sexual health
Mythbusting The HPV Vaccine
I’m an HPV vaccine evangelist. Every opportunity I get, I stand on my metaphorical soap box and preach to everyone who will listen about why it’s so important to get vaccinated against HPV. But it wasn’t always like this.
Sexuality in Color: STI Risk and Stigma in Communities of Color
STI rates are higher in communities of color. Get the facts so you can fight the stereotypes.
The Real Deal On HIV, PrEP, and PEP
Is pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) for HIV prevention right for me? When should I use post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)? Get the answers to these and other PEP/PrEP questions, right here!
Even the Cutest Kittens: The Upbeat Song About STI Testing You Didn't Know You Needed.
When an email came into the Scarleteen inbox with kittens in the title, we were excited, of course (because kittens!) but unsure what to expect. What we got was this gloriously weird video for a cheerful little ditty about getting tested for STIs.
Reproductive Coercion: An intimate partner violence you might be overlooking
What is reproductive coercion, how can you spot it and what can you do about it if you do?
Pills (and other hormonal contraceptives) By Post May Save Your Hide
A guide to accessing hormonal contraception (regular and emergency) via online mail-order pharmacies and other helps when access in the United States is looking grim.
Endometriosis - Why You Shouldn't Ignore Severe Period Pains
What's endometriosis and what can you do about it?
Trans Summer School: Dating While Trans, Yes You Can!
The lowdown on how to date and have sex as a trans or otherwise gender nonconforming person.