How to Use a Condom
DO put the condom on an erect (hard) penis before there is any contact with a partner's genitals. DO use plenty of water-based lubricant (like KY Jelly® or Astroglide®) with latex condoms. This reduces friction and helps prevent the [... more]
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Learn about STDs/STIs
What do states invest in STD prevention? See ASHA's interactive web report to learn more. Have a question about sexual health or STIs? Then check out ASHA's newsest feature--Ask the Experts. Professionals in the field of sexual and reproductive ... [... more]
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Abstinence
As many as 85 percent of cases in women and 40 percent of cases in men are symptomless. If undetected and untreated, chlamydia can lead to serious complications in women. Each year, chlamydia causes as many as half of the one million cases of ... [... more]
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What is hepatitis D (HDV)?
Hepatitis D (HDV) is a viral infection of the liver that can only be acquired if a person has active hepatitis B (HBV). Hepatitis D is linked directly to hepatitis B, particularly to chronic HBV infection. There are particular pockets worldwide ... [... more]
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What is hepatitis E (HEV)?
Hepatitis E, known as Enteric non-A, non-B, is a viral hepatitis that is most commonly found in geographical areas lacking clean water and sanitation. It is not common or typical in countries or areas with clean drinking water and adequate ... [... more]
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What is Scabies?
Accurate source of information on scabies. STD education, referrals, and support for over 90 years. The ASHA mission is to stop sexually transmitted diseases and their harmful consequences to individuals, families and communities. ASHA ... [... more]
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What is gonorrhea?
Accurate source for gonorrhea education, information, referrals, and support for over 90 years. The ASHA mission is to stop sexually transmitted diseases and their harmful consequences to individuals, families and communities. ASHA accomplishes ... [... more]
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What is herpes?
Herpes is a common and usually mild recurrent skin condition; most infections are unrecognized and undiagnosed. Herpes is caused by a virus: the herpes simplex virus (HSV). HSV is in a family of viruses called herpesviruses. This family includes ... [... more]
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Herpes Resource Center
Signs and symptoms of genital herpes can vary greatly from person to person. They can be mild for one individual and severe for another. If you were diagnosed with genital herpes in the last few days, you may be experiencing a number of ... [... more]
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What is chlamydia?
Accurate source of information on chlamydia. STD education, referrals, and support for over 90 years. The ASHA mission is to stop sexually transmitted diseases and their harmful consequences to individuals, families and communities. ASHA ... [... more]
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United States
The Herpes Resource Center (HRC) has an affiliated network of local support (HELP) groups for people concerned about herpes simplex virus. The groups provide a safe, confidential environment where participants can get accurate information and ... [... more]
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What is cervical dysplasia?
How can a person get the types of HPV that cause cell changes? When a female goes to a clinic or her health care provider for a Pap smear, they are screening the cells on her cervix to make sure that there are no abnormal or precancerous changes. ... [... more]
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