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HIV and AIDS

What is HPV (Web)

HIV is an infection that breaks down your immune system and can lead to AIDS. There’s no cure, but treatment can help you stay healthy.

Pubic Lice

What is Pubic Lice (Web)

Pubic Lice, also known as "crabs" are small parasites that attach to the skin and hair near your genitals. Easy to get rid of with treatment you can get at the drugstore.

Syphilis

What is syphilis (Web)

Syphilis is a common bacterial infection. It’s easily cured with medicine, but it can be dangerous if you don’t treat it.

Trichomoniasis

What is Trichomoniasis (Web)

“Trich” is a major cause of vaginitis. It’s very common and easily treated.

Scabies

What is scabies (Web)

Scabies are tiny parasites that cause itching. Passed through skin-to-skin contact, usually during sex. Can be cured.

Molluscum Contagiosum

What is Molluscum Contagiosum (Web)

Molluscum Contagiosum is an infection that causes small bumps on your skin. It goes away by itself and usually isn’t dangerous.

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