What's Going on With Americans and Syphilis?

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The U.S. has a big syphilis problem on its hands. New data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention shows that reported cases of the sexually transmitted infection once again climbed in 2022, reaching a total not seen in over 70 years. In slightly better news, reported cases of gonorrhea have taken a slight…

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There's Now an At-Home Test for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea

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Americans looking to stay on top of their sexual health have a new at-home option available to them. Earlier this month, the Food and Drug Administration authorized the first home test for chlamydia and gonorrhea.

There's Now a Tampon That Can Test for STIs

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A UK-based startup is hoping to turn their specialized tampons into a popular test for sexually transmitted infections. The company Daye has launched a new at-home screening service for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and other common STIs. The test is currently only available in the UK but will reportedly expand to the U.S.…

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Doctors are now prescribing doxy-PEP, a morning-after pill that helps prevent STIs like gonorrhea, chlamydia, or syphilis

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Some doctors aren't waiting for the official CDC recommendation to start prescribing doxy-PEP.

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TikTok's rising star Chris Olsen told millions of viewers he's had chlamydia 3 times, fighting stigmas with a funny storytime video about getting tested

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Chris Olsen outside of a fashion show in Paris.
Olsen outside of a fashion show in Paris.

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