HERPES (Herpes Simplex) -Type 2
HERPES (Herpes Simplex) What is it? Two types of a viral infection characterized by periodic outbreaks of painful sores. Stress, sunburn, and certain foods are the primary causes of a herpes outbreak....
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Syphilis
SYPHILIS (SIFF-i-lis) What is it? A bacterial infection caused by an organism called a spirochete. How is it contracted? Through oral, anal, or vaginal sex, or via intimate touching or kissing. Mothers can...
Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Pubic Lice (Crabs) CRABS (Pubic Lice) What is it? Tiny insects that live off human blood. Although they're often found around the genitals, they can live in any part of...
Genital Warts (HPV)
Genital Warts (HPV) It's not necessary to have sexual intercourse to get a sexually-transmitted disease (STD). The human papillomavirus (HPV) that causes genital warts can be transmitted by close...
CHANCROID (SHANG-kroid)
What is it? A bacterial infection that results in sores on the mouth, throat, lips, anus, tongue, vagina, or penis. How is it contracted? You can get chancroid sores or spread them...
What are Condoms?
What Are Condoms? A Condom is a thin rubber sheath worn on a man's penis during sexual intercourse as a contraceptive or as protection against infection. Types of Condoms There are...
What is a STD (Sexually Transmitted Disease)?
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infections that can be transmitted through sexual contact with an infected individual. These are also termed sexually transmitted infections or STIs. STDs can be transmitted...
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AIM To increase education and awareness, especially among the younger members of the community. Miami Dade County continues to have one of the highest HIV infection rates in the nation....
What Is AIDS? What Is HIV?
AIDS (Acquired immune deficiency syndrome or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) is a disease caused by a virus called HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). The illness alters the immune system, making people much more vulnerable...
