Health December 13 Incurable, 'highly contagious' STD affects nearly 900 million people under age 50 HSV, or genital herpes, has affected millions of people around the world. Researchers and experts weigh in on the risks and developing treatments of the high-burden sexually transmitted infection.
STDs September 26 More than half of Americans with STDs were infected by cheating partners, survey finds A survey exposed how and where STIs are spreading in the U.S. A spokesperson for the research team and a sexual health expert react to the findings and offer prevention tips.
VIDEO September 25 Expert shares tips on ensuring sexual health at any age Dr. Gabe Gaviola, senior medical director of Everly Health in New York, shares the importance of testing for STIs ahead of the inaugural National Get Tested Day.
STDs August 19 First at-home syphilis antibody test gets FDA authorization as STD cases spike in US The first at-home, over-the-counter syphilis antibody test has been granted marketing authorization by the FDA. Experts weigh in on the significance of accessible testing as STI cases rise in the U.S.
Health June 6 Rare, sexually transmitted ringworm reported in NYC A new form of ringworm which looks like eczema and spread through sex was detected in a man in his 30s who slept with multiple other men on trips.
STDs March 7, 2024 STI rates shoot up in Europe due in part to riskier sexual behavior, European CDC says The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control released its most recent data on STI rates, showing that they surged in 2022 following the pandemic.
Cervical Cancer February 15, 2024 Cervical cancer deaths could be reduced with home HPV testing, study finds The National Cancer Institute announced a new program to study HPV testing via self-collection to prevent cervical cancer. Cancer experts Drs. Brian Slomovitz and Nicole Saphier discuss this method.
HEALTH February 6, 2024 As syphilis cases surge in the US, here’s what infectious disease experts want you to know Syphilis is surging in the U.S., reaching the highest numbers in nearly 75 years. Experts comment on potential reasons behind the spread, who’s at risk and how to combat the infection.
US January 30, 2024 Syphilis cases surge in the US, reaching levels unseen since 1950 In 2022, the U.S. saw a 9% increase in infectious syphilis cases, reaching the highest count since 1950, with a total surpassing 207,000, according to a federal government report.
US November 7, 2023 US health officials report alarming surge in syphilis cases in infants U.S. health officials are reporting a concerning increase in cases of syphilis in newborns. Syphilis caused 282 stillbirth and infant deaths, the CDC says.
HEALTH August 3, 2023 NIH selects Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo to succeed Fauci as top infectious disease expert The National Institutes of Health picked Dr. Jeanne Marrazzo to head the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases on Wednesday.
STDs July 21, 2023 Hawaii health officials call for action as syphilis cases rise The Hawaii Department of Health warned this week that expanded screening and treatment are crucial steps to address an increasing rate of syphilis cases there in women and newborns.
HEALTH July 20, 2023 Texas city reports syphilis outbreak amid 'limited supply' of penicillin drug As syphilis cases continue to spike across the U.S. — with some cities and states reporting outbreaks — there is growing concern about the availability of Bicillin to treat the infection.
STDs July 14, 2023 Houston health officials report syphilis outbreak, 128% spike in cases among women The Houston Health Department is warning residents of a syphilis outbreak which has sent cases among women soaring. The department is launching a rapid outreach response.
New Mexico October 6, 2022 New Mexico leads US with highest rate of congenital syphilis New Mexico is requiring medical providers to test pregnant women multiple times for syphilis, as the state ranks the highest in the U.S. for congenital syphilis cases.
HEALTH September 20, 2022 ‘Out of control’ STD situation prompts call for changes STD and HIV cases reached its highest point of infections in the nation since 1991 prompting U.S. health officials to call for treatments and prevention.
Arizona December 22, 2021 Arizona 6-year-old girl tests positive for STD, her dad's roommate is arrested A 26-year-old Arizona man has been arrested in connection with the sexual assault of a 6-year-old girl, according to the Pinal County Sheriff's Office in Peoria.
STDs November 13, 2021 Syphilis cases on the rise in the US: What to know Health care professionals are reportedly sounding the alarm as syphilis cases are on the rise in the U.S.
STDs November 12, 2021 11-year-old girl catches gonorrhea from swimming in hot spring An 11-year-old Austrian girl was reportedly infected with gonorrhea after bathing in a popular thermal pool while on vacation in Italy.
HEALTH November 10, 2021 Vermont first state to require access to condoms in all secondary schools: reports Vermont has reportedly become the first state to require all secondary schools, grades 7-12, to distribute condoms.
Cervical Cancer November 6, 2021 Vaccinating UK girls against HPV slashed cervical cancer rates, study finds Vaccinating girls against HPV has dramatically reduced cervical cancer rates, British researchers have found.
STDs July 31, 2020 Amid coronavirus, Alaska sees surge in syphilis cases Syphilis cases are on the rise in Alaska, according to multiple reports.
VIDEO February 12, 2020 What are the most common STDs? Amid public health funding cuts and clinic closures, the three most common sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise as U.S. infections increase
STDs February 11, 2020 What are the most common STDs? Here is a look at the diseases chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis.
Couples December 27, 2019 Man refuses to believe he gave multiple women STD in viral text exchange A man confronted by a woman who said he exposed her to an STD refused to accept the claim in a text message exchange that has gone viral.
STDs October 14, 2019 Hawaii's spike in STDs linked to online dating The U.S. continues to see a rise in the number of sexually transmitted diseases, according to health officials — and in Hawaii, the increase is believed to be linked to online dating.
STDs September 3, 2019 Man diagnosed with rare syphilis infection in brain after struggling to walk, talk A man was diagnosed with syphilis infection in the brain, known as neurosyphilis, after he struggled to walk and talk normally for months.
VIDEO April 23, 2019 Dallas woman’s gonorrhea spreads to her hands and body Texas woman receives gonorrhea diagnosis after rash erupts on hands, body
STDs April 23, 2019 Texas woman receives gonorrhea diagnosis after rash erupts on hands, body A 20-year-old woman in Dallas, Tex., rushed to the hospital after waking one morning with a bumpy rash on her arms, legs, scalp and torso — and was soon after informed her unusual skin lesions were caused by a sexually transmitted disease (STD) that can cause serious complications if left untreated.
