At Biem, we’ve talked with hundreds of people about their sexual health, and the question we hear most often is: “How and when do I ask my partner(s) about their STD test status?”   This question is scary because we worry about how our partner(s) will react. What if they’re offended? What if […]

Kristen Mancinelli, MSPH, Director of Education at Extend Fertility   You probably already know that getting checked and treated for sexually transmitted infections is an essential part of caring for your health—and the health of your partner(s). But if you’re a woman who wants to start a family one day (or you’re having sex with […]

Guest Blogger: Caroline C. Tobar At the back of my 7th grade classroom, a shoebox sat atop a desk. This was no ordinary shoebox however; it contained a thin slot on its lid, was covered by night black cardboard paper, and sat adorned with a single phrase, splayed out in ominous white cursive: The Question […]

College—an exciting time for many. From football games to new friends to partying, it’s definitely an environment where many feel free and invincible. Students are exploring and partaking in alcohol, recreational drugs, and sexual activity. Although it may seem fun and exciting, this freedom and new adventure comes with an increase in the possibility of […]

NEW YORK CITY – At the press of a button on your smartphone, a new app provides the easiest way to talk with a sexual healthcare professional, get tested for STDs, share results, and be notified if a person you have been with tests positive in the future. In the U.S., 50% of people with […]