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Should you get tested for STDs after every new sexual partner?
If you've recently become sexually active with someone new, you may be wondering whether getting tested for STDs is really necessary — especially if you used protection. It's a fair and common...
Does the HPV vaccine work if you're already sexually active?
If you've already had sex, you might wonder whether the HPV vaccine is still worth getting. It's a common and completely valid question — and the short answer is: yes, the vaccine can still benefit...
What's the difference between an STI panel and individual STI tests — and which do you need?
If you've ever looked into getting tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), you may have come across two options: an STI panel (sometimes called an STD panel) and individual STI tests. The...
What's included in a full STI panel, and do you need one?
You've decided to get tested — great. That's one of the most responsible things you can do for your sexual health. But when you search for options, you might notice phrases like "full STI panel" or...
Should you get tested for STDs before trying to get pregnant?
Planning a pregnancy is an exciting time — and taking care of your sexual health is one of the most important steps you can take before you start trying to conceive. Getting tested for sexually...
Can men get tested for HPV, and should they?
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that nearly 80 million Americans are...
How to talk to a partner about herpes: a guide to disclosure
Finding out you have herpes can feel overwhelming — and the thought of telling a partner may feel even more daunting. But here's the truth: millions of people with herpes have honest, loving, and...