Hey, Sahabat Pramita! Have you ever heard the myth that getting a massage during menstruation could be harmful? Many believe that massages during periods can worsen cramps or lead to excessive blood flow. But is that really true? Let’s dig into the facts!   Massage During Menstruation The Scientific View According to medical studies, massages during menstruation can actually offer positive benefits. One of the biggest benefits is reducing menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea). A massage focus...

Have you ever felt more confident after wearing your favorite outfit? Turns out, it's not just a normal feeling. What we wear daily can influence our mindset, mood, and how others perceive us! Let's explore some fascinating facts about the psychology of fashion.   According to Karen Pine, a psychology professor at the University of Hertfordshire, what we wear can impact many aspects of our lives. For instance, clothing can be the key to career success. Those who dress more formally are mor...

HIV infection can attack the immune system and progress to AIDS if left untreated. AIDS causes various infectious diseases and metabolic disorders. Many people with HIV are unaware of their infection for years. HIV is transmitted through sexual contact, sharing needles, and from mother to child. HIV diagnosis is established through serology and virology tests. Serology tests are used to screen for HIV infection. These tests detect HIV antibodies and antigens. Rapid tests and ECLIA are common...

Sahabat Pramita must have heard about HIV/AIDS. Many statements about this disease circulate in society, one of which is that drug users are certain to contract HIV. But what exactly is HIV/AIDS? Is it true that only drug users can be infected? What is HIV/AIDS? Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks the human immune system, making the infected individual vulnerable to severe illnesses. This virus targets T cells (CD4 cells), which play a vital role in maintaining the i...

Hey, Sahabat Pramita! Did you know that even though condoms are often seen as safe, they don’t provide 100% protection against HIV/AIDS? Let’s discuss why!   Size of Condom Pores vs. Size of HIV Virus While condoms are highly effective at reducing the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), the fact is that the size of condom pores is about 5 microns, while the HIV virus is only around 0.1 microns. This means that in certain conditions, HIV can still pass through, although the c...

Hey, Sahabat Pramita ! Some might think that a negative AIDS test means we're completely free from HIV infection. But did you know that a negative result doesn't always mean your body is entirely clean? Let’s dive deeper!   Window Period: The Critical Waiting Time HIV testing has what's called a “window period.” This is the time when HIV is already present in the body but isn’t yet detectable by tests. This period can last anywhere from 2 to 12 weeks after exposure. So, even if your tes...