Enjoy SAFER SEX, if ABSTINENCE is not your Choice
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Though not a popular belief, abstinence from sexual activity is the only sure way to prevent pregnancy, sexually transmitted infections and disease. But, there are safer sex practices that lower (but do not completely eliminate) the risk of catching or giving a sexually transmitted infection or becoming pregnant. Some sexual activities are much safer than others, though. These include: hugging, kissing, touching, and having intimate conversations. All other types of sex are more risky. Here are some facts, that might help to lower your risk:
Touching the genitals of another person, mutual masturbation, and vaginal, anal or oral sex are all sexual activities that can spread viruses, bacteria and parasites present on the skin, in the genital hair or in bodily fluids.
According to the CDC, practicing safer sex by using a male latex condom 100% of the time, can lessen, but not eliminate the risk of getting an STI, such as: herpes, chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhea, chancre, HIV/AIDS and trichomoniasis.
There is no evidence that practicing safer sex can lessen the risk of getting: hepatitis B, pelvic inflammatory disease, scabies, pubic lice or human papilloma virus, also known as HPV or genital warts.
So, safer sex only reduces and does not eliminate the risk of sexually transmitted infections and disease. For example, the CDC reports that condoms can reduce the risk of contracting HIV by 85%, but only if correctly and consistently used. The use of drugs and alcohol often clouds a person's judgement, neglecting condom use "just this once".
Touching the genitals of another person, mutual masturbation, and vaginal, anal or oral sex are all sexual activities that can spread viruses, bacteria and parasites present on the skin, in the genital hair or in bodily fluids.
Tips & Warnings
- Sex is designed to be an enjoyable, life-enhancing experience.
- Everyone must recognize, though, that many sexual activities carry potential consequences, such as STDs and unwanted pregnancy.
- NO CONDOM can offer complete protection.
- With male condoms, for example, skin surfaces like the scrotum and labia are in contact, allowing transmission of infection.
- And any condom may break or slip during sexual activity.
- Limit the number of sexual partners
- Avoid partners who use IV drugs or have had many other sexual partners Do not mix sex with alcohol or illegal substances. Doing so lessens the ability to practice safer sex.
- Seek healthcare right away if an STD or exposure to an STD is suspected.
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