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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Learn about sexually transmitted infections and how you can prevent them… What are sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections you can get by having sex with someone who has an infection. These infections are usually passed from person to person…
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Common Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections spread by sexual contact… I have if I have an STI? If I’m pregnant, can I pass my STI onto my baby? Are there any STI support groups in my area? Resources Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Sexually…
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Chlamydia
Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that often has no symptoms… What is chlamydia? Chlamydia (Chlamydia trachomatis) is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). STIs also are known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that can occur in any…
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Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
HPV is a common sexually transmitted virus… What is human papillomavirus (HPV)? Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common sexually transmitted virus. It is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the United States. There are more than 200 types of HPV. Some types…
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Women’s Guide to Preventive Care
It’s important for women to take an active approach to health care. This means making it a priority to schedule… What is women’s preventive care? It’s important for women to take an active approach to health care, especially by the time they reach adulthood…
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Herpes
Herpes is a group of viruses that cause painful blisters and sores. There is no cure, but medicines can treat… cold sores or fever blisters around the mouth. Type 2 usually causes sores on the genitals (sexual organs). Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted infection…
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Importance of Sexual Health
Sexual health impacts your physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. Getting educated and respecting yourself and others is key… Sexual health is a big part of life. It can affect and is affected by other aspects of health. This includes physical, mental, emotional, and social…
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HPV Vaccine is for Boys, Too
Girls—and boys—can both benefit from getting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The vaccine reduces chances of developing some cancers later… Girls are not the only ones who can benefit from the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. Boys also can reduce their chances of developing some cancers…
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Reactive Arthritis
Reactive arthritis occurs when your immune system reacts to an infection somewhere else in your body. It can affect your… What is reactive arthritis? Reactive arthritis is a rare condition. It occurs when your immune system reacts to an infection somewhere else in your body. It can make your…
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Vaginitis
Vaginitis is a medical term to describe inflammation of the vagina… What is vaginitis? Vaginitis is a general term used to describe inflammation of the vagina. It is sometimes called vulvovaginitis when it affects the vulva. This is the external part of a woman’s…
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Sex: Making the Right Decision
Advice for teens and young adults on the safety and health concerns involved in deciding to engage in sexual… The decision to engage in sexual activity or behavior as a teen or young adult can be a confusing one. Sexual activity includes vaginal (penetration…
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Talking to Your Kids About Virginity
Making the choice to stay a virgin is a big commitment. It affects your physical, emotional, spiritual, and social well… Virginity is the state of not having had sex. A virgin is a person who has not yet had sex or chooses to abstain from…
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Signs of Childhood Sexual Abuse
Any sexual activity involving a child is sexual abuse and has long-term effects. Learn how to recognize signs of abuse… Any sexual activity with a child (by an adult or another child) is sexual abuse. It causes physical and emotional pain. It has long-term effects…
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Syphilis
Syphilis is a serious infection passed from one person to another through sexual contact. It is caused by a bacteria… What is syphilis? Syphilis is a serious infection passed from one person to another through sexual contact. It is caused by a bacteria (germ)…
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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
Pelvic inflammatory disease is an infection of female reproductive organs. It can make it hard to get pregnant and cause… What is pelvic inflammatory disease? Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is an infection of the female reproductive organs. This includes the uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. Left…
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Rape
Rape is any form of sexual activity that you don’t agree to. It can range from being touched to being… Note: The National Sexual Assault Hotline, 1-800-656-4673, is available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Rape is any form of sexual activity that you don’t…
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Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is a medicine people can take before coming into contact with HIV that can prevent them from… PrEP stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis. It’s a medicine some people can take before coming into contact with HIV that can prevent them from developing…
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AIDS
AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is a life-threatening condition caused by human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)… What is AIDS? AIDS (acquired immune deficiency syndrome) is the last stage of the life-threatening human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) that makes your body’s cells unable to fight off infections. Having…
