Sexual Health & Education

Most people are familiar with the struggles faced by women and minorities trying to fight for equality, they aren’t aware that the LGBT community has some of the same problems. Learn more about the history of the LGBT community in America and their ongoing struggle for civil rights.

Most people know that condoms help prevent unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases. But there’s a lot more you need to know about condoms to use them safely and correctly. Check out these essential condom facts if you want to avoid any unpleasant surprises in the future. 

One of the most widespread STDs in the United States, chlamydia infects an estimated 4 million people every year. Chlamydia often goes undiagnosed, and long-term cases can cause sterility and other pregnancy complications. Learn more about chlamydia and see if you’re at risk for catching this common STD.

Gonorrhea, also known as the clap, infects 700,000 Americans every year. People with untreated gonorrhea have a higher risk of contracting and spreading HIV in addition to other health problems. Learn more about gonorrhea, including risk factors, symptoms and treatment.

While medical professionals debate the usefulness of breast self-exams as a screening tool for breast cancer, they can still serve an important role in your health. Breast self-exams help women become familiar with the normal look and feel of their breasts so they can detect any changes or potential problems as early as possible. Find out how to perform a breast self-exam.