Confirming you have an STD (Sexually Transmitted Disease) can oftentimes feel embarrassing, leaving you hesitant to seek medical treatment, and hoping any symptoms or discomfort you are experiencing will just go away on its own. Unfortunately, most STDs require medical intervention to cure or treat, and not seeking help can not only prolong the infection
Yes, it is possible to pass an STD to your child during pregnancy and birth. What’s more, not only can an STD have a long-term health impact on a child, but it can also impact the health of your pregnancy. While this may sound scary, early detection and treatment of an STD while pregnant can
If you are sexually active and have had more than one partner, then regular STD testing is an important way to maintain your health and well-being. In fact, if you are sexually active with more than one partner, the CDC recommends getting tested for STDs every 3-6 months. Read on to learn more about how
