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Can you get syphilis from kissing? What you need to know about oral transmission
It's a question more people are asking — and for good reason. Syphilis rates in the United States have been climbing sharply in recent years, with the CDC reporting over 207,000 cases of syphilis in...
How to talk to your partner about STD testing without it being awkward
Bringing up STD testing with a partner can feel uncomfortable, even when you're in a trusting relationship. But here's the truth: asking about testing is one of the most caring things you can do —...
Which STDs should you be screened for during pregnancy?
Pregnancy is a time when your health — and your baby's health — are closely connected. Many sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), also called sexually transmitted infections (STIs), can be passed...
What happens if gonorrhea goes untreated? Long-term complications explained
Gonorrhea is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1.6 million new...
Syphilis during pregnancy: risks, symptoms, and why prenatal screening matters
Syphilis is a bacterial infection caused by Treponema pallidum, and while it is treatable at any stage, it becomes especially serious during pregnancy. When left undetected or untreated, syphilis can
Can you have an STD with no symptoms? The silent infection problem
Many people assume that if something were wrong, they'd know it. But when it comes to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), that assumption can be dangerously misleading. The reality is that many...
Which STDs can be passed to a baby during pregnancy or childbirth?
Pregnancy is an exciting and sometimes overwhelming time, and sexual health may not be the first thing on your mind. But certain sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) — also called sexually...