get tested – get cured If you were born between 1945 and 1965, you should get tested for Hep C. Baby boomers are five times more likely to have Hep C, according to the CDC. Hep C is a liver disease caused by a viral infection. If left untreated, it can cause liver damage, liver…
Treatment
DoxyPEP: The STI “Morning After Pill”
antibiotics for STI prevention DoxyPEP is an antibiotic that you can take after sex to prevent a sexually transmitted infection (STI). stop STIs before they occur DoxyPEP is a post-exposure preventative treatment for syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. Think of it as a morning-after pill for bacterial STIs. When should I take DoxyPEP?Ideally, you should take…
Ask Rose
Rosemarie Surowiec, PA-C, is a sexual health expert! We sat down and asked her questions about STIs and PrEP. Q: Is there a difference between an STD and STI? A: No. STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease and STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infection. The correct phrase to use now is STI. Q: How do I know if…