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When a Rash Is the Only Clue: Could It Be Herpes?

This article addresses the occurrence of subtle rashes after sexual activity and the potential link to herpes, even in the absence of typical symptoms like pain, itching, or blisters. It describes real-life experiences of individuals who noticed faint rashes and explores the difficulty of recognizing herpes due to its often mild or asymptomatic presentation. The article outlines common non-STD causes of post-sex rashes, including friction, allergies, and yeast infections, and provides guidance on herpes testing, including PCR swabs and IgG blood tests, along with recommended timing.

How Herpes Spreads Through Kissing (Even Without Symptoms)

This article explores how herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1), commonly known as oral herpes, can be transmitted through kissing even in the absence of visible symptoms such as cold sores. The virus sheds asymptomatically from the skin, meaning it can spread silently and infect others without warning. It dispels common misconceptions that herpes only spreads through sexual intercourse or visible sores, emphasizing the high prevalence of HSV-1 and its ability to cause both oral and genital infections.

St Croix Regional Family Health Center

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Payment and Low Cost Options

  • Fee
  • Insurance Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Sliding Scale

  • Chlamydia Test
  • Conventional HIV Test
  • Gonorrhea Test
  • Hepatitis C Test
  • Herpes Test
  • Syphilis Test

  • HIV Test Counseling
  • HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
  • Hepatitis Prevention/Education
  • STI Prevention/Education

  • Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Family Planning
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine
  • Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
  • STI Treatment

  • Case Management

Health Access Network

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Payment and Low Cost Options

  • Insurance Accepted
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Sliding Scale

  • Chlamydia Test
  • Conventional HIV Test
  • Gonorrhea Test
  • Hepatitis C Test
  • Herpes Test
  • Syphilis Test

  • HIV Test Counseling
  • HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
  • Hepatitis Prevention/Education
  • STI Prevention/Education

  • Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Family Planning
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine
  • Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
  • Medication Adherence Education and Counseling
  • STI Treatment
  • Substance Abuse Treatment

  • Case Management

Health Access Network

Contact organization for eligibility

Payment and Low Cost Options

  • Insurance Accepted
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Sliding Scale

  • Chlamydia Test
  • Conventional HIV Test
  • Gonorrhea Test
  • Hepatitis C Test
  • Herpes Test
  • Syphilis Test

  • HIV Test Counseling
  • HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
  • Hepatitis Prevention/Education
  • STI Prevention/Education

  • Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Family Planning
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine
  • Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
  • Medication Adherence Education and Counseling
  • STI Treatment
  • Substance Abuse Treatment

  • Case Management

Hometown Health Center

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Payment and Low Cost Options

  • Fee
  • Insurance Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Sliding Scale

  • Chlamydia Test
  • Conventional HIV Test
  • Gonorrhea Test
  • Hepatitis C Test
  • Herpes Test
  • Syphilis Test

  • HIV Test Counseling
  • HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
  • Hepatitis Prevention/Education
  • STI Prevention/Education

  • Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Family Planning
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine
  • Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
  • STI Treatment
  • Substance Abuse Treatment

  • Drug Purchasing Assistance, including AIDS Drug Purchasing Assistance (ADAP)

Hometown Health Center

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Payment and Low Cost Options

  • Fee
  • Insurance Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Sliding Scale

  • Chlamydia Test
  • Conventional HIV Test
  • Gonorrhea Test
  • Hepatitis C Test
  • Herpes Test
  • Syphilis Test

  • HIV Test Counseling
  • HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
  • Hepatitis Prevention/Education
  • STI Prevention/Education

  • Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Family Planning
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine
  • Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
  • STI Treatment

  • Drug Purchasing Assistance, including AIDS Drug Purchasing Assistance (ADAP)

HPV Vaccinations Found To Protect Both Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Women

This long-term population study examines the real-world effectiveness of human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccines in preventing HPV infections among adolescent and young adult women, including those who remained unvaccinated. Conducted in Cincinnati from 2006 to 2023 and involving 2,335 participants aged 13–26, the research evaluated the impact of the 2-, 4-, and 9-valent HPV vaccines as community vaccination rates rose from 0% to 82% over 17 years.

Community Health and Wellness Center

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Free Services Available

  • Free HIV Test

Payment and Low Cost Options

  • Fee
  • Insurance Accepted
  • Medicaid Accepted
  • Medicare Accepted
  • Sliding Scale

  • Chlamydia Test
  • Gonorrhea Test
  • Hepatitis B Test
  • Hepatitis C Test
  • Herpes Test
  • Rapid HIV Test
  • Syphilis Test
  • TB Test

  • HIV Test Counseling
  • HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
  • Hepatitis Prevention/Education
  • STI Prevention/Education
  • TB Prevention/Education

  • Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
  • Family Planning
  • HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine
  • Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
  • Medication Adherence Education and Counseling
  • Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
  • STI Treatment
  • TB Treatment

  • Case Management