Local health officials are monitoring a new sexually transmitted infection that is gaining attention. Trichophyton ...

The idea that sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) always announce themselves with uncomfortable or visible symptoms is a dangerous misconception that health experts are working to correct. Research ...

Sexually transmitted disease (STD) diagnoses in the United States rose by 23.8% between 2020 and 2023 in people over the age of 65 — the largest percentage increase among the cohorts analyzed. A team ...

Share on Pinterest The first case of a sexually transmitted form of ringworm has been reported in the United States. Bevan Goldswain/Getty Images Trichophyton mentagrophytes is a fungus that causes ...

Fungal infections in intimate areas are common but often ignored. A doctor explains causes, symptoms, treatment options, and ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are common infections passed on ...

Philadelphia and Memphis top the list of metropolitan areas with the highest incidence of STDs in the United States, according to an annual analysis of data from the Centers for Disease Control and ...

Despite improvements in the rates of sexually transmitted diseases across the country, the infection rate remains high in Georgia, especially for gonorrhea and chlamydia, according to data released ...

Sexually transmitted infections often begin with mild, easily ignored symptoms. A doctor explains why early signs like ...

Bacterial skin infections occur when bacteria enter through the surface of the skin. They can cause symptoms such as swelling and inflammation. Treatment may include topical or oral antibiotics.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) typically affect the genitals, rectum and throat. These infections can involve the eyes as the result of direct contact or spread through the bloodstream. Although ...