Safe Sex & STDs

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STD Symptoms
Get information on common sexually transmitted diseases and their symptoms.
Sexual Practices and STDs
Find out which sexual practices carry the highest risk of contracting the AIDS virus.
STD Prevention
Find out what sexual behaviors put you, your family and friends at risk.
Questions to ask Your Doctor
It's critical to protect yourself by asking your doctor these questions

STDs and Oral Sex
Read about the types of sexually transmitted diseases that could be transmitted to you from an infected partner during oral sex.
Think You're Safe?
So you think you're disease-free? Don't assume you're totally safe just because you haven't gone all the way.
Safe and Sexy
It's Saturday night and the best date you've ever been on is winding down. You're both in the car on your way home, and out of the blue, your date asks...
Speak Up for Safer Sex
Using a condom consistently and correctly every time you have sex is vital. Find out how to talk to your partner about the importance of wearing a condom.
Sex in the Summertime
Schedules are more relaxed, families are planning vacations, and you are looking for ways to have a good time. We all know what that means. Sex.
It's STD Awareness Month!
Now is the time to protect yourself from STDs by learning about symptoms, treatment and prevention.

Dr.Tim outlines the dos and don'ts of condom usage to help you and your partner stay protected.

How to Say No Thanks to Sex
Choosing to practice abstinence is a big decision. No matter what your reasons, the challenge is harder when you're in a relationship.
Postponing Sex: Is it Right for You?
Sex is everywhere in our culture, and if you're not getting any, you can start to feel like you're missing out.

AIDS/HIV
HIV/AIDS is no longer a death sentence, but the disease hasn't disappeared. Every hour there are 2 new infections among people under the age of 25.
Genital Herpes
Genital herpes is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the herpes simplex viruses (HSV) type 1 and type 2. Most genital herpes is caused by HSV type 2.
Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea is a bacteria that grows in warm areas of the body like the cervix, urinary tract, mouth, or rectum. About 2.5 million cases occur annually in America.
Hepatitis
Hepatitis often initially appears with few if any symptoms. If there are symptoms, they tend to mimic "flu-like" symptoms. Read on for what you need to know.
Syphilis
Syphilis has sometimes been called "the great imitator" because its early symptoms are similar to those of many other diseases.