Learn about in-person and at-home STI testing, ways to reduce your risk, symptoms to watch for, treatment and condition management, and long-term effects.
Most of us have had, or will have, at least one STI in our lifetime. And, in many cases, you may not even realize it. The good news: We’re in this together.
A genital herpes diagnosis can feel life-altering. And in some ways, it is. But…
The type of sex you have and with whom you have it are the true determinants of…
Telling someone about your HIV status can be daunting. Here’s how David L…
Finances or location shouldn't keep you from taking care of your health. Here are free, low cost, and at-home STI test…
See our hands on review of an STD test kit, plus what other brands made our cut.
How long after exposure will STD symptoms begin to show up? We review incubation periods for common STDs, the importance of…
Sexually transmitted infections are a risk of being sexually active. And depending on the sex acts in your sexual repertoire…
Yes, you can contract an STI or STD even if both partners are "clean." To prevent this, you need to know exactly what to test…
STI and pregnancy prevention aren't the only reasons to use condoms or other barriers…
Condoms are one of the most effective ways to prevent pregnancy and protect against…
Condom sizes can vary across manufacturers, so what’s "regular" to one brand may be…
Yes, condoms do expire and using one that’s past its expiry date can greatly reduce its…
Condoms are the only way to protect against STIs during penile sex — that includes…
A dental dam is a thin, flexible piece of latex that protects against direct…
Finger condoms provide a safe way to engage in the form of sexual penetration known as…
The risks you and your partner face depend on when the condom broke and the type of…
Most STIs can be treated or cured. Prevention where possible and regular screening for…
STIs and STDs aren’t the same thing. Really! But if you thought they were, you’re not the…
Many STDs are treatable, but not all of them are curable. They are, however, all caused by…
Our experts explain exactly how it’s possible to contract an STI or STD without having…
From how to reduce your risk of STI transmission to how long you should wait before…
Anytime you sexually engage with someone with an STI or who's STI status you don't know…
There are three — admittedly rare(!) — instances in which you can transmit an STI or STD…
Ready for some tough love about (external) condoms? They aren't 100 percent effective at…
Trichomoniasis, sometimes called “trich,” is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It’s very common, but it’s very…
Trichomoniasis is an STI that affects all sexes and genders. Getting tested for trichomoniasis is the only way to know if you…
Giardiasis is an infection in your small intestine caused by microscopic parasites called giardia. Read on to learn more…
Many people wonder how do you know if you have crabs? Crabs are tiny insects called pubic lice, and you can often see them by…
Is scabies a sexually transmitted disease? Learn how it’s spread and how you can avoid passing this highly contagious…
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection that can be tested through blood, urine, and…
Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs. An at-home chlamydia test is a discreet way to…
Find out what can cause chlamydia to come back, how to treat a reinfection, ways to…
Chlamydia and gonorrhea are two common sexually transmitted diseases. They're both caused…
Oral gonorrhea rarely causes symptoms and is hard to detect. This can result in delayed…
Testing for gonorrhea is a smart first step in protecting yourself and others. Here are…
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a type of bacteria. We explain the…
Sexually transmitted infections like syphilis are very common and easily detectable…
Mycoplasma genitalium, also called M genitalium or Mgen, is a sexually transmitted…
Granuloma inguinale is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). This STI causes lesions in…
Hepatitis A, B, and C are caused by different viruses that lead to inflammation of your liver. We break down the differences…
You can contract hepatitis B through sex without a condom or other barrier method, shared needles or razors, or unsterilized…
The hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for all people up to age 59. It can help prevent this liver infection and reduce the…
If you’re among the 5% to 10% of people who are nonresponders to the hepatitis B vaccine, you can still reduce your risk of…
Hepatitis C is a contagious liver disease. Though rare, it's possible to contract hepatitis C through sexual contact. Learn…
Genital skin tags and genital warts look alike, but they're two very different conditions…
Read on to learn about the HPV vaccine and other ways to reduce your risk, how to get a…
The HPV vaccine protects against human papillomavirus (HPV). HPV is a common sexually…
The HPV vaccine is the best preventive measure against HPV, including oral HPV. Here's…
In some cases, HPV can cause cervical cancer. An at-home test offers an easy and…
Genital warts are caused by certain strains of HPV. Although HPV isn't curable, genital…
The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common infection affecting 1 in 4 U.S. people. At this…
HPV can lay dormant for a long time and still spread without symptoms. But just how long…
No studies have shown a definitive link between kissing and contracting human…
HPV has been linked to certain cancers. However, not everyone who has HPV will later…
The causes of breast cancer aren’t well understood, but research is underway to determine…
You can’t get oral cancer directly from oral sex. But oral sex may expose you to…
HPV can increase your risk of developing esophageal cancer.
Can you really get throat cancer from an HPV infection? We’ll give you the facts about the…
Cervical cancer is caused by the human papillomavirus, a common sexually transmitted…
There's a connection between HPV strains 16 and 18 and anal cancer. However, not everyone…
There's some evidence that HPV can increase your risk of prostate cancer, in addition to…