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Sexually transmitted diseases (STD's) are caused by bacteria, parasites or viruses that you can get from having sex with someone who is infected. Although most STD's affect both men and women, they can cause more severe health problems in women. And a pregnant woman with an STD faces the possibility of having the disease affect her baby. In this section you can learn more about STD's as well as treatment and prevention.
Information Pages
Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Symptoms of STDs in Women
Reducing Your Risk of Genital Herpes
HERNews
“HIV Protection for Women Focus of New U.N. Plan,” March 3, 2010
HERArticles
“The Role of Gene Therapy in HIV Treatment,” March 25, 2010
“Trichomoniasis Advocacy Sheet,” March 24, 2010
“FAQ About Pregnancy and STDs,” March 23, 2010
“Syphilis Advocacy Sheet,” March 22, 2010
“All About Hepatitis C,” March 18, 2010
“Sexually Transmitted Diseases—Who is More at Risk? Teens or Adults over 50?” March 17, 2010
“Gonorrhea Advocacy Sheet,” March 17, 2010
“All About Hepatitis B,” March 16, 2010
“Genital Warts Advocacy Sheet,” March 15, 2010
“Pubic Lice Advocacy Sheet,” March 10, 2010
“Herpes Advocacy Sheet,” March 8, 2010
“Free Female Condoms: New Strategy for HIV/AIDS Prevention,” March 7, 2010
“Chlamydia Advocacy Sheet,” March 3, 2010
“HIV/AIDS Advocacy Sheet,” March 1, 2010
“Watch Out for Crab Lice!” January 19, 2010
Media Library
“Cervical Cancer and Genital Warts: How Does HPV Cause These Conditions” – Dr. Magtibay, February 25, 2010
Helpful Websites
CDC website: Sexually Transmitted Diseases, “April is STD Awareness Month”
GYT: Get Yourself Tested
By the age of 25, one in two young people will get a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Most won’t know it. GYT is about taking control of your (sex) life by getting testing—and talking openly about it. Getting tested is easier than before. What are you waiting for? GYT Today! Find the STD testing center nearest you (by zip code)