chlamydia and gonorrhea
Chlamydia and gonorrhea are common but easy to prevent and cure. Get the facts on testing, condoms, Doxy-PEP, and treatment.
Syphilis During Pregnancy Awareness Day
Today, August 24, 2026 is Syphilis During Pregnancy Awareness Day. New York is the only state in the nation with a dedicated awareness day to combat congenital syphilis. This year, the state highlights its ongoing prevention, testing, and treatment efforts.
addressing syndemics
New York State faces a syndemic of HIV, hepatitis C, substance use, and sexually transmitted infections, driven by social and structural factors like poverty and limited healthcare access. This page explores NYS trends and how integrated health service delivery can improve care and reduce disparities.
NYS DOH AIDS Institute launches new social media campaign
NYS DOH AIDS Institute launches the My Sexual Health Glow Up campaign to promote women’s sexual health across New York. Learn how open conversations, confidence, and empowerment support better sexual health — plus access campaign resources and toolkits.
Raising Awareness About Doxy-PEP for STI Prevention
Doxy-PEP is a way to help prevent getting STIs including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and/or syphilis by taking the antibiotic doxycycline 24-72 hours after condomless sex. In an effort to advance sexual health in New York State, OSHE has recently developed and launched a Doxy-PEP webpage, and is also conducting a survey about using Doxy-PEP to prevent bacterial STIs.