Signs You Have An STD When an infection is passed from one person to another during sexual contact, it is considered a sexually transmitted disease or STD. However, some STDs can be transferred through other forms of contact like skin-to-skin (herpes, HPV). If you think you have been exposed to an STD, it is important to get tested as soon... Read More
HIV and other STDs Despite the increase in information about sexually transmitted infections – otherwise known as STIs – there is still some confusion and misunderstanding about them. An STI is an infection that is passed through contact with semen or vaginal fluid. You may not be aware you carry an active infection. Gonorrhea and chlamydia are some of... Read More
Gonorrhea Vs. Chlamydia When it comes to STDS, gonorrhea and chlamydia are by far the most common. Both gonorrhea and chlamydia are transmitted through sexual activity. The large majority of these kinds of STD infections occur in people ages 15-24, so it’s important to understand the signs and symptoms and how they differ from each other. In both... Read More
Do STDs Affect Fertility? When it comes to sexual activity, unplanned pregnancies are usually the topic discussed the most. But sexually transmitted infections – otherwise known as STDS or STIs – are common among sexually active people, particularly for those 25 and under. Sexually transmitted infections pose a risk for developing several conditions that can result in other medical... Read More
