"What you give is what you get"
I always believe in those words. When you do something bad, Ms. Karma the Bitch will come and get you. But what if we've done our best to do good deeds but bad things keep happening? Shall we keep doing?
What if we get betrayed again and again by our loved ones (lover/friends/family)? Shall we stop trusting?
What if the people we love keep walking away? Shall we continue loving?
I've just learned another lesson in life that hopefully will make me wiser (in my own way). The incident was not bad enough to make me feel stupid about myself, but I guess it kinda hurt a bit and it's woken me up to be more selective in letting people to be close friends.
The first betrayal I got was when I was 5, my dad left our family broke. We had to move to the ghetto for few years and took care of the house when my mom was working. It wasn't bad at all, I'd got caring people around me who really took care of us. We protected each other, no matter how difficult the situation was. This experience taught me to respect people not because of their financial/social status, but for who they are and their hearts, and to be thankful for what I've got. If my dad didn't leave us, I'd probably have grown up as a spoiled little girl. Has this experience made me bitter and decided not to trust anyone? Well, in some ways, yes. I practically grew up by myself, I learned things from what happened around me, and most of them were really harsh. Betrayals, abusive mom's ex boyfriends, fights, wounds, scars, fears, tears. And I survived them all. So as you see now, I've been molded to be a tough, and sometimes harsh kid.
But I guess, we can't stop loving. Because we all want to be loved. We just need to get more and more selective each day. And about trust, well it's up to you. If you want to trust, be very careful. See it this way: don't give all your trust. Always leave a room for yourself. It is yourself that matters, the rest can follow.
Because at the end of the day, you only have yourself to rely on, but you're not alone :)
Friday, December 3, 2010
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
THE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF MAN LAWS
1: Under no circumstances may two men share an umbrella.
2: It is OK for a man to cry ONLY under the following circumstances:
(a) When a heroic dog dies to save its master.
(b) The moment Angelina Jolie starts unbuttoning her Blouse.
(c) After wrecking your boss's car.
(d) When she is using her teeth.
3: Any man who brings a camera to a stag night may be legally killed and eaten by his friends.
4: If you've known a guy for more than 24 hours, his sister is off limits forever unless you actually marry her.
5:Moaning about the brand of free beer in a mate's fridge is forbidden.
However complain at will if the temperature is unsuitable.
6: No man shall ever be required to buy a birthday present for another man. In fact, even remembering your mate's birthday is strictly optional. At that point, you must celebrate at a strip bar of the birthday boy's choice.
7: In the mini-bus, the strongest bladder determines pit stops, not the weakest.
8: When stumbling upon other blokes watching a sporting event, you may ask the score of the game in progress, but you may never ask whose playing.
9: You may fart in front of a woman only after you have brought her to climax. If you trap her head under the covers for the purpose of flatulent entertainment (commonly known as a Dutch oven), she's
officially your girlfriend.
10: It is permissible to drink a fruity alcohol drink only when you're sunning on a tropical beach ... and it's delivered by a topless model and only when it's free.
11: Only in situations of moral and/or physical peril are you allowed to kick another guy in the nuts.
12: Unless you're in prison, never fight naked.
13:Friends don't let friends wear Speedos. Ever. Issue closed.
14: If a man's fly is down, that's his problem, you didn't see anything.
15: Women who claim they "love to watch sports" must be treated as spies until they demonstrate knowledge of the game and the ability to drink as much as the other sports watchers.
16: A man in the company of a hot, suggestively dressed woman must remain sober enough to fight.
17: Never hesitate to reach for the last beer or the last slice of pizza, but not both, that's just greedy.
18: If you compliment a guy on his six-pack, you'd better be talking about his choice of beer.
19: Never join your girlfriend or wife in discussing a friend of yours, except if she's withholding sex pending your response.
20: Never talk to a man in a bathroom unless you are on equal footing i.e., both urinating, both waiting in line, etc. For all other situations, an almost imperceptible nod is all the conversation you need.
21: Never allow a telephone conversation with a woman to go on longer than you are able to have sex with her. Keep a stopwatch by the phone.
Hang up if necessary.
22: The morning after you and a girl who was formerly "just a friend" have carnal, drunken monkey sex. The fact that you're feeling weird and guilty is no reason for you not to nail each other again before the discussion occurs about what a big mistake it was.
23: It is acceptable for you to drive her car. It is not acceptable for her to drive yours.
24: Thou shall not buy a car in the colours of brown, pink, lime, green, orange or sky blue.
25: The girl who replies to the question "What do you want for Christmas?" with "If you loved me, you'd know what I want!" gets an Xbox 360 End of story.
26: There is no reason for guys to watch Ice Skating or Men's Gymnastics. Ever.
27: We've all heard about people having guts or balls. But do you really know the difference between them? In an effort to keep you informed, the definition of each is listed below:
"GUTS" is arriving home late after a night out with the guys, being assaulted by your wife with a broom, and having the guts to say, "are you still cleaning or are you flying somewhere?"
"BALLS" is coming home late after a night out with the guys smelling of perfume and beer, lipstick on your collar, slapping your wife square on the ass and having the balls to say, "You're next fatty!"
I hope this clears up any confusion,
The International Council of Man Laws
2: It is OK for a man to cry ONLY under the following circumstances:
(a) When a heroic dog dies to save its master.
(b) The moment Angelina Jolie starts unbuttoning her Blouse.
(c) After wrecking your boss's car.
(d) When she is using her teeth.
3: Any man who brings a camera to a stag night may be legally killed and eaten by his friends.
4: If you've known a guy for more than 24 hours, his sister is off limits forever unless you actually marry her.
5:Moaning about the brand of free beer in a mate's fridge is forbidden.
However complain at will if the temperature is unsuitable.
6: No man shall ever be required to buy a birthday present for another man. In fact, even remembering your mate's birthday is strictly optional. At that point, you must celebrate at a strip bar of the birthday boy's choice.
7: In the mini-bus, the strongest bladder determines pit stops, not the weakest.
8: When stumbling upon other blokes watching a sporting event, you may ask the score of the game in progress, but you may never ask whose playing.
9: You may fart in front of a woman only after you have brought her to climax. If you trap her head under the covers for the purpose of flatulent entertainment (commonly known as a Dutch oven), she's
officially your girlfriend.
10: It is permissible to drink a fruity alcohol drink only when you're sunning on a tropical beach ... and it's delivered by a topless model and only when it's free.
11: Only in situations of moral and/or physical peril are you allowed to kick another guy in the nuts.
12: Unless you're in prison, never fight naked.
13:Friends don't let friends wear Speedos. Ever. Issue closed.
14: If a man's fly is down, that's his problem, you didn't see anything.
15: Women who claim they "love to watch sports" must be treated as spies until they demonstrate knowledge of the game and the ability to drink as much as the other sports watchers.
16: A man in the company of a hot, suggestively dressed woman must remain sober enough to fight.
17: Never hesitate to reach for the last beer or the last slice of pizza, but not both, that's just greedy.
18: If you compliment a guy on his six-pack, you'd better be talking about his choice of beer.
19: Never join your girlfriend or wife in discussing a friend of yours, except if she's withholding sex pending your response.
20: Never talk to a man in a bathroom unless you are on equal footing i.e., both urinating, both waiting in line, etc. For all other situations, an almost imperceptible nod is all the conversation you need.
21: Never allow a telephone conversation with a woman to go on longer than you are able to have sex with her. Keep a stopwatch by the phone.
Hang up if necessary.
22: The morning after you and a girl who was formerly "just a friend" have carnal, drunken monkey sex. The fact that you're feeling weird and guilty is no reason for you not to nail each other again before the discussion occurs about what a big mistake it was.
23: It is acceptable for you to drive her car. It is not acceptable for her to drive yours.
24: Thou shall not buy a car in the colours of brown, pink, lime, green, orange or sky blue.
25: The girl who replies to the question "What do you want for Christmas?" with "If you loved me, you'd know what I want!" gets an Xbox 360 End of story.
26: There is no reason for guys to watch Ice Skating or Men's Gymnastics. Ever.
27: We've all heard about people having guts or balls. But do you really know the difference between them? In an effort to keep you informed, the definition of each is listed below:
"GUTS" is arriving home late after a night out with the guys, being assaulted by your wife with a broom, and having the guts to say, "are you still cleaning or are you flying somewhere?"
"BALLS" is coming home late after a night out with the guys smelling of perfume and beer, lipstick on your collar, slapping your wife square on the ass and having the balls to say, "You're next fatty!"
I hope this clears up any confusion,
The International Council of Man Laws
Saturday, March 28, 2009
If I were God
If I were God...
I'd be so pissed off with you, you're blaming me for all your troubles and misfortunes. Thinking that I'd been testing you... Next time use your fucking brain so terrible things won't happen to you again.
If I were God...
Do you really think I made all the natural disasters that has happened? Well fuck you, it's nature's reaction to your stupid actions you ungrateful pigs. The flood, the forest fire, the global warming... Do you really think I intend to destroy planet earth that I created?
If I were God...
I'd be so annoyed to be called like 5 times a day, or once every sunday, by 6 billions of people in this world just to hear their nonsense and complaints and praises just to know that they gonna do the same awful things the next day on purpose. Only do it if you really mean it. Don't play with me.
If I were God...
I'd be so angry because you lie and kill IN MY NAME. Since when do I allow you to commit crimes using my name as your foundation? Use your own fucking name you retards.
If I were God,
I wouldn't want you to shout out my names so many times in your political campaigns. Your greed for power and money has nothing to do with me.
If I were God...
But I'm not
So don't complain.
Saturday, March 7, 2009
PLAYING VICTIM
The role of Victim (the 'poor me' attitude) is something I loathe the most.
And I'm talking about those hardcore, serious, self-victimizing bunch of cunts.
Below are the reasons why:
1. People who play this role automatically gain self-worth. Follow this reasoning closely: as victims, they are the ones to whom injustice is being done. Thus, the others are incorrect, not okay, wrong in what they do and consequently the 'victims' are okay, good and right. They want the people around to see that the 'victims' are worthy and we are not.
For many of those pathetic people, who lack sufficient self-esteem, this is a way they can establish their self-worth, by being the victims of others' wrong doings.
2. As 'victims', they can play on the others' pity and guilt. When we are angry with them, they will try diminish our rage and aggression by appearing weak and abused.
3. When they want something from us, they will play on our guilt, by making us look responsible for their unhappiness or their problems.
4. They, as 'victims', are not responsible for their own reality and thus not to blame if them or their lives are not as they would like them to be. They have an excuse for not being okay or manifesting their potential.
Thus, as victims, they gain what they want from the others, by making other people feel responsible for these people's reality, and by believing that they are weak, incapable and in need of help.
When confronted with loved ones who are playing the role of victim, YOU need to free yourselves from the illusion that you are responsible for their reality or that you can create their happiness, health or success in life. IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT THAT THEY ARE WEAK. YOU can love and support them with all heart, but you CAN'T create THEIR happiness, health or success. Only they can do that.
You need to express your love to them in ways that they can feel it, without getting caught up in feeling responsible or guilty for their reality. This requires a combination of love, effective communication and clarity of mind. If you are a nice person, maybe you can help them find another way of getting what they need. Away free from self-pity and unnecessary suffering.
But remember: IT'S NOT YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
If you have tried your best and they still choose to wallow in their so-called misery, I suggest you to dump your friends/lover right away. You don't need another burden in life. It means they do not appreciate you and most probably just using you.
When we serve someone a fish, we feed them once. When we teach them to fish, we feed them for a lifetime.
And I'm talking about those hardcore, serious, self-victimizing bunch of cunts.
Below are the reasons why:
1. People who play this role automatically gain self-worth. Follow this reasoning closely: as victims, they are the ones to whom injustice is being done. Thus, the others are incorrect, not okay, wrong in what they do and consequently the 'victims' are okay, good and right. They want the people around to see that the 'victims' are worthy and we are not.
For many of those pathetic people, who lack sufficient self-esteem, this is a way they can establish their self-worth, by being the victims of others' wrong doings.
2. As 'victims', they can play on the others' pity and guilt. When we are angry with them, they will try diminish our rage and aggression by appearing weak and abused.
3. When they want something from us, they will play on our guilt, by making us look responsible for their unhappiness or their problems.
4. They, as 'victims', are not responsible for their own reality and thus not to blame if them or their lives are not as they would like them to be. They have an excuse for not being okay or manifesting their potential.
Thus, as victims, they gain what they want from the others, by making other people feel responsible for these people's reality, and by believing that they are weak, incapable and in need of help.
When confronted with loved ones who are playing the role of victim, YOU need to free yourselves from the illusion that you are responsible for their reality or that you can create their happiness, health or success in life. IT IS NOT YOUR FAULT THAT THEY ARE WEAK. YOU can love and support them with all heart, but you CAN'T create THEIR happiness, health or success. Only they can do that.
You need to express your love to them in ways that they can feel it, without getting caught up in feeling responsible or guilty for their reality. This requires a combination of love, effective communication and clarity of mind. If you are a nice person, maybe you can help them find another way of getting what they need. Away free from self-pity and unnecessary suffering.
But remember: IT'S NOT YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
If you have tried your best and they still choose to wallow in their so-called misery, I suggest you to dump your friends/lover right away. You don't need another burden in life. It means they do not appreciate you and most probably just using you.
When we serve someone a fish, we feed them once. When we teach them to fish, we feed them for a lifetime.
Thursday, February 19, 2009
HELP
My heart is beating faster
My hands are cold
My tongue's frozen
Shivers have changed into numbness
I cannot move
I cannot scream
Tears in my eyes
I cannot believe what I see...
THERE'S A LIZARD IN MY ROOOOOMMMMMM!!!! AAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! @_@
My hands are cold
My tongue's frozen
Shivers have changed into numbness
I cannot move
I cannot scream
Tears in my eyes
I cannot believe what I see...
THERE'S A LIZARD IN MY ROOOOOMMMMMM!!!! AAAAAHHHHHHHHHH!!!!! @_@
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Four weddings and only one funeral????
The rainy season has begun and so is the wedding season (I still don't get the correlation between rainy season and weddings). Anyways, I'm bored to the skull, so let's talk about something. The topic of the day is... *hear the drums* : MARRIAGE (ta-daaaaa)
Okay I know this is a boring topic, but what the fuck man, this is my page so you better deal with it. Anyhoo, I've got 3 weddings invitations already, and I might not be attending any of them. I don't like crowds in weddings and having to answer when is my turn.
When asked question like that I answer: when the couple over there get divorced.
It usually ruins the cheers, so I think I better stay quiet at home. And the food at the weddings are usually of standard taste anyway. Plus, I can't eat that much when my lips are smudged with lipstick and the dress is too damn tight.
Everytime my friends got married, I ask them WHY? And the answers are usually... (from the most frequent answers)
1. We've been together for way too long
-This usually followed by another question: AND??
2. He proposed
-Another AND question, followed by "Well do you love him that much?". The answer is usually "Well.. I guess so. Err, I mean I do".
3. My parents want me to
-I understand that we must respect our parents. But I believe we get to choose our own happiness. If your parents told you to eat shit would you do it too?
4. I love him/her
-Now this is the answer I want to hear. Good for you if this is your reason to get married.
5. I'm pregnant
-I pity you. We live in a modern world where scientists have found condoms and other birth control methods to minimize the spread of diseases (talking about condoms here) and the possibility of getting preggers. Where the fuck do you live? Jungle?
*it's a different story if the condoms leaked. I mean at least you tried to be safe ;)
6. I'm getting old
-So are the rest of the world. And this is just the lamest excuse. Afraid of peer pressure? For crying out loud we're not in high school anymore.
I can go on and on, but let's just stop the counting right here. It's getting boring.
Anyways, I see friends getting married and divorced. It makes me shake my head in despair *well, not really*. Why would you get married if you know you and/or your partner aren't ready for this?
I see too many couples hurting each other and fighting for child custody. I come from a broken home and I know how difficult it is for the kids. Respect the commitment.
And if it has to end after all the efforts... Well, people fail sometime, at least you tried your best.
This is why I like funerals better. Why?.
1. I don't have to dress up and no makeup/high heels needed. The more I look non-fashionable the more the mourners feel respected.
2. I don't have to queue for the food. And to think of it, it's good for my diet. I mean, how could someone eat when tears are flowing and misery is clogging one's throat. Imagine if I go to those weddings with their cholesterol and uric acid loaded food (I don't even have the courage to weigh myself nowadays).
3. I don't have to give red envelopes. Flowers are much more suitable because there is no "with all respect, we do not accept gifts nor flowers" sentence like in the wedding invitations.
4. I don't have to smile and say hi to strangers.
5. No one ever asked me when is my turn.
6. After the funeral, I go home with a prayer and a smile, knowing that the deceased is now finally at peace. Not guessing and betting with like-minded friends about how long the marriage gonna last.
Okay don't complain about my cynicism. I am having hormonal imbalance due to PMS, so I have all the rights in the world to do whatever I want :P
Ps: If you're offended after reading this, I can only say... who the fuck told you to read? Muahahahaha!
Okay I know this is a boring topic, but what the fuck man, this is my page so you better deal with it. Anyhoo, I've got 3 weddings invitations already, and I might not be attending any of them. I don't like crowds in weddings and having to answer when is my turn.
When asked question like that I answer: when the couple over there get divorced.
It usually ruins the cheers, so I think I better stay quiet at home. And the food at the weddings are usually of standard taste anyway. Plus, I can't eat that much when my lips are smudged with lipstick and the dress is too damn tight.
Everytime my friends got married, I ask them WHY? And the answers are usually... (from the most frequent answers)
1. We've been together for way too long
-This usually followed by another question: AND??
2. He proposed
-Another AND question, followed by "Well do you love him that much?". The answer is usually "Well.. I guess so. Err, I mean I do".
3. My parents want me to
-I understand that we must respect our parents. But I believe we get to choose our own happiness. If your parents told you to eat shit would you do it too?
4. I love him/her
-Now this is the answer I want to hear. Good for you if this is your reason to get married.
5. I'm pregnant
-I pity you. We live in a modern world where scientists have found condoms and other birth control methods to minimize the spread of diseases (talking about condoms here) and the possibility of getting preggers. Where the fuck do you live? Jungle?
*it's a different story if the condoms leaked. I mean at least you tried to be safe ;)
6. I'm getting old
-So are the rest of the world. And this is just the lamest excuse. Afraid of peer pressure? For crying out loud we're not in high school anymore.
I can go on and on, but let's just stop the counting right here. It's getting boring.
Anyways, I see friends getting married and divorced. It makes me shake my head in despair *well, not really*. Why would you get married if you know you and/or your partner aren't ready for this?
I see too many couples hurting each other and fighting for child custody. I come from a broken home and I know how difficult it is for the kids. Respect the commitment.
And if it has to end after all the efforts... Well, people fail sometime, at least you tried your best.
This is why I like funerals better. Why?.
1. I don't have to dress up and no makeup/high heels needed. The more I look non-fashionable the more the mourners feel respected.
2. I don't have to queue for the food. And to think of it, it's good for my diet. I mean, how could someone eat when tears are flowing and misery is clogging one's throat. Imagine if I go to those weddings with their cholesterol and uric acid loaded food (I don't even have the courage to weigh myself nowadays).
3. I don't have to give red envelopes. Flowers are much more suitable because there is no "with all respect, we do not accept gifts nor flowers" sentence like in the wedding invitations.
4. I don't have to smile and say hi to strangers.
5. No one ever asked me when is my turn.
6. After the funeral, I go home with a prayer and a smile, knowing that the deceased is now finally at peace. Not guessing and betting with like-minded friends about how long the marriage gonna last.
Okay don't complain about my cynicism. I am having hormonal imbalance due to PMS, so I have all the rights in the world to do whatever I want :P
Ps: If you're offended after reading this, I can only say... who the fuck told you to read? Muahahahaha!
don't bring your disease home!
10 FACTS ON SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS :
1. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are mostly spread from one infected person to another through sexual intercourse. Some infections may also be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy and childbirth. Another way that infections are passed on is through the sharing of blood products or tissue transfers. Some diseases caused by STIs include syphilis, AIDS and cervical cancer
2. STIs often exist without symptoms, particularly in women. Thus, men and women with sexual partners who have STI symptoms should seek care regardless of a lack of signs. Whenever an infection is diagnosed or suspected, effective treatment should be provided promptly to avoid complications
3. STIs disproportionately affect women and adolescent girls. Every year, one in 20 adolescent girls gets a bacterial infection through sexual contact, and the age at which infections are acquired is becoming younger and younger. Improving awareness and knowledge of STIs and how to prevent them among adolescents should be part of all sexual health education and services
4. Sexually transmitted infections are important causes of Fallopian tube damage that lead to infertility in women. Between 10% and 40% of women with untreated chlamydial infections develop symptomatic pelvic inflammatory disease. Post-infection damage of the Fallopian tubes is responsible for 30% to 40% of female infertility cases
5. In pregnancy, untreated early syphilis is responsible for 1 in 4 stillbirths and 14% of neonatal (newborn) deaths. About 4% to 15% of pregnant women in Africa test positive for syphilis. Interventions to more effectively screen pregnant women for syphilis and prevent mother-to-child transmission of the disease could prevent an estimated 492 000 stillbirths per year in Africa alone
6. One of the most deadly sexually transmitted infections is the human papilloma virus (HPV). Virtually all cervical cancer cases are linked to genital infection with the virus. Cancer of the cervix is the second most common cancer in women, with about 500 000 new cases and 250 000 deaths each year. The new vaccine that prevents the infection could reduce these cervical cancer-related deaths
7. When used properly and consistently, condoms are one of the most effective methods of protection against STIs, including HIV infection. Although the female condom is effective and safe, it is not as widely used in national programmes because of its higher cost when compared to male condoms
8. The partner notification process, which is an integral part of STI care, informs sexual partners of patients about their exposure to infection so that they can seek disease screening and treatment. Partner notification can prevent reinfection and reduce the wider spread of infections.
9. Social or economic conditions, and some sexual behaviours increase a person's vulnerability to STIs. Populations most-at-risk for sexually transmitted infections vary from setting to setting, depending on local culture and practices. Interventions to prevent and care for STIs should be intensified for such populations, while ensuring that services minimize potential stigmatization and discrimination
10. A global strategy to accelerate prevention and control of STIs was developed by WHO through broad consultation among Member States and partners, and then endorsed by the World Health Assembly in May 2006. To build momentum and effectiveness, the 10-year plan includes technical and advocacy components that can be adapted for use around the world.
source: http://www.who.int/features/factfiles/sexually_transmitted_diseases/en/
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I will not use any sarcasm on what I’m gonna write next. So if any of you feel offended, I honestly think that is caused by your own idiocy.
If you decide to have sex with more than one person, I strongly suggest you to protect yourself and the world by using the rubber dick gloves known as condoms. Of course you idiots know what condoms are. You've seen it on TV, magazine, you even bought them out of curiosity and blew em into balloons. Of course you tried it on yourself or to your partner. And of course you kept it in your wallet, so your friends would say "Hey, this dude/chick is so cool, s/he has a condom in her/his wallet".
But, has it ever crossed your mindless head, that even 1 minute of pleasure can cause damage to someone else's life? Have you ever thought about what you did, is causing statistics?
Of course not. All you ever cared about was yourself... Until you find yourself have the STIs.
Do you think that the term 'sexually' means it will just affect your genital? I'm sorry, but you are completely wrong. For instance, Syphilis can cause nerves damage. And cervical cell cancers will get together with your brain cells too. So you, educated women who are embarassed to see the gynaecologists just because you're afraid of what other people might think about you... Well, other people will probably just think that you're a whore, nothing more than that. That is nothing compared to the possibility of getting a cervical cancer if you don't do routine PAP smear after your first intercourse.
Many people still think that HIV is the only deadly virus that is incurable. Well, next time you browse the internet, read news sites instead of porn sites for a change.
Now, how do we prevent the transmission of these diseases?
Stick with one partner whom you can trust.
Do not have sex unless you are sure that you and your partner are clean. Pretty hard to do eh? I know. But guess what, we have laboratories! Yay!
But variation is the spice of life... Fine, do whatever you want, just remember, protect yourself and other people. I don't care if you decide to harm yourself. It's your decision, you had your options. Just please, do not involve other people's lives.
But what if it was an emergency case? Ooh, now we have 24 hours, 7 days a week Circle K...
What if it was a drunk-call? Well, be selective with people you drink with.
PS: Thank you so much for reading my note, I hope this will open your mind and help ourselves and others in preventing the transmission of the diseases. Sorry for crushing your ego, but sometimes we all need to be slapped to understand the situation. Peace and love.
1. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are mostly spread from one infected person to another through sexual intercourse. Some infections may also be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy and childbirth. Another way that infections are passed on is through the sharing of blood products or tissue transfers. Some diseases caused by STIs include syphilis, AIDS and cervical cancer
2. STIs often exist without symptoms, particularly in women. Thus, men and women with sexual partners who have STI symptoms should seek care regardless of a lack of signs. Whenever an infection is diagnosed or suspected, effective treatment should be provided promptly to avoid complications
3. STIs disproportionately affect women and adolescent girls. Every year, one in 20 adolescent girls gets a bacterial infection through sexual contact, and the age at which infections are acquired is becoming younger and younger. Improving awareness and knowledge of STIs and how to prevent them among adolescents should be part of all sexual health education and services
4. Sexually transmitted infections are important causes of Fallopian tube damage that lead to infertility in women. Between 10% and 40% of women with untreated chlamydial infections develop symptomatic pelvic inflammatory disease. Post-infection damage of the Fallopian tubes is responsible for 30% to 40% of female infertility cases
5. In pregnancy, untreated early syphilis is responsible for 1 in 4 stillbirths and 14% of neonatal (newborn) deaths. About 4% to 15% of pregnant women in Africa test positive for syphilis. Interventions to more effectively screen pregnant women for syphilis and prevent mother-to-child transmission of the disease could prevent an estimated 492 000 stillbirths per year in Africa alone
6. One of the most deadly sexually transmitted infections is the human papilloma virus (HPV). Virtually all cervical cancer cases are linked to genital infection with the virus. Cancer of the cervix is the second most common cancer in women, with about 500 000 new cases and 250 000 deaths each year. The new vaccine that prevents the infection could reduce these cervical cancer-related deaths
7. When used properly and consistently, condoms are one of the most effective methods of protection against STIs, including HIV infection. Although the female condom is effective and safe, it is not as widely used in national programmes because of its higher cost when compared to male condoms
8. The partner notification process, which is an integral part of STI care, informs sexual partners of patients about their exposure to infection so that they can seek disease screening and treatment. Partner notification can prevent reinfection and reduce the wider spread of infections.
9. Social or economic conditions, and some sexual behaviours increase a person's vulnerability to STIs. Populations most-at-risk for sexually transmitted infections vary from setting to setting, depending on local culture and practices. Interventions to prevent and care for STIs should be intensified for such populations, while ensuring that services minimize potential stigmatization and discrimination
10. A global strategy to accelerate prevention and control of STIs was developed by WHO through broad consultation among Member States and partners, and then endorsed by the World Health Assembly in May 2006. To build momentum and effectiveness, the 10-year plan includes technical and advocacy components that can be adapted for use around the world.
source: http://www.who.int/feature
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I will not use any sarcasm on what I’m gonna write next. So if any of you feel offended, I honestly think that is caused by your own idiocy.
If you decide to have sex with more than one person, I strongly suggest you to protect yourself and the world by using the rubber dick gloves known as condoms. Of course you idiots know what condoms are. You've seen it on TV, magazine, you even bought them out of curiosity and blew em into balloons. Of course you tried it on yourself or to your partner. And of course you kept it in your wallet, so your friends would say "Hey, this dude/chick is so cool, s/he has a condom in her/his wallet".
But, has it ever crossed your mindless head, that even 1 minute of pleasure can cause damage to someone else's life? Have you ever thought about what you did, is causing statistics?
Of course not. All you ever cared about was yourself... Until you find yourself have the STIs.
Do you think that the term 'sexually' means it will just affect your genital? I'm sorry, but you are completely wrong. For instance, Syphilis can cause nerves damage. And cervical cell cancers will get together with your brain cells too. So you, educated women who are embarassed to see the gynaecologists just because you're afraid of what other people might think about you... Well, other people will probably just think that you're a whore, nothing more than that. That is nothing compared to the possibility of getting a cervical cancer if you don't do routine PAP smear after your first intercourse.
Many people still think that HIV is the only deadly virus that is incurable. Well, next time you browse the internet, read news sites instead of porn sites for a change.
Now, how do we prevent the transmission of these diseases?
Stick with one partner whom you can trust.
Do not have sex unless you are sure that you and your partner are clean. Pretty hard to do eh? I know. But guess what, we have laboratories! Yay!
But variation is the spice of life... Fine, do whatever you want, just remember, protect yourself and other people. I don't care if you decide to harm yourself. It's your decision, you had your options. Just please, do not involve other people's lives.
But what if it was an emergency case? Ooh, now we have 24 hours, 7 days a week Circle K...
What if it was a drunk-call? Well, be selective with people you drink with.
PS: Thank you so much for reading my note, I hope this will open your mind and help ourselves and others in preventing the transmission of the diseases. Sorry for crushing your ego, but sometimes we all need to be slapped to understand the situation. Peace and love.
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