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Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

STDs are infections that spread during sex. Genital chlamydia is the most frequently reported bacterial sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the United States today. When diagnosed, chlamydia is easily treated and cured. READ MORE ABOUT CHLAMYDIA

Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)

Genital Herpes

Genital Herpes

Genital herpes is a contagious infection caused by the herpes simplex virus. Although it is incurable, genital herpes responds well to treatment. READ MORE

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Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea

Gonorrhea is a curable sexually transmitted infection (STI), second only to chlamydia as the most frequently reported STI in the United States. Gonorrhea is caused by Neisseria gonorrhoeae, also called gonococcus. READ MORE

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HIV/AIDS

HIV/AIDS

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is the virus that causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). AIDS is a disease in which there is a severe loss of the body's immune system. The immune system is our body's natural defense and allows us to fight off viruses, bacteria and other disease-causing infections. READ MORE

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HPV

Human Papillomavirus, HPV

If the three letters H-P-V make you recoil, they shouldn't. Chances are, you have been infected by one or more types of the human papillomavirus (HPV) and didn't even realize it. In fact, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most people will become infected by at least one type of HPV at some point in their lives. The CDC reports that 79 million people are currently infected with HPV. READ MORE

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Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis

Trichomoniasis is the most common curable sexually transmitted disease (STD) in the United States. Infected women may experience a frothy, yellow-green vaginal discharge with a strong odor, discomfort during intercourse and urination, or itching in the genital area. READ MORE

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HIV and the Risk of Other Health Problems

If you’re living with HIV, you may be at greater risk of getting certain other conditions. Here’s what you need to know.

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El VIH y el riesgo de otros problemas médicos

Si vives con VIH, podrías tener un mayor riesgo de padecer otros trastornos. Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber.

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How Does Your HIV Status Affect Your Gynecological Health?

Being HIV-positive can increase your risk for certain GYN conditions. Here’s what you need to know.

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¿En qué forma tu VIH afecta tu salud ginecológica?

Tener VIH puede incrementar tu riesgo de ciertos trastornos ginecológicos. Aquí encontrarás lo que debes saber.

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Debunked: 7 STI Myths

You can handle the truth. Check out the facts behind some of the most common STI slander out there.

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I Taught People How Not to Get Herpes. Then I Got Herpes.

After the initial shock and shame, I gained a new perspective

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True or False? Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

True or False? Human Papillomavirus (HPV)

Take our quiz to see how much you know about HPV in women

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