Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
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june 12th
My Key Terms
STD- Sexually transmitted disease ( can be treated )
STI- Sexually transmitted Infections ( can not be treated)
Genital Warts- warts occurring in the genital and anal areas and spread mainly by sexual contact, sometimes affecting the cervix in women and associated with an increased risk of cervical cancer.
HPV- (human papillomavirus) Any of various strains of papovavirus that cause warts, especially of the hands, feet, and genitals, with some strains believed to be a causative factor in cancer of the cervix, vagina, and vulva.
Herpes- Any of several viral diseases causing the eruption of small blister like vesicles on the skin or mucous membranes, especially herpes simplex or herpes zoster.
Awareness- having knowledge; conscious; cognizant: aware of danger.
Symposium- a meeting or conference for the discussion of some subject, esp. a meeting at which several speakers talk on or discuss a topic before an audience.
Abstinence- any self-restraint, self-denial, or forbearance.
Prevention- the act of preventing; effectual hindrance.
Treatment- an act or manner of treating.