Herpes / HPV
Out of the 100+ known types of herpes viruses, how many routinely infect humans?
8 different subtype herpes viruses
True or False - You can get vaccinated to protect against gonorrhea.
False
Syphilis is a type of which infection (viral, bacterial, fungal)?
Bacterial infection
Which organ does hepatitis affect the human body?
Which body system does HIV take over and use to attack the body?
The immune system
Human papillomavirus, otherwise known as HPV, is a common virus that can cause cervical cancer. How often and starting at what age is it recommended to get screened for HPV?
25 years old and every 3-5 years
Generally speaking, how is gonorrhea commonly treated?
Antibiotics
What is the most common treatment for syphilis?
Penicillin
Hepatitis is a type of which infection (viral, bacterial, fungal)?
Viral infection
How long after possible exposure from HIV can a positive (reactive) result appear on a test?
3-6 months
Out of every 7 people in Canada, how many on average have herpes?
1 out of 7 people
Gonorrhea can often present without symptoms, but which conditions in folks with vaginas is gonorrhea often mistaken for?
Bladder or vaginal infection
In 2021, the rate of infectious syphilis was _ times higher than the rate reported in 2012.
Five
Out of every 4 people, how many are likely to clear Hepatitis C spontaneously on their own?
1 in 4 people
What is PEP and PrEP shorthand for?
Post-exposure prophylaxis and Pre-exposure prophylaxis
True or False - HPV can cause cancer.
True
How long can it take to have a positive (reactive) test after possible exposure?
Up to 6 months
What are some of the symptoms that indicate untreated syphilis?
Neuralgic (brain and nerve) and eye problems
True or False - Hepatitis C can be transmitted between people through sharing/exchanging substance use equipment
True
What year did Manitoba began providing 100% coverage for HIV medications?
There are _ types of genital herpes. What are they called?
Two types: HSV-1 and HSV-2
Gonorrhea is the _ most common bacterial STI in Canada.
Second
What is the name of the antibiotic commonly used to prevent syphilis and other bacterial STIs?
Doxycycline
What is the condition that occurs as a result of chronic Hepatitis C?
Cirrhosis (scarring of the liver)
What does U=U mean?
Undetectable = Untransmittable