WHERE TO GET FREE HIV TESTING
You can get free HIV testing across the United States at a variety of locations that offer confidential or anonymous testing. Here's where to go and how to find a nearby...
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What Is AIDS? What Is HIV?
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...
TYPES OF HIV TESTING
HIV/AIDS Tests There are accurate tests to identify whether or not you have been infected with the HIV virus. These can be done in the clinic or at home with...
HEPATITIS
HEPATITIS What is it? There are five types of hepatitis -- A through E -- all of which cause inflammation of the liver. Type D affects only those who also...
CHLAMYDIA (NGU)
CHLAMYDIA What is Chlamydia (NGU)? Treatment Chlamydia (misspelled as clamidia, chlamidia, clamydia, clymidia, chlymidia, clamidia, chlamidia, etc.) is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Chlamydia trachomatis, or simply chlamydia, is a bacterial infection caused...
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....
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...
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...
Blog-Sex Education
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. The...
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...
Get to know Syphillis and how it affects the human body
Syphilis is one type of sexually transmitted disease. Syphilis is the result of a bacterial infection of the genital tract by the bacterium Treponema pallidum. Syphilis is passed from...
Different types of Lubricants
WATER-BASED LUBRICANTSThese products are made from a water-soluble base. They are designed to be used with ALL adult toys and are condom safe. These lubes are slippery but may need...
