When getting a much-needed mani or pedi, usually the only things to worry about are the long wait time or your favorite color being out of ... Read More
STIs
TikTok Goes Viral After Friend Group Contracts Herpes At A Hookah Lounge
A young woman shared in a now-viral TikTok video that her friends contracted herpes after sharing a hookah. TikTok user Krystal shared a ... Read More
4 STDs You Can Get Without Making Love
Believe it or not, contracting a sexually transmitted disease (STD) can be as simple as shaking hands. That’s right, some infections can be ... Read More
Is Oral Sex Safer Than Vaginal Sex?
When it comes to the act of sex, many people classify oral sex as a performance in a category all its own that seems to float above the ... Read More
The “Silent” STD You Should Pay Attention To
More than 42 percent of adults between the age of 18 and 59 are infected with genital human papillomavirus (HPV) – the most common sexually ... Read More
The Most Common STD You’ve Never Heard Of
The sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) or sexually transmitted infections (STIs) most people know and would think of as common is ... Read More
5 STDs You Can Get While Using A Condom
While condoms can dramatically reduce the risk of getting or transmitting STDs, they can’t guarantee 100% protection from sexually ... Read More
Is Syphilis Making a Comeback?
Have you noticed some sudden changes on your skin lately? If so, you may want to consider scheduling an appointment with a dermatologist or ... Read More
7 Common Misconceptions About HPV Among Black People
Human Papillomavirus also known as HPV, is the most common sexually transmitted infection. HPV is usually harmless and goes away by ... Read More
3 Reasons To Try The Female Condom
There are lots of different ways to practice “safe sex.” The term safe sex primarily refers to protection against sexually transmitted ... Read More
9 Doctor’s Office Mistakes You’re Making
Doctors aren't perfect. But sometimes, patients unknowingly do things that may sabotage successful treatment. Are you doing certain things ... Read More
Superbugs are Killing People Every 15 Minutes
Drug-resistant superbugs are killing more than 35,000 Americans each year, averaging one death every 15 minutes, according to a new report ... Read More
