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What Happens at a Sexual Health Checkup?A sexual health checkup takes 15–30 minutes and is mostly a conversation plus a urine sample. Here's every step, from booking to results.
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How to Talk to a New Partner About STI TestingAbout 4 in 10 students discuss STI testing before sex, though 88% say it matters. When to bring it up, scripts that work, and what a reaction means.
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Water-Based vs. Silicone Lube: What's the Actual Difference?Neither water-based nor silicone lube is "better" — they do different jobs. Plus the WHO osmolality guideline 7 of 12 tested lubes fail, and when to use each.
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Why Am I Experiencing Pain During Sex? Common CausesUp to 3 in 4 women experience painful sex at some point. Common causes of pain during sex — physical, hormonal, psychological — and when to see a doctor.
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Condoms vs. Birth Control Pills: Which Protects You Better?Condoms are 87% effective with typical use; the pill is 93% — but only condoms protect against STIs. Here's what the data says, and when to use both together.
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How to Choose a Birth Control Method That Fits Your Life42.8 million US women use birth control, but the most popular method isn't the most effective. Compare your options and find one that fits your real life.
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Can You Get an STI From Oral Sex? The Real Risk for Each OneYes, you can get several STIs from oral sex, often with no symptoms. HIV is the rare exception. Here's the per-infection risk, both directions.
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How Often Should You Get Tested for STIs? By SituationMost STIs cause no symptoms, so feeling fine tells you nothing. How often to test depends on your situation: the CDC schedule, plus window periods.
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