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<p>A fishy-smelling vagina is actually a classic symptom of bacterial vaginosis, a common condition which new research suggests is a sexually transmitted infection (STI).</p>

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Bacterial vaginosis — the causes, the symptoms, and the treatments

A new clinical trial in Australia has found that bacterial vaginosis is a sexually transmitted infection, and simultaneously treating the male partner can significantly reduce the recurrence rate in women

<p>Sexual Health Centre health promotion officer Phil Corcoran says people who engage in chemsex should not be fearful of seeking help. Picture: Jim Coughlan</p>

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'It's important we don't stigmatise chemsex', says Cork health officer

<p>The majority of cases are of chlamydia, with 2,895 infections so far in 2023. File Picture.</p>

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HPSC reports spike in number of sexually transmitted infections

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Irish Examiner view: The wrong ways to bounce back

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Home testing kit can detect HIV in just 15 minutes

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Economic boom leading to rise in STIs

Jim Carrey will not go to trial over death of Irish girlfriend Cathriona White

Jim Carrey will not go to trial over the death of his late Irish girlfriend Cathriona White.

Thu, 01 Feb, 2018

Increase in STIs being reported in Ireland possibly linked to dating apps and changing attitudes to casual sex

The popularity of dating apps may have led to an increase in the amount of sexually transmitted infections being reported in Ireland.

Sun, 14 Jan, 2018

HIV and STI rates ‘serious public health concern’

One in five people had a HIV test in their lifetime, and a similar number have been tested for a sexually transmitted infection (STI), it has emerged.

Wed, 25 Oct, 2017

University of Limerick warns of STI outbreak

The University of Limerick is working closely with the HSE following “an outbreak” of sexually transmitted diseases on campus.

Thu, 15 Dec, 2016

STI warning sent to all UL students following outbreak of Gonorrhoea and Clamydia

The University of Limerick has issued an STI warning.

Wed, 14 Dec, 2016

STIs on the rise in Ireland

A new report shows HIV, syphilis and gonorrhoea are all on the rise in Ireland.

Fri, 14 Oct, 2016

Irish Aids Day to highlight importance of STI testing

Wednesday June 15 is Irish Aids Day.

Mon, 13 Jun, 2016

UK fears as ‘super’ STI may be untreatable

A highly drug-resistant type of “super-gonorrhoea” is spreading across England, with senior medics warning it may become untreatable.

Mon, 18 Apr, 2016

Union of Students in Ireland launches 'Shag Week' at six campuses

Students at six campuses around the country are taking part in "Shag Week".

Mon, 08 Feb, 2016

Charity warns over rise in STIs

A women’s health charity has called for the immediate implementation of the National Sexual Health strategy after it was revealed recorded cases of chlamydia increased 32% in 2014.

Fri, 07 Aug, 2015

Rise in attendees at gay men’s clinic

More gay men are attending the HSE’s Gay Men’s Health Service to be tested for sexually transmitted infections and for advice on safe sex, new figures show.

Mon, 08 Jun, 2015

10% at university have had STIs

One in 10 university students have contracted a sexually transmitted infection, according to a survey.

Tue, 18 Mar, 2014

STI

Bacterial vaginosis — the causes, the symptoms, and the treatments

'It's important we don't stigmatise chemsex', says Cork health officer

HPSC reports spike in number of sexually transmitted infections

Irish Examiner view: The wrong ways to bounce back

Home testing kit can detect HIV in just 15 minutes

Economic boom leading to rise in STIs

Jim Carrey will not go to trial over death of Irish girlfriend Cathriona White

Increase in STIs being reported in Ireland possibly linked to dating apps and changing attitudes to casual sex

HIV and STI rates ‘serious public health concern’

University of Limerick warns of STI outbreak

STI warning sent to all UL students following outbreak of Gonorrhoea and Clamydia

STIs on the rise in Ireland

Irish Aids Day to highlight importance of STI testing

UK fears as ‘super’ STI may be untreatable

Union of Students in Ireland launches 'Shag Week' at six campuses

Charity warns over rise in STIs

Rise in attendees at gay men’s clinic

10% at university have had STIs

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Mick Clifford

STI

Bacterial vaginosis — the causes, the symptoms, and the treatments

'It's important we don't stigmatise chemsex', says Cork health officer

HPSC reports spike in number of sexually transmitted infections

Irish Examiner view: The wrong ways to bounce back

Home testing kit can detect HIV in just 15 minutes

Economic boom leading to rise in STIs

Jim Carrey will not go to trial over death of Irish girlfriend Cathriona White

Increase in STIs being reported in Ireland possibly linked to dating apps and changing attitudes to casual sex

HIV and STI rates ‘serious public health concern’

University of Limerick warns of STI outbreak

STI warning sent to all UL students following outbreak of Gonorrhoea and Clamydia

STIs on the rise in Ireland

Irish Aids Day to highlight importance of STI testing

UK fears as ‘super’ STI may be untreatable

Union of Students in Ireland launches 'Shag Week' at six campuses

Charity warns over rise in STIs

Rise in attendees at gay men’s clinic

10% at university have had STIs

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Mick Clifford

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