Look familiar? This is all girls and women are taught about their "lady parts" in health class or sex ed. I bet all of you reading this could identify all (or nearly all) of these parts without the labels. But what about the parts we can actually see? How many of us know the difference between the labia minora and majora or the mons pubis? Researchers at USC recently published a study where they tested women about their knowledge of their lady parts. The average score was 66%

artwork by Elisa Riemer Ahhh...vaginal discharge. Just the word makes some people uncomfortable. But it shouldn't! Vaginal discharge is like sweat from the vagina - and most discharge is completely normal! For more information, check out the latest blog from my sister campaign (Tryst Network) where I encourage all women to "Take Charge of Your Discharge!" #smartvagina #vagina #discharge #healthclass #womenshealth #anatomy #reproductivehealth #sexualhealth #takecharge #sexed #

Image: Yes Means Test, American Sexual Health Association The latest data from CDC shows that STDs in the US have increased for the fourth year in a row. Chlamydia is the most common disease reported to the CDC with 1.7 million cases reported in 2017 - almost half of those in women and girls age 15-24. Not sure if you should be tested? Check out my earlier post to learn more. If you're ready to get tested, check out my shesources page for interactive search tools for testing