Professional Societies & Organizations

The American Sexual Health Association, SoulPancake and Whitney Cummings teamed up to chat about why sexual health is so important. Whitney visits a local college in the #YESmeansTEST smoothie truck to help promote awareness. Watch the video:

The American Sexual Health Association's website YesMeansTest.org promotes their campaign "YES to Sex? #YESmeansTEST" providing facts on STD testing, especially for sexually active women under age 25. Visitors can find a free, fast and confidential testing clinic near them. Visit the site for more information: YesMeansTest.org

The American Sexual Health Association (ASHA) promotes the sexual health of individuals, families and communities by advocating sound policies and practices and educating the public, professionals and policy makers, in order to foster healthy sexual behaviors and relationships and prevent adverse health outcomes. Visit ASHA's website for more information: American Sexual Health Association (ashasexualhealth.org)  

The American Society for Microbiology (ASM) is the largest single life science society, composed of over 30,000 scientists and health professionals. ASM's mission is to promote and advance the microbial sciences. View ASM's publications, events, and resources: American Society for Microbiology (asm.org)  

Planned Parenthood delivers vital reproductive health care, sex education, and information to millions of people worldwide. View Planned Parenthood's information and resources: Planned Parenthood (plannedparenthood.org)  

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is the specialty's premier professional membership organization dedicated to the improvement of women's health. Its activities include producing the College's practice guidelines and other educational material. View ACOG's resources: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG.org)  

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention compiles comprehensive information on Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) and related conditions. View the information here: CDC STD Website (www.cdc.gov/std)