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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.

  • Birth Control: Abstinence for Parents


    Abstinence is the only form of birth control that is 100% effective in preventing pregnancy. Abstinence also protects people against STDs.

  • Should I Worry About Getting an STD? for Teens


    Even if someone has had only one sexual partner, there’s a chance of getting a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Here's how to stay safe.

  • Should Girls Who Aren't Sexually Active Be Vaccinated Against HPV? for Parents


    Find out what the experts have to say.

  • 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.

  • Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia for Parents


    Congenital adrenal hyperplasia (CAH) affects the adrenal glands, which make important hormones. Symptoms depend on a child's age, sex, and which hormones the adrenal glands make too little or too much of.

  • Cold Sores (HSV-1) for Teens


    Cold sores (also known as fever blisters) are pretty common and lots of people get them. So what causes them and what can you do?

  • What to Do About Warts for Parents


    Warts are common skin infections. They generally don't cause any serious problems, so usually don't need to be removed.

  • HPV Vaccine for Teens


    The HPV vaccine can help protect against the virus that causes genital warts and may lead to some kinds of cancer. Find out more in this article for teens.

  • Cold Sores for Parents


    Cold sores are small and painful blisters that appear around the mouth, face, or nose. They're very common and, while uncomfortable, usually go away on their own.