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STDs are on the rise. Here's what you can do (Hint: Get Tested)

Image: Yes Means Test, American Sexual Health Association The latest data from CDC shows that STDs in the US have increased for the...

The Latest on STIs

The latest CDC report shows an increase in chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis cases in the US for the third year in a row. Of these three...

US Maternal Health Crisis, Part 2. Postpartum health.

True confession time. During my pregnancy, I purchased and read just about every book available on how to be prepared for a newborn. From...

US Maternal Health Crisis, Part 1

Every day 2-3 women die in pregnancy or childbirth in the US Women in the US are 3 times more likely to die during pregnancy or within...

Harboring gonorrhea in your throat

Just when you thought it was safe to engage in "everything but" sex (pun intended) to maintain your virginity and please the...

What is the "Global Gag Rule" and why should you care?

Photo credit: K Culwell, 2013. Family Planning counselor in Ethiopia. The Global Gag Rule, also known as the Mexico City Policy, and now...

What do Texas and Kenya have in common?

Photo credit: K Culwell, 2017. Woefully inadequate sex education. Having recently traveled to Kenya and heard the voices of many young...