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Public health officials in the UK have confirmed the first ever case of drug-resistant gonorrhea. The strain managed to resist all conventional treatments, including ceftriaxone, which is considered to be the last-resort option for bacterial infections. Learn more about this super infection in this article.

Hepatitis B is a highly contagious liver disease spread through direct contact with infected blood and other bodily fluids, sexual intercourse, intravenous drug injection, etc. The disease can also be passed on from mothers to children during childbirth. Read our latest guide to learn how to prevent or detect this dangerous disease.

On a world scale, trichomoniasis is more common than chlamydia and gonorrhea, with more than 5 million new cases every year in the US alone. The main issue with this STD is the fact that you or your doctor can’t rely on symptoms to diagnose it. Read our guide to learn all about the testing solutions you have at your disposal if you suspect a trich infection.

EverlyWell has gone a long way from its debut on ABC’s Shark Tank to becoming one of the most reputable lab testing companies on the market. Read this article to properly gauge some of the essential precision factors featured by the company and learn more about its accuracy and overall quality of service.

Herpes is an STD that appears in two forms. It is very important to know the type of infection you were potentially exposed to in order to take appropriate steps and get proper treatment. Read our detailed guide to all the testing solutions currently available and learn all about the causes of the infection and testing procedures.

The popularity of at-home STD tests that can be ordered online has started a wave of less-than-credible companies all over the US. You are absolutely right to doubt the legitimacy of every company until proven otherwise. Read this comprehensive post to find out if STD Test Express is legit or not and learn a bit more about the company as well.

PlushCare offers urgent care and internal medicine services through its business model based on telemedicine and online visits. From avoiding crowded waiting rooms to conversing with some of the best doctors in the country, PlushCare spells quality and convenience. Read this article for more information on PlushCare urgent care.

Sexually transmitted diseases can cause lasting health problems if detected too late and even death if left untreated for a prolonged period of time. The best way to deal with the most common infections in the US is to educate yourself and test regularly even if you think you don’t have any cause for concern. Learn more about STD dangers in our new post.

Chlamydia is the most commonly reported sexually transmitted disease in the US, which makes education about its cause, testing options, and treatment a very important segment of our lives. Read our latest post to learn all about the different testing solutions for chlamydia and what you can expect once you decide to go through with the procedure.

Gonorrhea is one of the most common STDs in the US, with more than 700,000 people infected each year. Detecting gonorrhea early and getting the right treatment is essential since this STD can cause permanent health problems and even death if undiscovered and left untreated. Read this post to learn all about the testing options available for gonorrhea.