STI

Your health is your responsibility. If you are sexually active, you are at risk of having a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Sexual activity includes vaginal sex, oral sex and anal sex — all of which can spread many STIs.

Common STIs are Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Herpes, HPV, HIV, Chlamydia – some of which have no cure. The more sexual partners you have, the more at risk you are of being exposed to infection. For more information, see the Sexual Exposure Chart.

Using contraception (even condoms) does not eliminate your risk of disease or pregnancy. To protect your health and prevent new diseases, unwanted pregnancies and emotional effects, practice safe sex. The only safe sex is no sex. Even if you’re already active, it’s not too late for a do-over. Take control of your sexual health today.

Get tested. If you are sexually active, you can have an STI, never know it, and pass it on to others. Ask your doctor about getting tested annually.