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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Doxy PEP Guidance
MDH published the Recommendations for the Use of Doxycycline for Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (Doxy PEP) to Prevent Certain Bacterial STIs (PDF). Doxy PEP may be an option for some patients to prevent the infection and spread of certain STIs.
Syphilis Is On the Rise
The CDC: STI Data and Statistics highlights the urgency of continuously increasing reported cases of syphilis nationwide, and in Minnesota. All communities in Minnesota should be vigilant, recognize the presence of syphilis, and take steps to get the word out about screening and prevention. Learn more at Syphilis.
New 2021 STI Treatment Guidelines
The CDC's 2021 STI Treatment Guidelines have been updated. For an overview of important changes, review the 2021 STI Treatment Guideline Highlights (PDF).
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Common STIs
More information about STIs
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) may also be known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). These are infections caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites that are spread through sexual activity, specifically anal, vaginal, and oral sex. Some STIs, such as hepatitis B and HIV, are also transmitted through blood-to-blood contact, through sharing syringes or equipment to inject drugs, body piercing equipment or tattooing needles. Pregnant people with STIs may pass their infections to infants during pregnancy, birth, or through breast feeding.
Common STIs
- Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
- Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) (CDC)
- Chancroid
- Chlamydia
- Genital Herpes
- Gonorrhea
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV)/Genital Warts
- Lymphogranuloma Venereum (LGV) (CDC)
- Molluscum Contagiosum Virus (MCV) (CDC)
- Nongonococcal Urethritis (NGU): Urethritis and Cervicitis (CDC)
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) (CDC)
- Pubic Lice (crabs) (CDC)
- Retrovirus infections other than HIV (HTLV)
- Scabies (mites) (CDC)
- Syphilis
- Trichomoniasis (CDC)
More information about STIs
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STI basics, STI testing, partner information for people who have been diagnosed with an STI, and information for people who have been sexually assaulted. - STI Statistics
Graphs, tables and text that describe trends in sexually transmitted diseases (STIs) in Minnesota. - STI Information for Health Professionals
Health notices, information on reporting and treating STIs, expedited partner therapy (EPT), and other tools and resources. - STI, HIV, and Hepatitis Risk Assessment
Integrated risk assessment tool for health and social service providers - STI and HIV Training and Resources
Free online CE training modules, capacity-building resources, Minnesota-specific trainings, and more. - STI/HIV Partner Services Program
The Partner Services Program offers people who have been diagnosed with HIV or an STI free medical, prevention, and other services, including help with partner notification.