Herpes
Information on HSV-1 and HSV-2.

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.

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.



COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
No, the COVID-19 Vaccine Will Not Give You Herpes
Here's what's really going on with those misleading claims.

SELF Daily
Make your inbox healthier and happier with the latest SELF stories, delivered fresh daily.

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.

Sexually Transmitted Infections
How to Talk to Your Partner About Getting Tested With Minimal Weirdness
It’s possible! (And smart.)

Eczema
9 Questions That Will Help You Decode That Skin Rash
Ask yourself these after wondering, “WTF is that?!”

Sexual and Reproductive Health
So, You Got Semen in Your Eye. Here's What to Do
We’re wincing in sympathy.

Sexually Transmitted Infections
Here's Why Sexually Transmitted Infection Rates Are So High, According to STI Experts
There’s actually some good news.

Sexually Transmitted Infections
5 STDs You Can Have Without Knowing It
These infections don't always cause symptoms.

Skin Health
What Tea Tree Oil Can and Can’t Do for Your Skin
The research is spotty, but here’s what experts know.


Sexual & Reproductive Health
A Woman Claims She Got Herpes From Sephora Lipstick Samples
Is this really possible?

Sexual & Reproductive Health
The 9 Biggest Lies About STIs You Should Stop Believing Now
Your body will thank you.

Sexual & Reproductive Health
These Are The STIs That Condoms Don't Protect Against
It's so important to get tested regularly.
