If you have been paying attention, you have likely heard of the rising concern surrounding vaping. Over the past few months, it seems like a new case of … Read more about New Info Emerges on Cause of Vaping Incidents
Update on Gardasil Vaccination
Most strains of Human Papillomavirus (HPV) that cause cancer and warts can be prevented by receiving Gardasil, a simple three-step vaccination. Previously, … Read more about Update on Gardasil Vaccination
Hepatitis A Outbreak: What You Need to Know
What is Hepatitis A? Hepatitis A is a viral liver disease that can cause mild to severe illness. Symptoms can range from nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, … Read more about Hepatitis A Outbreak: What You Need to Know
The Thought that Vaping is Safer than Smoking is Now Up in Smoke
At least 215 cases of severe lung disease associated with vaping have been reported. This has resulted in the both the FDA and CDC issuing releases warning … Read more about The Thought that Vaping is Safer than Smoking is Now Up in Smoke
Dr. Gurley Sets the Record Straight on Anal Cancer Screening, STIs and more
There is some misinformation about our practice regarding screening and treatment of HPV-related anal disease that is floating around on social media. This … Read more about Dr. Gurley Sets the Record Straight on Anal Cancer Screening, STIs and more
PrEP 2.0: How Will It Change Things?
Update: FDA approved Descovy for PrEP on October 3, 2019. You may have heard there's now another medication on the market that can be used for HIV … Read more about PrEP 2.0: How Will It Change Things?
An Injectable HIV Med?
Maybe you've heard, maybe you haven't, but injectable HIV drugs are the next big thing in HIV treatment. VIIV pharmaceuticals has been working on a combination … Read more about An Injectable HIV Med?
Is Anonymous STI Notification Sending the Wrong Message?
I recently had a patient come into the office for STI (sexually transmitted infection) testing because he had received an anonymous text message alerting him … Read more about Is Anonymous STI Notification Sending the Wrong Message?