HPV-Related Head and Neck Cancer
You have probably heard that HPV can cause cervical cancer. But did you know that it can also cause cancers of the mouth, tongue, and throat?
FDA Approves a New At-Home Test for Three Common STIs
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.
Universal Screening for Syphilis in Emergency Departments Can Catch Infections that Would Otherwise Be Missed
A new study found that opt-out screenings for all patients in emergency departments caught numerous cases of syphilis and HIV that would have gone undetected under other screening protocols.
Young People Say They Prefer At-Home STI Testing
A study revealed that the majority of young people would prefer testing for STIs at home over going to a doctor’s office or clinic.
What You Should Know About STI Testing
Many STIs have no signs or symptoms. The only way to know if you have an STI is to get tested. Learn more about all your STI testing options.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)—Understanding this Common Infection
Human papillomavirus, or HPV, is very common. Some types of HPV can cause genital warts and other types can cause cancer, including cancer of the cervix, vulva, vagina, penis or anus, as well as cancer in the back of the throat.
Cervical Cancer Screening Rates Haven’t Rebounded After the Pandemic
The pandemic interrupted our regularly scheduled doctor’s visits and pushed off preventative care like Pap tests.
STI Rates Surge in the European Union
A report published by the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) shows a striking rise in STIs across the Atlantic.
New Study Shows a Dramatic Drop in Cervical Pre-Cancers
A study has found a dramatic drop in the rates of cervical pre-cancers in young adult women—evidence that the HPV vaccine is working.
Fast Facts about HIV
HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Learn the basics about HIV prevention, testing, and treatment.
