Blisstree » circumcision http://www.blisstree.com Family, Health, Home and Lifestyles Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:03:30 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Could circumcision reduce STD spread? http://www.blisstree.com/articles/could-circumcision-reduce-std-spread/ http://www.blisstree.com/articles/could-circumcision-reduce-std-spread/#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2009 08:09:52 +0000 Marijke Durning, RN http://www.blisstree.com/?p=69698 Post from: Blisstree

Could circumcision reduce STD spread?

]]> One of the most hotly debated issues when it comes to children is if boys should be circumcised. Unless you do it for religious reasons, the issue can start an argument istock_twinboysin no time at all. There are vehement arguments for both sides of the issue and the problem is, it doesn’t seem like anyone is right or wrong because both sides can find studies to back up their beliefs.

A new study out has weighed in on the benefits of circumcision – the potential that it can help prevent the spread of the human papillomavirus (HPV). A few forms of HPV are responsible for a significant number of cervical cancer cases, as well as genital warts.

According to an article over at WebMD , the risk of circumcised men contracting genital wards dropped by 25% and contracting HPV by 35%. The article also points out that women who only have one partner and he is circumcised, have a lower chance of developing cervical cancer, according to earlier studies.

Just some fuel to add to the circumcision debate. Now, to find something on breastfeeding…

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Could circumcision reduce STD spread?

]]> http://www.blisstree.com/articles/could-circumcision-reduce-std-spread/feed/ 2 Holiday Flings, Holiday Romances http://www.blisstree.com/articles/holiday-flings-holiday-romances-45/ http://www.blisstree.com/articles/holiday-flings-holiday-romances-45/#comments Wed, 11 Oct 2006 04:48:55 +0000 Sasha Manuel http://www.datingdames.com/holiday-flings-holiday-romances/ Post from: Blisstree

Holiday Flings, Holiday Romances

]]> spfkissingThose of you who have travelled and have intentions to travel, the idea of being enamored to an amorous Italian or a gorgeous Aussie surfer or a sultry Brazilian, is kind of romantic and exciting.

[coughs]

I am, of course, just referring to my single readers, okay? LOL.

We’re aware that when we do travel, we will face a different culture. I wonder how many of us have really sat down and considered it before jumping into that whirlwind of a, uh, fling. Fine. Romance then.

I admit that there are moments that it can be really breathtakingly intense. I’d suggest that every woman should take a dip in this pool of excitement. It will certainly make you feel so alive and attractive and utterly sensual. Especially when you know that it’s only a week’s worth of shared passion. Teehee.

Then again, it’s not everyone’s cup of tea. It’s meant for those who can take what they can only dish out, so to speak. If you’re the type who latches on to the other person ever so tightly, then I reckon it’s better for you to leave the kitchen, sweetie.

Anyway, I came across a little factor in this scenario that us, women, should be aware of — before we lose ourselves in our newly-found holiday euphoria. Melissa of Escape Blog gently highlights this cultural difference that is not-so-evident during the initial getting-to-know-you stage of the holiday romance.

I guess you better make a mental note of this thing for “religious, medical or CULTURAL reasons.” Teehee.

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Holiday Flings, Holiday Romances

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