, prisoners, prostitutes, and psychiatric patients—none of whom were informed that they were taking part in the study.  1) What type of Epidemiological Study does this fall under; Descriptive, Analytical, Retrospective, Observational, or Prospective. 2) Please explain why this study was ethical or unethical. 3) We discussed a similar tragic but famous study that happened in the U.S. (it took place in Alabama) in one of our lectures. What was the name and…

Which of the following statements best describes the HIV/AIDS infection rate today? A. Most people infected with HIV/AIDS live in countries outside of Africa. B. Africa is home to 15% of the world’s population, and about 15% of people with HIV live in Africa. C. Due to advancements in medicine, few people in the world are infected with HIV/AIDS. D. Africa is home to less than 15% of the world’s population, and 68% of people with HIV live in Africa.

Ch. 8: Which of the following infections is NOT generally considered to be a sexually transmitted infection? O a) HIV Ob) candidiasis Oc) chlamydiasis O d) herpes simplex virus e) condyloma acuminata

In 2007, then–Texas governor Rick Perry became the first governor in the United States to mandate by executive order the vaccination of all Texas girls aged 11–12 for HPV, arguing that the vaccine prevented cancer. Some conservatives criticized Perry, arguing that the vaccine would encourage sexual promiscuity among children and young adults. The Texas legislature overturned the executive order, and Perry later reversed himself, saying the order was a mistake. Do you think states should require boys and girls to be vaccinated for HPV? Discuss reasons for and against such a requirement.

Which of the following are all of the possible eggs that can be produced by a woman with the AaBB genotype? A) AB, aB B) Aa, AB, BB, aB C) Aa, BB D) AB, Ab, aB, ab E) AABB, AaBB, aaBB

Nearly 70% of the patients seen in STI clinics are men. Offer a reason men are more likely to seek treatment than women. Why is it important that women seek treatment for STIs?

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a viral infection that can be passed through sexual contact and affect the genitals, mouth, or throat. A vaccine that prevents infections from several of the common strains of HPV was developed in 2006. When the HPV vaccine was first developed, it was initially administered only to girls in most jurisdictions.    Now, the HPV vaccine is provided free to both boys and girls in all the provinces and territories, although eligible ages vary.    Alberta was one of the first provinces to include boys in their HPV immunization program. Currently, in Alberta, Grade 6 students are routinely immunized against HPV and the HPV immunization program is free for all students until the end of Grade 12.   It has been established that 2 doses of the vaccine over 6 months are effective in individuals under 15 years of age.  Individuals over 15 need 3 doses over 6 months.  The cost of a single dose is about $200.  When the HPV vaccine was first introduced, it was recommended…