What is STDs And How to be safe from it.

What Is STD:

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are caused by infections that are passed from one person to another during sexual contact.
These infections often do not cause any symptoms. Medically, infections are only called diseases when they cause symptoms. That is why STDs are also called "sexually transmitted infections." But it’s very common for people to use the terms "sexually transmitted diseases" or "STDs," even when there are no signs of disease.

How to be safe from STD:

1. Abstaining from sex is the only sure way to avoid HIV infection, including other sexually transmitted disease (STDs) and pregnancy. Remember that if you are not sure of about your partner, yourself, or your relationship, your safest choice is not to have sex.

2. Discover other ways to show affection without having sex. These include communicating feeling through talking and actions—going to movies, shopping at malls, buying flowers, enjoying time together-studying, etc.

3. Exploring sexual activities other than intercourse as a way to show affection. These include kissing, hugging, touching, massage, fantasizing, etc.

4. Don’t let drinking or other drug use change your mind about risking HIV infection. Make decisions while you are sober and stick to them.

5. Make decisions with your partner before you are sexually involved, since both partners are responsible for preventing infection. If you decide to have sex, always use a latex condom.

6. Don’t shoot drug; sharing needles (including ear piercing, tattooing) is a dangerous easy way to pass HIV.

7. Find out more information about STDS/HIV/AIDS by talking with your parents, physician, school nurse, health teacher. There is plenty of information about STDs on this website. If you have been exposed and you are worried, don’t wait , visit your doctor or clinic for HIV testing which is confidential or anonymous. Early detection and treatment can save your life.

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