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Suprising benefits of STDs
The nasty rep of STDs or STIs (sexually transmitted infections) could be why very little consideration is given to the idea that some of the microbes hitching a ride between individuals on the sexual fluids highway, might be beneficial. What if, in protecting ourselves from the bad bugs we know about, we’re missing out on microbes that could provide all sorts of benefits?
A growing body of evidence suggests there is good reason to have a closer look. BBC - Earth - Surprising benefits of sexually transmitted infections
The nasty rep of STDs or STIs (sexually transmitted infections) could be why very little consideration is given to the idea that some of the microbes hitching a ride between individuals on the sexual fluids highway, might be beneficial. What if, in protecting ourselves from the bad bugs we know about, we’re missing out on microbes that could provide all sorts of benefits?
A growing body of evidence suggests there is good reason to have a closer look. BBC - Earth - Surprising benefits of sexually transmitted infections