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Safe sex is the protection of you and your partner from sexually transmitted infections. Safe sex includes correct consent, correct protection, and comfort between both parties.

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An STI is a Sexually Transmitted Infection you can get if you have unprotected vaginal, oral, or anal sex or skin on skin contact with someone.  STIs have the potential to be very serious and may not go away without  proper treatment. It is important to be tested and treated.

Some of the most common STIs are:
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chlamydia

genital warts

genital herpes

gonorrhoea

HIV, which causes AIDS

Not all STIs have symptoms, and often there are no signs at all. People can be infected with an STI and not even know.

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The best ways to protect you and your partner from getting an STI is to USE PROTECTION.

Condoms are one of the most effective ways to protect you and your partner from an STI. It acts as a barrier to protect sperm and infection passing between sexual partners.

"When condoms are used correctly every time, the pregnancy rate is two out of 100 each year."

It is just as important to understand how to use them.  How do you use a condom?

1. Check the packaging making sure the expiry date has not passed

2. Open the packet carefully from serrated edge (NO teeth or scissors)

3. Check the condom is the right way up

4. Pinch the tip of the condom to remove any air

5. Roll the condom on the hard penis all the way down to the base. It is important that it rolls to ensure you did it the right way.

6. Use water-based lube

7. Make sure to use a new condom and lube each time you have sex

Birth Control
Birth control is a (usually) a pill used to prevent pregnancy and STI's . There are lots of different types of birth control. Some work better than others at preventing pregnancy. It is important to consult a doctor before taking birth control.

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What is CONSENT? Consent, differs from state to state. In general, consent is a verbal, active agreement to engage in sexual activity with someone. If one is underage, under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, or sleeping, they do not have the ability to give consent. Just because a partner does not say "NO" it doesn't automatically mean  "YES". It is okay to change your mind. Visit https://www.mycallisto about more information on consent and sexual assault.