Teaching the basics of safe sex
Date: 2024-04-03 Author: Karina Ziganova Categories: BLOG 18+
One of the main strategies for preventing sexually transmitted diseases is teaching basic safe sex practices. Here are some important steps to help you reduce your risk of infection:
1. Use condoms. Condoms are the most effective way to protect against sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia and syphilis. Using condoms every time you have sex reduces the risk of transmission.
2. Test for sexually transmitted diseases regularly. If you're actively having sex, especially with different partners, it's important to be aware of your health status. Regular tests will help identify infections in the early stages and get timely treatment.
3. Discuss your preferences and medical history with your partner. Having an open conversation with your partner about your sexual experiences and medical history will allow you to make mutually informed choices about what protective measures to use.
4. Avoid using drugs and alcohol before and during sexual activity. Using drugs and alcohol can reduce your judgment of situations and lead you to make risky decisions.
5. Pay close attention to your emotions and feelings. Sex should be enjoyable and safe for both parties. Feel free to express your preferences, boundaries and limitations.
In general, it is important to be informed and responsible about sexual health to protect yourself and your partner from sexually transmitted diseases.
