British researchers say a simple urine test could reduce men's risk of persistent chlamydia infection and the likelihood they will transmit the condition to their sexual partners. Read Summary >
According to new research, starting HIV antiviral treatment as soon as possible after diagnosis should be the standard of care for treating the condition--even for people in poorer countries where cost is a barrier to treatment. Read Summary >
Officials at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say recent trends suggest teens are reversing the positive changes in sexual behavior seen in previous studies. Read Summary >
Experts say simply asking a new sexual partner about sexually transmitted diseases isn't enough to get the whole picture about his or her exposure to STDs--or your risks of contracting them. Read Summary >
Results from a new study show that the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine is highly effective at preventing the precancerous lesions that can lead to cervical cancer. Read Summary >
According to a new study, HIV patients who are receiving highly active anti-retroviral therapy have arteries that are as stiff as healthy patients who have high blood pressure. Read Summary >
