Q&A: UNCs Webster-Cyriaque Discusses qPCR Assay for Common HPV Types in Genital, Oral Tissue

Clinical researchers from the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill School have developed a nested, quantitative PCR assay to specifically detect four of the most common types of disease-associated human papillomavirus and generally detect any HPV type from both genital and oral tissues.

Reality of STDs unavoidable

Subject: Crimelog- Author: Brandi Panter- Published: Friday, September 03, 2010

The Signpost - Are STDs on WSU campus?

Many colleges across the United States have built sexual reputations for themselves. At Weber State University, however, such a reputation has not been created.

Ob-Gyns Recommend HPV Vaccination For Young Girls

Girls ages 11 to 12 should receive either of the two FDA-approved vaccines to prevent cervical cancer, ideally before they become sexually active, according to The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. In its recommendations issued today, The College emphasizes that routine Pap screening is still necessary for all women beginning at age 21, including those who have had the ...

CTI announces EMEA's validation of expanded PIP for pixantrone

Cell Therapeutics, Inc. announced today that it has received notice that the European Medicines Agency has validated the expanded Pediatric Investigation Plan that CTI filed in July for pixantrone for the treatment of relapsed or refractory, aggressive non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (NHL).

Why sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise for those 45 and older

Safe sex message doesn't apply only to teens.