Fragmented Reproductive Health Care: How to Get the Care You Need
California women face a fragmented reproductive health system. See what the data shows and how to find preventive, birth control & gynecology care.
What is HPV and How is it Spread?
Learn about HPV (Human Papilloma Virus), the most common STI in the US. Here, we cover how HPV is transmitted, symptoms, and prevention methods.
How soon after unprotected sex will an STD show up on a test?
When you can test positive actually depends on which STD you may have come into contact with. For example, it can take three months for HIV to show up on a test.
How does HIV testing work?
Though there is no cure for HIV, treatment options greatly reduce transmission and symptoms. Book an appointment to get tested through FPA.
Topic Tuesday: My partner told me he has an STI. Did he cheat on me?
Unfortunately, the only way to obtain a sexually transmitted infection is through sexual activity. If you have not been tested for STIs recently, it is also po
Topic Tuesday: My boyfriend has a "bump" on his penis. What could it be?
The most common cause of a penile "bump" would be Herpes (HSV). Herpes comes in two forms: HSV-1 (usually affects the mouth) and HSV-2 (usually affects the geni
Topic Tuesday: Can STI's be spread during oral sex?
Topic Tuesday: Can STI's be spread during oral sex?
Topic Tuesday: STD with the use of a Condom
I had a one-night stand with someone and we used a condom. Could I still get an STD? It is great that you used a condom! When having sex with someone you just