Read about the benefits of the HPV vaccine in protecting against this STD, which can lead to cervical cancer. Be sure to talk to your doctor.

Article presents interesting and startling research that suggests teens who pledge abstinence are more likely to engage in other sexual behavior and just as likely as peers to have STDs.

Watch as one expert discusses the effectiveness of condoms against STDs and the HPV virus.

Educate yourself on STDs with these excellent, in-depth articles on all sexually transmitted diseases. You'll also find fact sheets, QAs and news articles.

The birds and bees talk not working? Read this clear, comprehensive article for advice on talking to your kids about STDs and sexual education in general.

These 10 tips provide you with the tools to be smarter about having safe sex and protecting against STDs.

Look to this frank guide for the various methods you can use to protect yourself and your partner against STDs.

Begin your research on STDs here with this basic, clear-cut intro that includes definitions and links to common sexually transmitted diseases.

Get a detailed, medical perspective of HIV. Learn how this STD was discovered, its prevalence, risk factors, treatment and more.

Especially created for teens, with sections for boys and girls, this large collection of articles explores your changing body, STDs, birth control and more.

This overview nicely lays out concrete, useful tips for talking with your child about STDs and sexual health.

Explore this resource center with interactive, informative sources on STDs, birth control, anatomy and more.

Click on each sexually transmitted disease for a short explanation of how each is transmitted. Some pages do have graphic photos.

Examine this chart for STD symptoms. Be aware that the majority of women don't show any signs, so it's important to get tested.

Going for a STD screening can be nerve-racking. Find out precisely what happens during an appointment.