Let's face it: Getting an STD test can be daunting. The traditional route — scheduling an appointment, enduring the endless waiting room stay, then finally meeting with a provider — all for a test ...

At-home STD tests are a convenient and discreet way to check for STIs from the comfort of your own home. These tests are becoming increasingly popular as they offer a more private and accessible ...

A study finds promising results on a new HIV prevention drug that's injected just twice a year. In the meantime, here's everything to know about HIV testing. Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, ...

If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, SheKnows may receive an affiliate commission. That’s why we’re so excited about at-home STD testing, ...

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Among the more remarkable legacies of the COVID-19 pandemic is how quickly federal regulators, the health care industry, and consumers moved to make at-home testing a reliable tool for managing a ...

*STDs are on the rise in the United States. Did you know that there’s been a 76% increase in the number of diagnosed syphilis cases — just in the past few years alone? That’s in addition to a 67% ...

Local resources like Planned Parenthood, community health centers, and student centers may offer subsidized STI testing. STI tests are also available for at-home testing. However, there is usually a ...

The FDA should approve the first HIV test for at-home use and over-the-counter sale, the agency's advisory committee said today in a unanimous 17-0 vote. The test is OraQuick from OraSure. It's a home ...

As a doctor, it can be hard telling a patient they are HIV positive. When a person goes in for an HIV test at a clinic, like the Be Well Clinic in Berkley, they meet with a trained consultant who will ...