HPV Vaccine Rates are Up, But…

HPV vaccines

In July the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released the most recent data on HPV vaccine coverage. The trajectories are certainly moving in the right direction with most measures of the HPV vaccine and adolescents: the number of girls and boys starting and completing the vaccine series increased from 2012 to 2013, with […]

A Guy’s Guide When His Partner is Diagnosed with HPV

A Guy’s Guide When His Partner is Diagnosed with HPV Danielle Sepulveres, author of Losing It: The Semi-Scandalous Story of an Ex-Virgin, offers insight for male partners of women diagnosed with HPV or a related condition. Here, Sepulveres offers a quick FAQ to help men get a clue. . HPV, abnormal Pap tests, follow-up exams […]

Herpes Support Groups

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Support groups provide information and allow participants to share experiences, fears, and feelings with others who are concerned about herpes.

Herpes and Relationships

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The best way for couples to deal with herpes is to talk about it openly and make decisions together. So what’s the best way to start the conversation?

Emotional Issues with Herpes

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Herpes may raise strong emotional issues, especially in the first few weeks or months after a diagnosis. Some people initially feel embarrassment, shame, anger, or depression. The good news is that these emotions tend to fade away over time. Some studies have shown that even six months can make a difference in adjusting to herpes.

Living with HIV/AIDS

Living with HIV/AIDS

Living with HIV If you have been diagnosed with HIV, seeking health care early and maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help a person stay healthy. There are many new drugs available that can help to slow down the damage that HIV does to the immune system. What do I do if I have HIV? You […]

HIV and Pregnancy

HIV and pregnancy

HIV and Pregnancy There is a lot to think about when you want to have a baby or when a baby is on the way. One important step is to learn about HIV. There are good reasons to get an HIV test if you are pregnant or thinking about having a baby. Knowing whether you […]

HIV Testing

The only way to tell you have HIV is get tested. Testing is recommended at least once for everyone, and may be recommended more often for some. Testing can be quick, easy and confidential.

Fast Facts about HIV

HIV FAQs

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