scholarly journals Early initiation of sexual activity: a risk factor for sexually transmitted diseases, HIV infection, and unwanted pregnancy among university students in China

2009 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Qiaoqin Ma ◽  
Masako Ono-Kihara ◽  
Liming Cong ◽  
Guozhang Xu ◽  
Xiaohong Pan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factor ◽  
University Students ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Unwanted Pregnancy ◽  
Early Initiation ◽  
Sexually Transmitted

Commentary on the Possibility That Viagra May Contribute to Transmission of HIV and other Sexual Diseases among Older Adults

1999 ◽  
Vol 85 (3) ◽  
pp. 942-944 ◽  
Author(s):  
Freddy A. Paniagua
Keyword(s):  
Older Adults ◽  
Hiv Infection ◽  
Sexually Transmitted Diseases ◽  
Hiv Transmission ◽  
Aids Prevention ◽  
Sexual Relationships ◽  
Factual Knowledge ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Sexual Activities ◽  
Media Reports

Many older male adults experiencing impotence are being treated with Viagra. Scientific and media reports indicate that this medication is effective in re-establishing sexual relationships among these men. Despite the benefits that Viagra may have in the treatment of impotence among older adults, increased sexual activities could also facilitate the spread of HIV infection and other sexually transmitted diseases. This holds for older adults who may lack factual knowledge of HIV transmission and perceive themselves as nonsusceptible to this disease. Prescription of Viagra in combination with HIV/AIDS prevention programs may be helpful.

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