Senate Passes Sexual Harassment Bill In Nigeria

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One of the most significant and most traumatic factors that affect girls and young women disproportionally is undoubtedly sexual assault. But considering the environment and social impact of Nigeria, there is minimal information and facts regarding the subject.  Statistics about Sexual Harassment in Nigeria The Pan African Medical Journal study shows the following patterns and …

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The Most Common STIs In Nigeria

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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) or Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are caused by viruses, parasites, or bacteria and spread through sexual contact (vagina, anal or oral), skin, mouth, or genitals. No! They cannot be transmitted from toilet seats. STDs occur worldwide, but some infections are common in less Industrialized countries, mostly found in Africa. Some STIs …

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New Study Identifies What Gives Nigerian Students Confidence to Use Condoms

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The center of efforts to decrease the incidence and prevalence of sexually transmitted diseases accounts for raising awareness of condom use. In Nigeria and neighboring countries, this has been a tricky endeavor as public stigma often prevents men and women from being open about their sex life. Purchasing a box of condoms isn’t such an …

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Common Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Nigeria

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From genital ulcers, infertility, difficulty urinating, to horrifying pain – the common sexually transmitted diseases can cause quite a variety of symptoms. Although doctors and researchers keep warning us against these diseases and how important it is to get protected against them, there are still parts of the world, such as Nigeria, where the rates …

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Herpes in Nigeria

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Herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that targets the mouth and reproductive organs of the body. The disease is caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which has two types: type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2).  HSV-1 is known to cause oral herpes, which infects the lips and mouth. Symptoms include cold sores …

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New Survey Results Indicate That Nigeria Has an HIV Prevalence of 1.4%

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According to a study conducted by UNIAIDS and the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA), about 1.9 million people are living with HIV in Nigeria. However, the federal government of Nigeria has released a result that indicates an HIV prevalence of 1.4%. Read More: HIV in Ghana is on the rise This is …

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