One major sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can cause low testosterone levels in men is HIV/AIDS. To understand why this is the case, it is first important to know a little about growth hormone (GH). GH is responsible for promoting development within children and assists in the regulation of body composition and metabolism in adults. […]

Finding out that you have a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) or Disease  (STD) can come as a huge shock. It can lead to anger, self-blame, fear or stress. Some of the questions you might ask yourself are whether the infection is curable and how it will affect your life. As a woman who is planning […]

It is always advisable to practice safe sex. The truth is, there are just so many risks out there. However, if you have had unprotected sex, you may have been exposed to a sexually transmitted disease. If indeed you suspect you may have caught something, getting at-home STD testing as soon as possible is very […]

Testosterone is one of the main sex hormones in a man. It is responsible for the development of masculine features.  It regulates a man’s libido, muscle mass, bone mass and strength. It also affects the production of sperm and red blood cells in the body. Naturally, as a man ages, their testosterone levels start dropping.  […]

With Urgent Need for Better Healthcare Screenings, the At-Home Testing Service Announces General Health and Fertility Tests, COVID-19 + Flu Combo Tests   In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have been afraid to go to doctors’ offices.  As a result, they’ve missed critical health screenings or have health issues that have gone […]

The very thought of contracting an STD (or STI) can make you feel vulnerable and scared, and being contacted by a partner who has tested positive for an STI transforms the fear into a reality. For many young adults—and even older adults—there is still a mental stigma attached to STIs, leaving those who test positive […]

A food sensitivity or intolerance occurs when your body has trouble digesting a certain type of food. A food intolerance is not the same as a food allergy. The former affects the digestive system, whereas the latter involves the immune system. If you believe you are sensitive to a certain type of food, you may […]

Everyone feels run down at some point. If you’ve had less than stellar sleep or if you’re more active, that sluggishness could be your body’s reaction to the extra activity or a bout of insomnia. However, if you’re constantly feeling drained for no reason, and you’re experiencing symptoms like skin pallor, dizziness or headaches, you […]

The pain is all too familiar. Going to the bathroom hurts. There’s an urgency, too. Your bladder feels like it constantly needs to be emptied. While men and women can get a urinary tract infection, women experience them more often. Some women are so susceptible that a doctor may prescribe a prophylactic antibiotic to lower […]

Tradition seems to put a lot of pressure and blame on women when it comes to conceiving a child. Many men don’t even consider that their own fertility could possibly be the issue, as they grow up trying to project power and strength, and even considering weakness is often looked down upon. Media also portrays […]