Sexual health & safer sex

5 things you should know

1. There are many benefits to promoting your sexual health that range from increased pleasure to a reduced risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STIs).

2. Sexuality is complex and is influenced by a variety of factors that include biological, psychological, social, economic, political, cultural, legal, historical and religious factors.

3. There are numerous ways to reduce the risk of getting or spreading a sexually transmitted infection that include using condoms, practicing healthy sexual communication, getting tested and limiting your number of sexual partners.

4. Using condoms properly and regularly is the only form of contraception that also reduces the risk of getting or spreading a sexually transmitted infection.

5. Being well informed is vital to promoting your sexual health; therefore, consult reliable sources of information.