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Any Sexually Active Person Can Get An STD

Many people are under the misconception that only a “certain type of person” can get an STD. There is a stigma attached to STDs that make people think you have to be promiscuous or unhygienic in order to catch one. Simply put, anyone can contract an STD. First, you should know that it is possible

June 30, 2017

Chlamydia is one of the most common STDs in America.

Chlamydia: One of the Most Common STDs

In every state, the most commonly reported STD is chlamydia. This infection is a particular risk to teenagers and young adults. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported a steady increase in chlamydia cases among young people over the past several years. Chlamydia is one of the most common STDs. It is spread through

June 19, 2017

Surviving HIV into Old Age: More Common Than You’d Think

There was a time when you didn’t live very long after being diagnosed with HIV. A new HIV diagnosis was considered a death sentence. Today, treatments have come so far that many people are finding themselves living decades after their diagnosis. In many patients, HIV does not develop into AIDS because of modern medicine. The

June 7, 2017

June is National LGBT Pride Month

Since 2000, June has been known as LGBT Pride Month. Former President Bill Clinton deemed the month of June, “Gay and Lesbian Pride Month.” The month was chosen to commemorate a riot in 1969 at the Stonewall Inn in Manhattan that is thought to be the beginning of the gay liberation movement in the United

June 1, 2017

Always Use Condoms Correctly

It is important to use protection during sexual intercourse. When used properly, latex condoms are an excellent measure to take when protecting yourself from STDs and unwanted pregnancy. Condoms are often viewed as a simple and effective tool for sexual protection. Some people on the internet think that using more than one condom adds extra

May 19, 2017

HIV Stole the Lives of These 3 Movie Stars

Hollywood has gone through a great deal of change since the early 1980s. Since then, many famous actors and actresses have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS. Here’s a brief look at some of the most influential people Hollywood lost to the virus: Rock Hudson In the 1950s and 60s, Rock Hudson was known as one of

May 12, 2017

Is my STD a Virus or a Bacteria?

The news that you have contracted an STD can often seem devastating. Many people think that having an STD means that your life is changed forever. While it is true that some STDs will be with you the rest of your life, there are others that are easily curable. There are three base causes for

May 5, 2017

Can You Have More Than One STD?

Many people wonder if you they can only have one STD. In fact, it is not uncommon for someone to have more than one STD at a time. Chlamydia and gonorrhea often go hand-in-hand and some STDs can make you more susceptible to other infections. Having two or more STDs at a time is known

April 27, 2017

Do All STDs Last Forever?

Do all STDs last forever. The short and simple answer to that question is that not all STDs will last forever. Some STDs will stay with you forever though. Hearing the news that you have contracted an STD can often seem devastating. Many people think that having an STD means that your life is changed

April 14, 2017

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