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HPV

It’s the most common sexually transmitted infection in the United States.

HPV Is Incredibly Common—But Most People Still Don’t Know It Can Cause Various Cancers

The vaccine, which is recommended for all young people, can prevent most types.

We Pretty Much All Have HPV. Should That Affect How We Have Sex?

HPV should just not exist, but here we are.

Does HPV Go Away on Its Own or Does It Stick Around Forever?

Ob-gyns explain how long HPV can stay in your system.

How to Keep Your Vagina Healthy During Swimsuit Season

Don’t let infections or irritation kill your summer vibe.

Love Oral Sex? Great, Let’s Talk STIs.

Learn how to have fun safely. 

10 Vaginal Problems You Should Tell Your Gyno About

Don’t ignore these seemingly minor symptoms.

Cervical Cancer Rates Are Falling Dramatically Thanks to HPV Vaccines

A new U.K. study provides compelling evidence.

Marcia Cross Reveals the ‘Gnarly’ Side Effects of Her Anal Cancer Treatment

The actor is done with the stigma surrounding the condition. 

10 Things Your Gynecologist Wants You to Stop Freaking Out About

These doctors have seen it all.

Here Are All the Vaccines You Actually Need as an Adult

Vaccines aren’t just for kids.

If You Don't Wear Shower Shoes in the Locker Room, I Don't Know What to Tell You

Does athlete’s foot sound like a joke to you?

Sexually Transmitted Disease (std) Symptoms

Symptoms of sexually transmitted diseases aren't always obvious. Learn about some of the more common and possible symptoms.

9 Things to Know Before You Try Strap-On Sex

Buckle up for a (hopefully) wild ride.

Before I Was President of Planned Parenthood, I Was Diagnosed With Cervical Cancer at a Routine Screening

Opinion: More of us have these stories than you may think.

This Country Singer’s Sore Throat Turned Out to Be Tonsil Cancer

What you need to know about the disease.

Ob/Gyns Share 11 Ways to Make a Pap Smear Easier on You and Your Vagina

Because we know no one looks forward to this.

Here's Why Sexually Transmitted Infection Rates Are So High, According to STI Experts

There’s actually some good news.

Can I Get a Pelvic Exam or Pap Smear on My Period?

Inquiring vaginas want to know.

5 STDs You Can Have Without Knowing It

These infections don't always cause symptoms.

The HPV Vaccine Is Now FDA-Approved for People Over 26: What You Need to Know

Why it's so important to get vaccinated.