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Herpes

Information on HSV-1 and HSV-2.
How to Have Safe Sex With Genital Herpes
Herpes

How to Have Safe Sex With Genital Herpes

There’s a ton of misinformation around this super-common STI—but a diagnosis doesn’t spell doom for your hookups.
10 Possible Causes of a Swollen Vagina or Vulva&-and How to Find Relief
Vaginal Health

10 Possible Causes of a Swollen Vagina or Vulva—and How to Find Relief

First, take a closer look at the products you’re using.
Love Oral Sex? Great, Let’s Talk STIs.
Sexually Transmitted Infections

Love Oral Sex? Great, Let’s Talk STIs.

Learn how to have fun safely. 
The Herpes Symptom Many People Miss
Herpes

The Herpes Symptom Many People Miss

Here’s what everyone gets wrong about cold sores.
No, the COVID-19 Vaccine Will Not Give You Herpes
COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

No, the COVID-19 Vaccine Will Not Give You Herpes

Here's what's really going on with those misleading claims.
Here’s Why Doctors Don’t Usually Test for Herpes
Herpes

Here’s Why Doctors Don’t Usually Test for Herpes

The answer is surprisingly reassuring.
Sexually Transmitted Disease (std) Symptoms
Sexually Transmitted Infections

Sexually Transmitted Disease (std) Symptoms

Symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases aren't always obvious. Learn about some of the more common and possible symptoms.
How to Talk to Your Partner About Getting Tested With Minimal Weirdness
Sexually Transmitted Infections

How to Talk to Your Partner About Getting Tested With Minimal Weirdness

It’s possible! (And smart.)
9 Questions That Will Help You Decode That Skin Rash
Eczema

9 Questions That Will Help You Decode That Skin Rash

Ask yourself these after wondering, “WTF is that?!”
So, You Got Semen in Your Eye. Here's What to Do
Sexual and Reproductive Health

So, You Got Semen in Your Eye. Here's What to Do

We’re wincing in sympathy.
Here's Why Sexually Transmitted Infection Rates Are So High, According to STI Experts
Sexually Transmitted Infections

Here's Why Sexually Transmitted Infection Rates Are So High, According to STI Experts

There’s actually some good news.
5 STDs You Can Have Without Knowing It
Sexually Transmitted Infections

5 STDs You Can Have Without Knowing It

These infections don't always cause symptoms.
What Tea Tree Oil Can and Can’t Do for Your Skin
Skin Health

What Tea Tree Oil Can and Can’t Do for Your Skin

The research is spotty, but here’s what experts know.
Understanding Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
Eczema

Understanding Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)

Causes, symptoms, and treatments of this itchy rash.
A Woman Claims She Got Herpes From Sephora Lipstick Samples
Sexual & Reproductive Health

A Woman Claims She Got Herpes From Sephora Lipstick Samples

Is this really possible?
The 9 Biggest Lies About STIs You Should Stop Believing Now
Sexual & Reproductive Health

The 9 Biggest Lies About STIs You Should Stop Believing Now

Your body will thank you.
These Are The STIs That Condoms Don't Protect Against
Sexual & Reproductive Health

These Are The STIs That Condoms Don't Protect Against

It's so important to get tested regularly.
There Could Be a Link Between Herpes and Alzheimer's
Alzheimer's Disease

There Could Be a Link Between Herpes and Alzheimer's

Here's what you should know.