THESE ARE TOTAL MYTHS ABOUT STIs
Despite sexually transmitted infections being widespread, there are still misconceptions. It’s imperative that we understand how to manage and prevent life-altering (and sometimes life-threatening) infections—including HPV, meningitis, and HIV.
Our sexual health expert, Dr. Evan Goldstein, busts five of the most common myths about STIs:
MYTH #1: The HPV vaccine is only meant for preteen girls.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the human papillomavirus is the most common STI. Nearly 80 million people—about one in four Americans—have HPV. The CDC recommends the HPV vaccine for young women through age 26 and young men through age 21—except for men who are gay, bisexual, trans, or HIVpositive, in which case the vaccine is also recommended through
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