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Genital herpes: how do you get it and how can it be prevented ?
What is genital herpes ? Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the herpes simplex viruses type 1 (HSV-1) and type 2 (HSV-2). Most...read more
Pregnancy and STDs: how does that work ?
Can pregnant women become infected with STDs ? Yes, women who are pregnant can become infected with the same sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) as women who are not pregnant. Pregnancy doe...read more
Questions and answers about vaginal yeast infection
What is a vaginal yeast infection? A vaginal yeast infection is irritation of the vagina and the area around the vagina, called the vulva. It is caused by an overgrowth of the fungus or yeas...read more
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
What are sexually transmitted diseases? Sexually transmitted diseases (previously termed venereal disease or VD) are serious infections of the reproductive organs acquired during sexual contact. They may cau...read more
