Show Notes
In this episode Liz and Jesse are joined by Esther Cohen. Esther works as a nurse practitioner for HIV and sexual health. This episode is a must listen to both improve our own health literacy as staff and to provide better care for our patients. What IS sexual health and why is it relevant to the bedside nurse? Most STIs have no symptoms. Screening is vital. Syphilis is on the rise! Myths and facts about HIV and AIDS. Hepatitis B can be prevented, and Hepatitis C can be treated.
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