Understanding Oral Herpes—Answers to Your Questions
About 50 percent of the adult population in the United States has oral herpes. Most people contract oral herpes when they are children by receiving a kiss from a friend or relative.
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Treatment Options for Herpes Infections
While there is no cure for herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections, there are various treatment options available that can help manage symptoms and control outbreaks.
Herpes Testing
Is that sore or rash actually genital herpes? Can you tell by just looking? Can a healthcare provider? No! When it comes to diagnosing genital herpes, it takes more than a look.
Signs and Symptoms of Herpes—What You Should Know
Most people with herpes won’t experience symptoms, but knowing what to look for can make you more aware.
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
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.
Five Things You Should Know about Herpes
ASHA answers many questions from the public about STIs, including about genital herpes. Here we offer five things to know about how to manage this common infection.
Trichomoniasis (a.k.a. “Trich)
With roughly two million cases in the U.S., trichomoniasis (“trich”) is the most common STI you’ve never heard of. Learn more about this common STI in our four-part expert series.
Share Your Story
ASHA has long collected stories from individuals willing to share their experiences with STIs. While we use these in our patient advocacy work, we also share them here as a
For Medical Students
While patients have a clear need for sexual health information, and look to healthcare providers as the most trusted resource, a significant number of medical schools lack formal sexual health