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Can gonorrhea cause long-term health problems if left untreated?
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...
What is congenital syphilis and how can it be prevented during pregnancy?
Congenital syphilis is a serious — but entirely preventable — condition that occurs when a pregnant person passes a syphilis infection to their baby during pregnancy or childbirth. Cases have been...
How often should you get tested for STIs based on your lifestyle and risk level?
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 how often is often enough? The honest...
Do condoms protect against all STDs? What you need to know
Condoms are one of the most widely recommended tools for preventing sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), and for good reason — they work. But a common misconception is that condoms offer a...
HSV-1 vs HSV-2: understanding the difference between herpes types
When most people hear the word "herpes," they imagine a single, simple infection. In reality, herpes refers to a family of viruses — and the two most common types, HSV-1 and HSV-2, are quite...
Chlamydia and fertility: What are the long-term risks of untreated infection?
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in the United States — and one of the most silent. According to the CDC, approximately 1.6 million chlamydia cases are...
What does an undetectable HIV viral load mean, and can you still transmit the virus?
If you or someone you know is living with HIV, you may have heard the term "undetectable viral load." It's one of the most important concepts in modern HIV care — and understanding it can reduce...