Vampire Facials Confirmed as Cause of At Least Three HIV Infections
A joint investigation by the CDC and the New Mexico Health Department has confirmed that an unlicensed medi-spa is responsible for at least three cases of HIV.
HPV-Related Cancer in Men — Stories from Survivors
Read stories from three men on their personal experiences with HPV-related cancer.
Talking to Your Family and Friends about Your Cancer
It can be difficult to talk to family and friends about any cancer diagnosis. It can be helpful to have a team of friends and family for support, but you are in charge of who you tell and how much you tell them.
Dr. Joel Palefsky Answers Our Questions About Anal Cancer
Anal cancer is a rare cancer, but cases have been on the rise in recent years. Dr. Joel Palefsky answers questions on anal cancer screening and the recent ANCHOR trial.
Dr. Michael Moore Answers Our Questions About HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancers
HPV-related throat cancer is now the most common HPV-related cancer in the U.S. Learn more about symptoms, treatment, and prevention from D r. Michael Moore.
An Experimental Vaccine for Chlamydia Shows Promise in Early Study
A Phase 1 trail for a possible new chlamydia vaccine had encouraging results. Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs worldwide—a vaccine could dramatically change this landscape.
Diagnosing and Managing Genital Herpes: A Two-part Conversation with Terri Warren, RN, ANP
In this two-part episode of ASHA’s Sex+Health podcast, Terri Warren, RN, ANP explains many approaches to diagnosing herpes as well as strategies to effectively manage herpes in a relationship and deal with the emotional aspects of the diagnosis.
Doxy PEP Can to Help Prevent STIs
Read through FAQa on doxy PEP is the strategy of taking the antibiotic doxycycline after condomless oral or anal sex to prevent chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis.
New Studies Add to Evidence that Doxy PEP Works for STI Prevention
New studies add to our evidence that doxy PEP works to prevent bacterial STIs among transgender women and men who have sex with men.
March is Sexual Pleasure Month—Celebrate it with Us!
March is Sexual Pleasure MonthCelebrate it with Us! Sex is good for you! Our bodies thrive on the chemicals released during orgasm, so a healthy sex life is part of a healthy body. We need to think of sexual health beyond the mere absence of disease: sexual pleasure and satisfaction are essential to our wellbeing. […]
