Women and STIs
While both men and women in the U.S. are diagnosed with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in about equal numbers, they are not affected by STIs equally. For example, women are
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STIs and Cancer
STIs and Cancer There are a number of risk factors for cancer; increasingly of interest to researchers is the link between cancer and viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections. Some sexually
HPV and Men—Take the Quiz
HPV (a.k.a. human papillomavirus) is the name of a group of viruses that infect the skin. In women, HPV can lead to cervical cancer (and other types of cancer as
Talking to Your Family and Friends about Your Cancer
It can be difficult to talk to family and friends about any cancer diagnosis. It can be helpful to have a team of friends and family for support, but you
The Science is Still Clear—Vaccines Work
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently made striking changes to its online information about the connection between vaccines and autism that put the agency on the wrong
February is National Condom Month
Currently, condoms are the only widely available, proven method for reducing transmission of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs) during sex. Condoms work.
Sexual Health in the Military
Health and fitness are important for everyone, of course. But for active duty members of the military, staying healthy and physically fit is not just important for your life—it’s part
STIs Are Not Just for the Young
STIs aren’t about age, they’re about sexual behavior. Older people are having sex, and they need to be thinking about sexually transmitted infections.
June is Men’s Health Month
Each year in June we put a special focus on the health needs of boys and men. Sexual health is important across the entire lifespan and involves more than just
Desperate Housewives Star Talks about her Anal Cancer Diagnosis
Actress Marcia Cross Discusses Her Anal Cancer Diagnosis Hoping to lessen stigma and spur conversations between patients and health care professionals, Desperate Housewives actor Marcia Cross recently told CBS This