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I recently started taking birth control. I am on my second pack of pills, and I was wondering when it is safe to have sex without a condom?

Updated 22 December 2014 under Ask Us.

It is never really “safe” to have sex without a condom unless you and your partner are having sex for the very first time and you have never been sexually […]

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Can you get HPV from anal sex?

Updated 13 May 2014 under Ask Us.

Yes, definitely! You can get HPV from anal sex, vaginal intercourse, oral sex, or simply by sexual contact. HPV and genital warts are usually spread by direct skin-to-skin contact during […]

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How do you know if someone you know has had intercourse yet? Can you tell?

Updated 1 May 2014 under Ask Us.

There’s really no way to tell if a person has had intercourse yet, so if you’re in a relationship with someone, it’s a good idea to ask them. Besides not […]

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Is it true that most girls don’t have symptoms of chlamydia?

Updated 19 February 2014 under Ask Us.

Yes. Around 90% percent of women and 70% of men with chlamydia have no symptoms. If they do have symptoms, the symptoms usually start anywhere from 1-3 weeks after becoming […]

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I’m 15. How do I know if I’m ready to have sex and what are the negative effects?

Updated 22 January 2014 under Ask Us.

Deciding to have a sexual relationship is an important decision since it involves both your body and your emotions. You need to make sure that it is the right decision […]

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Gonorrhea

Updated 2 August 2022 under Health Guides.

Have you heard of “the clap,” or “a dose,” or “a drip”? These are all names for gonorrhea. Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection, or STI, caused by bacteria. […]

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Eye Health: General Information

Updated 8 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Eye health is about: Getting your vision screen by your primary care provider or an eye health specialist. Protecting your eyes during sports and other activities that could cause damage […]

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Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)

Updated 13 October 2021 under Health Guides.

PID is a serious infection usually caused by sexually transmitted infections (STI). It can cause problems including chronic pain and difficulty getting pregnant (infertility). It’s important to lessen your chance of […]

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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): General Information

Updated 27 August 2021 under Health Guides.

Anyone who has had sexual contact can get an STI. Men and women of all ages, regions, ethnic backgrounds, and economic levels can get STIs. According to the Center for […]

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Scabies

Updated 22 August 2021 under Health Guides.

Scabies is an infestation caused by a mite that burrows into the skin. When the mite burrows in the skin to lay its eggs, it causes an itchy rash. Who gets […]

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