Can You Get an STD From a Swimming Pool?
Published on May 19, 2021
The sun is shining and the smell of barbecue fills the air–a perfect day for swimming–and the last thing you want to worry about... Read More
Shawn
Shawn grew up in a small town in Illinois where sexual health was a topic that nobody dared to talk about openly. After getting a scholarship to The University of Chicago, he pursued a degree in Sociology, graduating in 2013. Shawn’s experience working with non-profits and charities brings great value to the Priority STD team, as he has worked directly with underinsured and poverty stricken communities in need of reproductive health services. When Shawn isn’t writing or counseling, he can be found in the park with his dog, Monty, or riding his bike.
Are STDs Contagious?
Published on April 8, 2021
While each sexually transmitted disease (STD) can pose varying degrees of transmission risk and methods in which they can be spread, all STDs are... Read More
STD Sores: What Do They Look Like?
Published on March 18, 2021
While most STDs show no visible STD symptoms and are difficult to diagnose without a proper STD test, there are several that can cause... Read More
STD Testing Comparison: The Best STD Testing Companies 2021
Published on January 27, 2021
If you’re in the process of trying to get tested and looking for an STD testing comparison of different providers, we’ve assembled this helpful... Read More
STD Statistics and Data: A Comprehensive Guide
Published on July 27, 2020
From 2013 to 2018, the United States has seen exponential growth in the spread of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). As reported by the World... Read More
Private Testing Centers vs At-Home Testing for STDs: The Pros and Cons
Published on April 27, 2020
Maybe you are considering getting tested for STDs, or you’ve already made the decision. In either case, you might be overwhelmed with thinking about... Read More
Is Hepatitis A a Sexually Transmitted Disease?
Published on April 8, 2020
While hepatitis A, hepatitis B and hepatitis C, all cause liver inflammation, they are different diseases caused by different viruses. The latter two may... Read More
STD List: The 5 Most Common STDs for Females and the Symptoms Women Can Expect
Published on April 7, 2020
While neither sex is immune to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), there is a marked difference in the impact that STDs have on men and... Read More
Do Condoms Prevent STDs?
Published on September 19, 2019
Condoms are often one of the first types of birth control we learn about in our youth. Some of us were taught about them... Read More
Is Scabies an STD?
Published on December 11, 2018
Is scabies an STD? In short, no. This contagious skin condition is most commonly passed through non-sexual skin-to-skin contact. However, it can technically be... Read More