Ghana Doctor Warns: STIs Spread Beyond Sexual Contact

Ghana: Doctor Highlights Non-Sexual STI Transmission A recent video from Onua TV's TikTok account has brought attention to the often-overlooked ways sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can spread. Dr. Kikie Obeng Asamaning, a traditional doctor at the Health Alert Clinic in Ghana, explains that STIs can be transmitted through contact with infected blood or body fluids, in addition to sexual contact. "STDs can be transmitted not just through sexual contact, but also through exposure to an infected person’s blood or body fluids," Dr. Asamaning states in the video. This highlights the importance of safe practices beyond sexual health, such as proper hygiene and handling of bodily fluids. The video, which has garnered significant views on TikTok, serves as a valuable public health announcement.