When we talk about safe sex, most people immediately think of condoms, and while they’re important, true sexual safety involves so much more. At Whispa, we want women to feel informed, empowered, and protected in every aspect of their sexual and reproductive health. Whether you’re sexually active or just want to understand your body better,… Read More »Safe Sex Isn’t Just Condoms: 5 Things Every Woman Should Know
Tobi felt perfectly fine. No itching. No discharge. No pain. Just a regular day in his body until a routine test flipped everything upside down. He had an STI. And he didn’t even know. The Silent Spread of STIs Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) often come with a dangerous companion: silence. Many STIs, including chlamydia, gonorrhea,… Read More »I Had No Symptoms, But I Tested Positive. Why Regular STI Testing Could Save Your Health
James and his friends go out to their regular spot down the street to smoke a few joints. In an average week, James would smoke an average of eight (8) packs. This has been James’ routine for years. His wife has been complaining about his poor performance and how their sex life is just not… Read More »Can Smoking Affect Men’s Sex Life?
Immunization is one of the most effective public health interventions, saving millions of lives each year. However, despite its proven benefits, myths and misinformation about vaccines continue to spread. In this post, we’ll debunk some of the most common myths about immunization and provide you with the facts you need to make informed decisions about… Read More »Myths and Facts About Immunization
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a time dedicated to highlighting the critical role vaccines play in protecting our health. Immunization is a crucial component of public health that shields individuals and communities from infectious diseases. This blog post explores the benefits of vaccines, how they work, and why staying up-to-date on immunizations is essential… Read More »The Importance of Immunization
Sexual health is a vital aspect of overall well-being, yet it’s often surrounded by STI myths and misconceptions. Here, we debunk some of the most common myths with expert insights. Myth: Condoms are 100% effective against STIs. Fact: While condoms greatly reduce the risk, they are not 100% effective. It’s important to combine safe sex… Read More »Top 10 Myths About Sexual Health & STI Debunked
HEPATITIS DIAGNOSIS In order to properly treat hepatitis, it is important to comprehend its cause. To properly identify your problem, doctors will go with a battery of testing. Your doctor will first conduct a medical history to identify any risk factors for you before making a diagnosis of any kind of hepatitis. During a physical… Read More »Hepatitis: Explained (Part Two)
Hepatitis can be said to be an inflammation of the Liver. It might be brought on by a virus, drinking alcohol, having certain medical problems, or even certain drugs. Treatment options differ according to the type and underlying reason. Hepatitis is the term for a liver inflammatory disease. Hepatitis can have different origins, however viral… Read More »Hepatitis: Explained (Part One)
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are spread predominantly by unprotected sexual contact. Some STIs can also be transmitted during pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and through infected blood or blood products. STIs have a profound impact on health. Without much ado, here are the five most common STIs; Syphilis, the sailor Syphilis was once associated with lusty sailors… Read More »5 Most Common STIs
