Learn About Gonorrhea and How to Prevent It
Gonorrhea (also known as “the clap”) is an infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It is passed on during vaginal, anal, and oral sex (performing or receiving).
The Impact of STIs on Fertility
Infertility can stem from factors affecting both men and women. Sometimes, these are related to sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Learn more out the impact of STIs on fertility.
BV and Chlamydia—New Research Shows a Possible Link
A new study found that there are two distinct types of BV infection, one of which increases the risk of chlamydia infection.
Vaginal Health
What keeps a vagina healthy? Like many things in life, it’s all about balance. What’s important is to know what’s normal and when things may be off—and when to seek care.
Bacterial Vaginosis
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common gynecologic infection, affecting nearly 29 percent of women in the U.S. Learn more about what BV is and how it’s diagnosed and treated.
ASHA Denounces Executive Order on Sex as Inaccurate and Harmful
President Trump’s executive order declaring that the federal government would recognize only two sexes is inaccurate and dangerous. It represents an attack on the LGBTQ+ community and a threat to the dignity and safety of transgender individuals and their families.
What You Need to Know About the HPV Self-Collection Test
There’s a new way to screen for cervical cancer—no pelvic exam, stirrups, or speculum involved.
Two Studies Show Doxy PEP is a Winning Strategy
Two studies published in this month’s JAMA Internal Medicine offer encouraging findings about the use of Doxy PEP.
First Case of New Mpox Type Reported in California
A case of a potentially more serious version of mpox that has been spreading quickly in Africa has been confirmed in California.
Tribal Leaders Want Syphilis to Be Declared a Public Health Emergency
According to the Great Plains Tribal Epidemiology Center, syphilis rates among Native Americans in Iowa, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South rose 1,865% from 2020 to 2022.
