The American Sexual Health Association (ASHA)
- The American Sexual Health Association (ASHA) is one of the most trusted sources of reliable information on STDs/STIs and sexual health
I Wanna Know - Information for young people - sponsored by the ASHA
Quiero Saber - From the ASHA – STD information for Spanish speakers!
Other STD References (US)
- An easy to read ‘just the facts’ link addressing common and uncommon STDs
- Information, statistics, STD resources, and treatment guidelines for sexually transmitted diseases (STD) from the CDC’s Division of STD Prevention.
- Information about STDs and sexual health for teens
- Sexual health answers about the unique challenges, opportunities and the joy of sex and intimacy in your later years
- The highest-ranked website for sex education and sexuality advice online
STD/Sexual Health References by Country
Canada
- The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) is one of North America’s oldest national organizations devoted to the specialty of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
United Kingdom
- A sexual health charity providing positive, informed, and non-judgmental sexual health services, education and resources
- A variety of sexual health services that are free and available to everyone regardless of sex, age, ethnic origin and sexual orientation
- Free and confidential sexual health services and advice for young people under 25
Australia
- Developed by Marie Stopes International of Australia to provide a comprehensive source of information about sexually transmitted infections and infections of the reproductive system
- Melbourne Sexual Health Centre is a free, walk-in clinic providing testing and treatment for sexually transmissible infections
- A sexual health information site by Marie Stopes International for those under 25
STD References By Type of STD
Chlamydia
- Established in January 2008 and is comprised of national non-profit organizations, health care professional associations, advocacy groups, health insurers, and local, state, and federal government representatives
CMV (Cytomegalovirus)
- Comprised of families, friends and medical professionals personally affected by CMV and committed to public education efforts to prevent future cases of the virus
Hepatitis
- A registered non-profit organization founded in 1997 by Alan Franciscus and other Hepatitis positive individuals to address the lack of education, support, and services available at that time for the HCV & HBV population
- Dedicated to liver health and the prevention of liver related diseases. They inform and educate by making available reliable and up-to-date facts
- A national non-profit organization solely dedicated to the global problem of hepatitis B. They are dedicated to finding a cure and improving the quality of life for those affected by hepatitis B worldwide
- Their mission is to facilitate, advocate and promote education, support and research for the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease
Herpes
- The Herpes Resource Center (HRC) focuses on increasing education, public awareness, and support to anyone concerned about herpes.
- The Herpes Viruses Association helps to improve life for people with herpes simplex
- An extensive range of articles relating to the herpes virus including conditions such as genital herpes, cold sores, chickenpox, and shingles
HIV/AIDs
- Their mission is to: Use the Web to lower barriers between patients and clinicians, demystify HIV/AIDS and its treatment, improve the quality of life for all people living with HIV/AIDS, and foster community through human connection
HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
- One of North America’s oldest national organizations promoting optimal women’s health through leadership, collaboration, education, research and advocacy in the practice of obstetrics and gynaecology
