The Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) podcast offers the latest updates on the transmission, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of STIs and HIV. Each episode features in-depth interviews with renowned authors and leading experts in the field, delving into the latest research. Stay ahead in your field by tuning into our expert discussions and accessing cutting-edge content. Subscribe to the STI podcast and visit the STI journal website - sti.bmj.com - to stay up to date. * The purpose of this podcast is to educate and to inform. The content of this podcast does not constitute medical advice and it is...
Latest episodes
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7 min
GoGoVax or not?
We have been following emerging data on the efficacy of clinical vaccine trials against Neisseria gonorrhoeae, a ubiquitous sexually transmitted bacteria that can cause localised a…
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19 min
Escalating HIV Epidemic in Fiji
Fiji has been reporting a significant rise in the incidence of Human immunodeficiency (HIV) and hepatitis C virus (HCV) over the last 3 years. Health officials estimate that about…
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12 min
Anal Intraepithelial Neoplasia in People Assigned Female at Birth
The experience of treating and/or losing a patient to anal cancer is deeply upsetting. Therefore, the early detection and treatment of precursors are of utmost importance to patien…
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18 min
Congenital Syphilis: No rest for the weary
Previously we reported on the Rise of Syphilis world wide. Today we focus on the devastating effects of syphilis on parents and their children. Hand in hand with an increase in syp…
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23 min
WORLD AIDS DAY Pt 2: Progress towards an HIV cure
Continuing on the search for innovative strategies to shape the future of HIV cure research in the second part of this series, Dr Jillian Lau discusses how anti–PD1 immunotherapies…
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24 min
WORLD AIDS DAY Pt 1: Progress towards an HIV cure
In the first of this two-part series, we explore the latest advances in the search for an HIV cure. Professor Christian Gaebler shares insights from the remarkable case of the seco…
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13 min
Prevention of STIs in Trans and Gender Diverse People
Over the last decade we have seen an exponential surge in research and peer reviewed publications about the sexual health of trans and gender diverse people. We now know that sexua…
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18 min
Long-acting HIV Pre-exposure Prophylaxis
Most people requiring HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) are offered a daily or event driven oral tablet which contains two HIV antiretroviral drugs combined. Oral medication, how…
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16 min
Online Sexual Health Clinics: What works and what doesn’t
Worldwide the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections is increasing. Today we will discuss innovative ways of testing and treating large number of patients with STIs that are…
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14 min
Testing for Blood Borne Infections in Antenatal Clinics
Today we will discuss the evolution and efficacy of antenatal testing for blood borne pathogens as a strategy to improve pregnancy outcomes and prevent parent to child transmission…
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12 min
HIV and Syphilis Home Testing 101
Today we will discuss different types of HIV and Syphilis antibody testing performed at home by the patient or consumer. Home testing for HIV and Syphilis empower people, especiall…
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16 min
To Screen or Not to Screen?
Today we will discuss if screening asymptomatic Men who have sex with Men, also referred to as MSM, who are receiving HIV pre-exposure anti-retroviral medication, called HIV PrEP,…
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13 min
Novel antimicrobial approaches to Trichomoniasis
Today we provide you with an update on the sexually transmitted infection: Trichomonas vaginalis, a protozoan which infects the vagina, urethra and paraurethral glands. It is an un…
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13 min
Revisiting gonorrhoea: Update on the 4CMenB vaccine for gonorrhoea prevention
You will recall a previous podcast about preventing Neisseria gonorrhoea through an effective vaccine. Neisseria gonorrhoeae is a ubiquitous sexually transmitted bacteria that can…
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14 min
Beyond penicillin: are new antibiotics for syphilis on the horizon?
Today we will focus on the alternative treatments of early Syphilis. Worldwide many of us have experienced a shortage of gold standard treatment benzathine benzylpenicillin injecti…
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10 min
WORLD AIDS DAY Pt 2: Growing Older with HIV
In our final episode in honour of the World AIDS Day we have a conversation with Assistant Prof. Rajasuriar, who coordinates the translational research program in HIV immunology an…
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13 min
WORLD AIDS DAY Pt 1: Managing HIV in Young People
Today we are honouring the World AIDS Day on 1st December in 2023, by focusing on young people who live with HIV. Adolescents and young people represent a significant share of peop…
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28 min
IAS23 Conference Feedback in Brisbane, Australia in July 2023
Welcome to the 4th episode of the 2023 BMJ Sexually Transmitted Infections Podcast Series. This year the International AIDS Society Conference was held for the first time in Brisba…
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39 min
World Hepatitis Day 2023: Unveiling the Hidden Threats of the Hepatitis B Virus
In honour of World Hepatitis Day, today we focus on the Hepatitis B virus (HBV), a virus that can be transmitted through contact with infected blood and from mother to child during…
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13 min
A vaccine against gonorrhoea: Is it more than an aspiration?
Neisseria gonorrhoeae, in short NG, is a ubiquitous sexually transmitted bacteria that can cause both localised and systemic disease if left untreated. NG may also be transmitted v…