STD Prevention Goals and Objectives
1.
Prevention is our Profession
Through informed alertness we want to assist people helping people to protect their
health.
The More You Know
Knowledge is power and what you don’t know can endanger, hurt, and even kill you.
Our primary objective is to prevent the spread of the incurable sexually transmitted
diseases (STDs) HIV/AIDS, Genital Herpes (HSV2), Hepatitis C, HPV, and Genital Warts.
To do this we have built an information storage and distribution system designed
to serve as a public early warning alert system for identifying human biological
hazards. Once these hazards are identified our network of
automated news feeds, integrated social
networking, widgets for webmasters,
and search engine friendly design has the
ability to distribute alerts in real time to any place on the internet that is linked
to our network. The 12 Step Record Removal Program
assures the accuracy of all public reports by making sure that no hazard remains
in the registry if they have passed a screening
for the STD that they have been reported as carrying.
Alertness Not Reluctance
Each sexually transmitted disease (STD) carrier alert is like a blip on a radar
screen that until thoroughly investigated should not be ignored. History has proven
this time and again. In one such incident a few guys sitting in a Hawaiian bunker
brushed off a series of blips as a random error only to find out the hard way that
it was really a bunch of hostile Asian men. Fortunately higher ups learned from
this mistake and were able to properly identify some suspicious vodka enthusiasts
loitering in the Caribbean before persuading them to pack up their red rockets and
go home. This lesson was forgotten as laziness replaced vigilance over time creating
easy access for camel jockeys to hijack our T.V. screens and fill them with images
of poor structural engineering. As those examples clearly show that it is better
to be safe than sorry and we will keep all unconfirmed blips on your screen so that
you know to swim carefully.
2.
Education
We want to educate the public about the facts, dangers, and myths about the transmission,
prevention, and treatment of STDs.
STD Symptoms and Treatment
STDs are transmitted by direct contact between mucous membranes, blood, and bodily
fluids that contain the biological agent. The type of agent is important because
it determines if the infection is or is not curable. Bacterial agents such as Syphilis,
Gonorrhea, and Chlamydia can be cured with antibiotics while viral agents such as
Genital Herpes (HSV2), Hepatitis C, HPV, Genital Warts, and HIV/AIDS are not curable,
but treatable.
HIV and AIDS
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome are by
far the most serious STDs. Once HIV turns into full blown AIDS your immune system
is basically shot, exposing you to a wide range of potentially deadly conditions
resulting from what a healthy person’s body would be able to fight off. These include
lymphoma and other cancers commonly referred to as "AIDS related cancers"
due to people with AIDS having a much higher infection rate than normal people.
HIV and AIDS can be treated with a collection of expensive anti-viral drugs commonly
known as an “AIDS Cocktail”.
Genital Herpes
Herpes Simples Virus 2 (HSV2) commonly known as Genital Herpes is quite common as
it is estimated that at least one in five American adults will become infected during
their lifetime. The severity of HSV2 can vary dramatically between individuals with
the worst cases being known to cause blisters, pimple like sores, and rashes in
both the oral and genital areas. On the other end of the spectrum some people show
little or no symptoms causing the infection to go undiagnosed with HSV2 outbreaks
mistaken for infected hairs, pimples, or jock itch. Genital Herpes is typically
treated with large anti-viral pills such as Valtrex and Acyclovir as well as topical
solutions.
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C (HCV) is a STD, but is typically contracted from blood transfusions
and the sharing if dirty needles (both syringes and tattoo needles). HCV attacks
the liver and has been known to lead to liver cancer, but usually is associated
with severe cirrhosis similar to that seen in chronic alcoholics. HCV can be treated
with antiviral medication as was the case with country singer
Naomi Judd, but due to irreversible liver damage many sufferers such as
singer Natalie Cole
and actor Larry Hagman
end up needing liver transplants.
HPV
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) typically shows no symptom in men, but causes cervical
cancer in women. There is no treatment for the virus itself, so tissue removal is
typically required if you body does not keep the infection out of control on its
own.
Genital Warts
Genital Warts are technically the result of HPV, but are listed in its own category
since there are several different types of HPV and many people with HPV don’t get
Genital Warts. Genital Warts like HPV tumors can only be removed by force if the
body does not kill them off on its own. Former Big Brother contestant
Mike Malin had this problem before getting them removed on an
episode of Dr. 90210.
STD Testing
Do you think that you might have an STD? Did someone report you as having a STD
that you don’t think you have? Getting tested for STDs is always a good thing to
do. Whether it be to disprove a rumor, get to the bottom of a suspicious growth,
or out of genuine courtesy for your partner, getting tested will help you know the
truth about your body, spread that truth to others, and fight the worst case scenario
with proper medical care.
HIV/AIDS Testing
HIV and AIDS can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. If the test detects antibodies
to HIV it means that your body has been infected and is fighting the infection.
HIV antibodies can typically be detected 2 to 6 months after the initial infection.
Genital Herpes Testing
HSV2 can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. If the blood test detects antibodies
to HSV2 it means that your body has been infected and is fighting the infection.
The incubation period for HSV2 can be as little as 7 to 10 days and as long as 1
to 3 months or longer.
Hepatitis C Testing
HCV can be detected with a simple blood test. If you test positive for antibodies
then you have HCV. HCV can be detected as little as 2 weeks after the initial infection.
HPV Testing
There is no blood test for HPV. HPV is typically detected by swabbing a suspicious
area and testing it for the virus. Women are usually diagnosed after a viral test
of the cervix and for men suspected anal cancer.
Genital Warts Testing
As a form of HPV Genital Warts has no blood test, but it is an easier form of HPV
to detect. Besides the obvious symptoms of warts in the genital area it is common
for small Genital Warts invisible to the human eye or in hard to find places to
be diagnosed by applying acetic acid to the suspected area. If Genital Warts are
present the acetic acid will change their color to a bright white.
STD Prevention Myths
Condoms Prevent STD Infections
A fully functional condom used properly dramatically reduces the risk of getting
a STD and is always a good idea. Unfortunately condoms can break during sex, have
manufacturing flaws invisible to the human eye, and in cases of some well endowed
men fail to cover the entire base of the penis.
No Symptoms = Not Contagious
Although you may have no visual symptoms you can still pass your STD to someone
else. This myth is especially common in when it comes to Genital Herpes in which
many people think that a lack of visual symptoms means that they are not contagious.
STD Prevention Facts
Condoms reduce the risk of getting infected.
Abstinence is the only guaranteed way to avoid STDs .
If you don’t have sex with STD carriers then they cannot infect you.
Selective abstinence allows you safely satisfy yourself.
3.
Protection of Civil Liberties and Personal Responsibility
We will protect your right to free speech and expect you to use it responsibly.
Civil Liberties
STD Carriers believes in freedom of expression and will protect your right to freedom
of speech in accordance with our Free Speech and
Privacy Policy. Without the ability to share both your factual knowledge
and opinions without censorship you can never be free.
Your Personal Responsibility
With great freedom comes great responsibility. As a user of this website you are
fully responsible for your actions just as you are anywhere. If you act like a jackass
then you will be thought of as one. Exercise restraint and discipline when making
statements. If you make false accusations of STD infections then you will not be
protected and we will do everything we can to expose you as a fraud in the most
pubic of ways.
4.
Awareness Raising Entertainment
No one likes a boring website and we are no exception. We want to provide you with
the most entertaining experience possible and have built several sections for entertaining
STD education.
Videos, Celebs, and Games
StDiVo
StDiVo started as a collection of
Herpes, HIV/AIDS,
Hepatitis, Genital Warts,
and HPV videos and has been expanded to include
categories for Dangerous Sex,
Safe Sex, Pandemic Plagues
and Miscellaneous things such as Grand Theft Auto (GTA IV),
Fallout 3, etc.
Celebrity Profiles
Celebrities exist for our entertainment and their STDs are no exception. Most of
our celebrity profiles contain original artwork in the form of parody and videos
featuring the profiled star.
Free Games
We have a free flash gaming arcade featuring Jake’s Booty Call,
Classic Console/Arcade, and other fun flash games.
News, Posters, Shirts, Threats, Rants, and Raves
STD Health News
The STD News Portal features a fully searchable
database of news articles collected from our original works and third party sites.
STD Posters
Our collection of VD Propaganda Posters
includes modern works such as our original STD Carriers posters and historical works
produced by various government agencies.
STD Shirts
The STD shirts section includes a variety
of affordable clothing that advocates for safe sex and STD prevention.
Threats, Rants, and Raves
This website has gotten a lot of attention that has included
legal threats, compliments,
and a large amount of humorous ranting
by people who freaked out when they learned of its existence. Notable
Threats, Rants, and Raves are posted for your entertainment.
Conclusion
It is our goal that by promoting the sharing of information that we can ultimately
protect you health from dangerous diseases while protecting your civil liberties
and providing quality entertainment.