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		<title>Big increase in rates of Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:01:58 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Over the past decade there has been a substantial increase in diagnoses of most Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) in the UK, and reports of two of the most common STDs have shown massive rises. Cases of uncomplicated gonorrhoea increased by 42% between 1998 and 2007, while genital Chlamydia increased by 150%. Chlamydia has been the [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Over the past decade there has been a substantial increase in diagnoses of most <a title="Sexually Transmitted Diseases" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sexually_transmitted_disease">Sexually Transmitted Diseases</a> (STDs) in the UK, and reports of two of the most common STDs have shown massive rises. Cases of uncomplicated gonorrhoea increased by 42% between 1998 and 2007, while genital Chlamydia increased by 150%. Chlamydia has been the most commonly reported sexually transmitted disease since 2001, overtaking genital warts. </p>
<p>Both of these STD&rsquo;s can be treated effectively but it is important that they are detected early in order that treatment can begin before damage to your sexual and general health is affected. Having a test for Chlamydia or <a title="Gonorrhoea Facts" href="http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/gonorrhoea/Pages/Introduction.aspx">gonorrhoea</a> is simple to undertake and it is very easy to arrange an STD test at one of the many London test centres and others throughout Britain. These tests are carried out in complete confidence and the result will be brought to you quickly. Do not delay if you believe you are infected with a sexually transmitted disease, arrange an STD test today.</p>
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		<title>Some symptoms of Chlamydia</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2009 10:48:26 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Although the sexually transmitted infection Chlamydia is now one of the most common of the diseases caused through sexual contact, few if any know what to look for or to expect if they have the infection. Chlamydia symptoms usually appear between 1 and 3 weeks after exposure but may not emerge until much later. Chlamydia [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Although the sexually transmitted infection Chlamydia is now one of the most common of the diseases caused through sexual contact, few if any know what to look for or to expect if they have the infection. <a title="Chlamydia Symptoms" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/std-sti-testing/chlamydia">Chlamydia symptoms</a> usually appear between 1 and 3 weeks after exposure but may not emerge until much later. Chlamydia is known as the &lsquo;silent&rsquo; disease as in many people it produces no symptoms. It is estimated that 70-75% of women infected with Chlamydia have no symptoms and a significant proportion of men also have no symptoms. </p>
<p>Women may see an increase in vaginal discharge caused by an inflamed cervix, the need to urinate more frequently, or pain whilst passing urine. Men are more likely to notice Chlamydia symptoms than women; these can include a white or cloudy and watery discharge from the penis that may stain underwear and can cause a burning sensation and/or pain when passing urine. The only sure way to know if you have Chlamydia, or any other STD, is to have a test at one of the many <a title="STD Test Centres" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/">STD test centres</a> that are located throughout London and other major cities such as Manchester and Birmingham for example.</p>
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		<title>Sexually transmitted diseases</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:48:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sadly in the first decade of the 21st century the various risks connected with having sex have increased. The figures for HIV, chlamydia and gonorrhoea are all going up. This is almost entirely because so many people do not practice safe sex. The first thing to remember if you do not want to become infected [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sadly in the first decade of the 21st century the various risks connected with having sex have increased. The figures for HIV, <a title="Chlamydia Symptoms" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/page/chlamydia">chlamydia </a>and gonorrhoea are all going up. This is almost entirely because so many people do not practice safe sex. The first thing to remember if you do not want to become infected is to avoid casual sex. If you do have sex with someone who is not your regular, faithful partner use a condom throughout. Regrettably teenagers are now losing their virginity very young and frequently at an age where they don&rsquo;t have any idea about how to protect themselves against the unwanted consequences of sex. So inevitably, there are times when teenage love-making, instead of being beautiful and fulfilling, leads to disaster. </p>
<p>Most sexually transmitted diseases can be cured if they are diagnosed and treated in their early stages. The important thing to remember is to have an STD test particularly if you have sex with someone who is not your regular, faithful partner. There are <a title="STD and HIV Test Clinics" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/page/our-locations">STD test centres</a> in London and major cities such as Birmingham and Manchester, the test are carried out in complete confidence and the result given to you quickly. Contact your STD test centre today if you have any doubts, or are showing unusual symptoms following sexual contact.</p>
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		<title>Chlamydia is increasing in Birmingham</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2009 10:42:13 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Chlamydia]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[No city is immune form the sexually transmitted infection Chlamydia, and Birmingham is no exception. Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium chlamydia trachomatis. In the UK, the number of new diagnoses has been steadily increasing each year since the mid-1990s, and it has now become the most commonly diagnosed STI. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>No city is immune form the sexually transmitted infection Chlamydia, and Birmingham is no exception. Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium chlamydia trachomatis. In the UK, the number of new diagnoses has been steadily increasing each year since the mid-1990s, and it has now become the most commonly diagnosed STI.</p>
<p>Chlamydia is a serious disease and if left untreated can lead to Pelvic Inflammatory Disease in Women, Ectopic Pregnancy, Infertility, amongst others. Anyone in Birmingham can have a simple test at one of the three clinics, the City Centre, Solihull and Knowle and Edgbaston. The test is simple and the sooner it is diagnosed the quicker treatment can begin.</p>
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		<title>Chlamydia is still on the increase</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2009 19:03:49 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The number of cases of Chlamydia still continues to increase is spite of information that is put out to the public, particularly the young where the problem is the most worrying. Chlamydia is one of the most commonly reported sexually transmitted diseases (STD&#8217;s) which infects the urethra, rectum and the eyes of both sexes, as [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The number of cases of Chlamydia still continues to increase is spite of information that is put out to the public, particularly the young where the problem is the most worrying. <a title="Facts about Chlamydia" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/page/chlamydia">Chlamydia</a> is one of the most commonly reported sexually transmitted diseases (STD&rsquo;s) which infects the urethra, rectum and the eyes of both sexes, as well as the cervix in women. Chlamydia is transmitted through genital contact and sexual intercourse with a person already infected.</p>
<p>The STD Chlamydia is treatable but and like most infections the sooner a diagnosis is performed the quicker treatment can begin. Taking a test for Chlamydia is simple and quick, the result can be with you either by telephone or through the post and the test for Chlamydia and other STD&rsquo;s is undertaken in absolute confidence. There are many <a title="STD and HIV Tests" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/">STD test centres</a> in London and in other cities in the UK. If you know that you have had contact with someone who is already infected or are showing symptoms, such as vaginal discharge or watery discharge from the penis, should contact a test centre quickly so that treatment can begin.</p>
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		<title>Chlamydia screening fails to hit the target</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:01:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The government has set a target to have at least 17% of all young people screened for the STD Chlamydia which is still on the increase in the UK. It is now estimated that up to one in ten 15-24 year olds has the disease, double that of a decade ago. Figures reveal that as [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The government has set a target to have at least 17% of all young people screened for the STD <a title="Chlamydia Symptoms" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/page/chlamydia">Chlamydia </a>which is still on the increase in the UK. It is now estimated that up to one in ten 15-24 year olds has the disease, double that of a decade ago. Figures reveal that as few as 5% of young people have been tested for Chlamydia and health experts suggest that 35% is the figure that is needed if we are to prevent the disease from spreading.</p>
<p>Anyone who has any symptoms of Chlamydia or feels that they may have contracted the disease is urged to take an STD test straight away. The test can be undertaken in London and many centres throughout the UK including major cities such as Manchester and Birmingham. The test is completely confidential and the result will be given to you quickly, by &lsquo;phone, in person or by post. The sooner the result is with you, the earlier treatment can begin should you be suffering from the Chlamydia infection.</p>
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		<title>Basic Procedure for STD Testing</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2009 09:19:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sexually transmitted diseases are prevalent in the United Kingdom, making it important for a sexually active adult to have regular sexual checks to identify and diagnose STDs. There are several methods to test for sexually transmitted diseases, but the primary method is through a physical examination. Many STDs, such as genital herpes, syphilis or genital [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sexually transmitted diseases are prevalent in the United Kingdom, making it important for a sexually active adult to have regular sexual checks to identify and diagnose STDs. There are several methods to test for sexually transmitted diseases, but the primary method is through a physical examination. Many STDs, such as genital herpes, syphilis or genital warts can be detected by confidential physical examination at a local testing clinic in London and the provinces. </p>
<p>For example the testing of <a title="Chlamydia Symptoms" href="http://www.better2know.co.uk/page/chlamydia">Chlamydia</a>, gonorrhea, syphilis, Trichomonas Vaginalis, the HIV virus, genital warts and genital herpes require either blood, urine or cell samples to be taken and analyzed, Chlamydia can also be detected by&nbsp; a urine sample or a swab taken from the urethra, the cervix, rectum, throat or eye. All tests are carried out in complete confidentiality and the results will be with you quickly by unmarked post or by telephone if preferred.</p>
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		<title>Testing for Chlamydia is vital</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 25 May 2009 09:21:38 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chlamydia is the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease, and it can cause permanent damage to a woman&#8217;s reproductive system if left untreated. It&#8217;s caused by a bacterium that can take up residence in the cervix or the urethra (urinary canal). The infection can spread from the cervix to the fallopian tubes, and damage the uterus [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chlamydia is the most prevalent sexually transmitted disease, and it can cause permanent damage to a woman&#8217;s reproductive system if left untreated. It&#8217;s caused by a bacterium that can take up residence in the cervix or the urethra (urinary canal). The infection can spread from the cervix to the fallopian tubes, and damage the uterus in a condition called pelvic inflammatory disease, which affects about 40 percent of women who don&#8217;t seek treatment. </p>
<p>This is just one reason why young sexually active men and women should be tested regularly. There are numerous centres in cities around the UK that will carry out a test for Chlamydia and other STD&rsquo;s. The tests are quick and simple, they are carried out in modern up to date clinics and they are completely confidential, totally anonymous with results given very quickly. This is important because the sooner the result is known the quicker the infection can be treated and brought under control.</p>
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		<title>Chlamydia is difficult to spot</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2009 10:34:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Chlamydia is one of the most important preventable causes of infertility; sadly Chlamydia shows no symptoms in over 50% of people who have it and it is often difficult to tell whether you are infected. However, symptoms when they do show up can include burning or painful sensation when urinating for men and women. For [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chlamydia is one of the most important preventable causes of infertility; sadly Chlamydia shows no symptoms in over 50% of people who have it and it is often difficult to tell whether you are infected. However, symptoms when they do show up can include burning or painful sensation when urinating for men and women. For women, discharge or mucus coming out of the vagina, back pain, unusual pain during sex and bleeding between periods. Similarly for men discharge or mucus from the penis, inflamed testicles, or discomfort around the tip of the penis. </p>
<p>It is essential if you are experiencing any of these symptoms to take a test at one of the clinics that are centred in London and other major cities because if Chlamydia is left untreated, serious problems leading to permanent damage to the sexual organs resulting in infertility in both women and in men. Experts recommend annual Chlamydia screening for all sexually active females 25 and under and for women older than 25 with risk factors such as a new sex partner or multiple partners.</p>
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		<title>Testing for Chlamydia</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:05:51 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[You won&#8217;t know if you or one of your partners has it, because Chlamydia often has no symptoms but the infection can lead to serious health problems and is the leading cause of infertility. Of the people tested 1 in 10 find they are positive! If you have Chlamydia and it&#8217;s not treated, the infection [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You won&#8217;t know if you or one of your partners has it, because Chlamydia often has no symptoms but the infection can lead to serious health problems and is the leading cause of infertility. Of the people tested 1 in 10 find they are positive! If you have Chlamydia and it&rsquo;s not treated, the infection can spread in your body and can cause health problems. Not everyone who has Chlamydia will develop these complications, but the risk increases the more times you get infected with Chlamydia, this is a major reason why, if you are sexually active with multiple partners, you should be tested for Chlamydia.</p>
<p>Testing for Chlamydia in London or in the other major cities of the UK is easy and the test is carried out by professionals in complete confidence. The results will be back with you within one to two days and can be given by telephone, or by mail in discreet packing. Chlamydia can be treated but will lead to serious problems in both men and women if left untreated.</p>
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