For decades, bacterial vaginosis has been treated as a women’s health issue—but new research suggests treating male partners could dramatically cut recurrence rates.

Health experts say an Australian study linking sexual activity to an infection that 1 in 3 U.S. women contract has provided a new tool to prevent recurrences, as well as find a cure.

Women experience fewer repeat infections with bacterial vaginosis when both they and their male sex partners receive antibiotics.

Landmark study shows treating both partners for bacterial vaginosis improves outcomes, but experts suggest there may be more to the story.

Bacterial vaginosis, which affects nearly 1 in 3 women, should be considered a sexually transmitted disease, according to a new study.