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Why are mpox cases in the U.S. on the rise again?
News

Why are mpox cases in the U.S. on the rise again?

Experts point to a lag in vaccination rates in addition to other looming new threats.

Government steps in to stop ongoing syphilis spike
Prevention

Government steps in to stop ongoing syphilis spike

As cases continue to surge in the U.S., recent federal efforts aim to tackle the alarming trend.

As Syphilis Cases Rise, Clinics Struggle to Get Proper Antibiotic
Sex & Dating

As Syphilis Cases Rise, Clinics Struggle to Get Proper Antibiotic

The preferred treatment for syphilis is in short supply, and experts are urging the White House to intervene.

Syphilis Has Increased 128% Among Women in Houston Since 2019
STD/STI

Syphilis Has Increased 128% Among Women in Houston Since 2019

Experts say it's especially vital for pregnant women to get tested for the treatable but potentially life-threatening STI.

Listen to Dr. Levine: Take syphilis seriously
Opinion

Listen to Dr. Levine: Take syphilis seriously

Dr. Rachel Levine, the transgender Assistant Secretary for Health, has a warning everyone in our community should heed.

At risk for syphilis or chlamydia? There’s a PEP for that
STD/STI

At risk for syphilis or chlamydia? There’s a PEP for that

Doxycycline may be the next frontier for queer men and trans women at high risk for certain STIs.

New York's plan to stop STIs
PEP

New York's plan to stop STIs

The city wants doctors to prescribe a preventative drug that can stop diseases like syphilis.

STI Rates, Including HIV, Could Spike Due to Medicaid Cuts
News

STI Rates, Including HIV, Could Spike Due to Medicaid Cuts

As Sexual Health Awareness Month draws to a close, we can't ignore the dangers of continued health care budget cuts.

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Love & Sex

How to (Safely) Enjoy National Anal Sex Day

What started as a joke has become an open celebration.

Queer men aren't the only ones affected by recent syphilis spike
News

Queer men aren't the only ones affected by recent syphilis spike

Maternal syphilis rates in the U.S. have tripled in recent years, CDC report shows, raising infection risk for infants.

CDC Greenlights Regular Mpox Vaccination for Those Most at Risk
News

CDC Greenlights Regular Mpox Vaccination for Those Most at Risk

Organization advisers vote to recommend routine use of mpox vaccines in order to protect people in high-risk groups.