Overview
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections transmitted primarily through sexual contact, caused by bacteria, viruses, or parasites that can affect multiple organ systems and carry significant public health implications. Research published in Clinical Research In HIV AIDS And Prevention has examined specific aspects of STD-related health outcomes, particularly the intersection between sexually transmitted infections and cervical health screening. One study investigated the prevalence of abnormal cervical Pap smears among women with morbid obesity in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, addressing how metabolic and demographic factors may influence cervical cytology results in populations at potential risk for human papillomavirus and other sexually transmitted infections. This research area matters because cervical screening remains a critical tool for detecting precancerous changes often associated with sexually transmitted pathogens, and understanding how co-existing health conditions affect screening outcomes helps inform clinical practice and public health strategies. The journal's coverage reflects the complex relationships between sexual health, infectious disease surveillance, and preventive medicine in diverse populations, contributing to evidence-based approaches for STD prevention and management in clinical settings.
Research published in this journal
1 peer-reviewed article, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.
How this research is being cited
The 1 article above has been cited 2 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Oct 2025.
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Siti Mariam Ja’afar et al. · 2020 ·
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2020 · International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS)
A sample of recent works citing this journal's research on Sexually Transmitted Diseases (std), linking to each citing work.