Sexually Transmitted (STDs)

sexually transmitted infection and disease

STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease. STDs are sometimes known as STIs (or Sexually Transmitted Infections). STDs are passed from person to person through bodily fluids, including those that are exchanged during sexual activity. Common STDs include herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis, and the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). These diseases are unpleasant and can cause serious long-term health effects, and some STDs can be fatal; however, there are a number of steps you can take to drastically reduce your chances of contracting an STD.

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