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American Sexual
Health Association

FDA Approves a New At-Home Test for Three Common STIs

Swab test for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trich

The FDA just approved a new, fully at-home test for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis. The tests, which is only for women, will be available without a prescription. Users can collect their own sample and have results in less than 30 minutes.

Fast Facts about HIV

Ways HIV is Not transmitted

HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Learn the basics about HIV prevention, testing, and treatment.

PrEP

PrEP in a pill or a shot

PrEP stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis. The word prophylaxis means to prevent or control the spread of an infection or disease. The goal of PrEP is to prevent HIV infection from taking hold if you are exposed to the virus.