HPV FAQs with H. Hunter Handsfield, MD
Will I always have HPV? How are HPV tests used? How well do vaccines work? In this episode on the Sex+Health podcast, H. Hunter Handsfield, MD, covers these and other
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A Step Forward for STI Testing: FDA Approves an At-Home Testing Option
For the first time, the Food and Drug Administration has given market authorization to an at-home test for chlamydia and gonorrhea.
New Studies Add to Evidence that Doxy PEP Works for STI Prevention
New studies add to our evidence that doxy PEP is working to prevent bacterial STIs among transgender women and men who have sex with men.
New Study Shows a Dramatic Drop in Cervical Pre-Cancers
A new study has found a dramatic drop in the rates of cervical pre-cancers among young adult women. This is great news and further proof that the HPV vaccine is
Chlamydia: A Common and Curable Infection
Chlamydia: A Common and Curable Infection Chlamydia is a common and curable infection caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis. It is the most common reportable STI in the U.S. In
Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month
September is Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month https://youtu.be/UGwd7QfjkbI According to the American Cancer Society, it is estimated that this year more than 113,500 women will be diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer
August is National Immunization Awareness Month
Vaccinations are a great way to protect yourself, empower yourself, and to keep you — and your sex life — healthy and happy. Help us spread awareness about available vaccinations!
NGU, or Nongonoccocal Urethritis
Nongonococcal urethritis—or NGU—is an infection of the urethra caused by germs other than gonorrhea. The most common cause is chlamydia.
Cautious Optimism as New 2023 Data Suggests Progress in Addressing the STI Epidemic
CDC just released the 2023 Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Surveillance and for the first time in a long time the data is encouraging.
New Option for Cervical Cancer Screening — Self Collected Samples
The FDA recently approved HPV testing using self-collected samples. Experts hope allowing people to collect their own samples will increase screening rates.