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If you are sexually active and do not want to get pregnant (or get your partner pregnant), you may want to think about contraception, also known as birth control. There are many birth control options including the pill, IUD, vaginal ring, the implant, and more. Below is your guide to birth control to help you […]

It’s time to take control of your sexual and reproductive health. Family planning and reproductive health services are for everyone. If you are sexually active, you can benefit from these services, regardless of your gender identity. Your sexual health is an important part of taking care of your overall health and the health of your partner. […]

While internal condoms (sometimes called female condoms) aren’t as popular to use, they can be a great option when practicing safer sex. An internal condom is inserted into your vagina, working the same way that other condoms do, except that you wear it inside of you instead of putting it on a penis. When used […]

Not having sex is the only surefire way to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancies. But, when used correctly, condoms can be up to 98 percent effective in preventing STIs and pregnancy. That’s why it is important to know how to properly put on and use a condom before you’re in the moment. […]

HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system, making it easier to get other infections and diseases. Many people with HIV may not have symptoms for years after becoming infected, or they might feel perfectly healthy. About 1 in every 7 people who contract HIV, don’t know that they have it. That’s why […]

In the United States, for people over 21, drinking alcohol may play a large role in their social lives. But when it comes to your sexual health, you may wonder if alcohol affects how your birth control works. Alcohol affects how your birth control works. There are some risks to consider, especially if you use […]