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Gonorrhea for Teens
The STD gonorrhea can be very dangerous if it's not treated, even in someone who has mild or no symptoms. For information about how to protect yourself, read this article.
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Chlamydia for Teens
Chlamydia is an STD that often has no symptoms, so lots of people can have it and not know it. Read this article to learn how to protect yourself.
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Genital Warts (HPV) for Teens
You've probably heard lots about sexually transmitted diseases. The good news is that STDs can be prevented. For information on how to protect yourself and how to treat genital warts, read this article.
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Trichomoniasis for Teens
Trichomoniasis is a curable disease that can be passed from one person to another during sex. The good news is that it can be prevented. Read about how to protect yourself.
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Syphilis for Teens
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Early treatment can cure it and prevent long-term problems.
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Can Fingering or Oral Sex Cause an Infection? for Teens
It’s possible to get an infection from “fingering” (sex that involves fingers) or oral sex. One sign may be if your genitals stay itchy, sore, or red.
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What Can I Say to a Friend Who's Having Unprotected Sex? for Teens
Sex is a topic that can be hard to talk about, even with friends. Here's how to start a tough talk.
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HIV and AIDS for Teens
There is no cure for AIDS, which is why prevention is so important. Get the facts on HIV/AIDS, as well as how it affects the body and is treated, in this article.
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Talking to Your Kids About STDs for Parents
Your kids need to understand how STDs spread and how to protect themselves. Here's how to talk to them about sexually transmitted diseases.
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Abstinence for Teens
Abstinence is the only form of birth control that is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy. Abstinence also protects people against STDs.