Sexually Transmitted Disease

Always avoid sex with anyone who has genital sores, a rash, discharge or
other disease symptoms. The only time unprotected sex is safe is if you and your
partner have sex only with each other, and if it’s been at least six months
since you each tested negative for STDs. Otherwise you should:

  • Use latex condoms every time you have sex. (If you use a lubricant, make
    sure it’s water-based.) Use condoms for the entire sex act. Condoms are not 100% effective at preventing disease or pregnancy. However, they are extremely effective if used properly. Learn how to use condoms correctly.

  • Avoid sharing towels or underclothing.
  • Wash before and after intercourse.
  • Get a vaccination for hepatitis B.
  • Get tested for HIV.
  • If you have a problem with drug or alcohol abuse, get help. People who are drunk or on drugs often fail to have safe sex.
  • Consider that not having sex is the only sure way to prevent STDs.
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