Even asking people about insurance will discourage people from STD testing and treatment, said the 26-year-old, who had been worried about obstacles he might face to getting treatment as a foreign ...

Stigma also inhibits HIV self-test purchasing, as some might feel uncomfortable being seen buying an HIV test. There are mail-order programs providing free HIV self-tests, like the helpful CDC’s ...

Health Diseases Are at-home STD tests reliable? Except for HIV tests, the FDA hasn’t approved STD test kits for use outside a medical setting. By Liz Szabo / KHN Published Nov 21, 2022 9:00 PM EST ...

A non-reactive HIV test result generally means good news – you tested negative for the human immunodeficiency virus at the time of testing. However, understanding what this result truly means ...

Regular testing for STDs is crucial, even for monogamous, long-term relationships. Here's how to navigate the touchy topic with your loved one.