If you have recently been sexually active and are wondering whether you could have been exposed to a sexually transmitted disease, you are not alone. Asking the question is already a healthy first step. The short answer is yes. STDs are contagious, and they can pass from one person to another through blood, semen, vaginal
Learning you are pregnant often comes with many questions—especially if you’re worried about sexually transmitted diseases or infections (STDs/STIs). Some STDs/STIs can spread to your baby during pregnancy or delivery, but testing and treatment can significantly lower transmission risk and protect your health. If you haven’t been tested yet, now is a good time to
There are two general categories of abortion: medical and surgical. A medical abortion (the abortion pill) terminates a pregnancy with drugs, while a surgical abortion is more invasive and uses tools and suction to end and remove a pregnancy. If you’re thinking about having an abortion, make sure that you’re informed by understanding the side