Dear Kim, I have heard of STD’s like gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, but I don’t really know that much about each of them. What is the difference? What symptoms do each of them have, and how are they treated? Sincerely,STD Confusion Dear Confusion, It is easy to mix up all the different STDs – it’s […]
CONTINUE READINGDear Kim, I get an STD test regularly to keep myself and my partners safe, but I have a question about part of the testing process. Before the test, my provider always asks a ton of questions about my sex life, drug use, and relationships. To me, it seems kind of irrelevant. Why do providers […]
CONTINUE READINGDear Kim, I’ve heard a lot about PrEP. I am a single gay man and occasionally hook up, and my doctor has mentioned PrEP to me. How effective is it? Is it safe? Thank you,Sexual Prepper Dear Prepper, I’m so glad you asked! PrEP is a really great tool for a lot of people to […]
CONTINUE READINGIn October, we will be starting a NEW feature on our website: Ask Kim! Kim Adamski, our HIV Prevention Specialist, is here to answer your health-related questions. Email her at kima@hglhc.org, or call us at 860-278-4163 to ask a question, and your question may be featured!
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