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What's the difference between at-home STD tests and lab tests — and which is more accurate?
If you're thinking about getting tested for STDs, you've probably noticed there are more options than ever before. Walk into a pharmacy or browse online, and you'll find at-home testing kits sitting...
Should you get tested for STDs when you find out you're pregnant?
Finding out you're pregnant is a life-changing moment — and it comes with a long list of new health considerations. One question that often gets overlooked is whether you should be tested for...
How do STIs spread? A plain-language guide to transmission risks
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) — sometimes called sexually transmitted diseases, or STDs — are more common than many people realize. According to the Centers for Disease Control and...
What's the difference between an STD test and a full STD panel — and do you need both?
If you've ever searched for STD testing options, you've probably noticed two common terms: a single STD test and a full STD panel. They sound similar, but there's an important distinction — and...
How often should you get tested for STIs if you are sexually active?
Getting tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is one of the most responsible things you can do for your health — and your partners' health. But a common question is: how often is often...
How often should you get tested for STIs if you're trying to conceive?
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 and during conception. Many sexually transmitted infections...
Which STI tests should you ask for at your annual checkup?
Many people assume that STI (sexually transmitted infection) testing is automatically part of a routine physical or annual checkup — but that's often not the case. In fact, doctors frequently skip...