Ologies with Alie Ward Venereology (SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS) with Ina Park
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Feb 11, 2026 
Ina Park, physician, researcher, and sex-positive STI advocate and author, brings clear, witty guidance. She covers testing schedules, bacterial vs viral infections, hygiene and grooming risks, new treatments and vaccines, partner communication, and how stigma and funding shape care. Short, frank, and reassuring talk focused on staying safe and honest about sexual health.
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Waxing And Shaving Can Spread Infection
- Ina Park describes personal experience after getting a Brazilian wax and seeing microtrauma increase vulnerability.
- She also recounts a patient who shaved HPV warts and spread them widely via microtrauma.
The Joy Of Diagnosing Crabs
- Ina Park fondly recalls diagnosing pubic lice under the microscope and finding blood meals in the lice.
- She notes how satisfying it is to identify and treat crabs, though she hasn't seen many lately.
Share Your Test Results First
- Get tested and lead by sharing your results first when discussing sexual health with partners.
- Offering your status normalizes testing and encourages open conversation.
