AIDS/HIV Prevention

AIDS/HIV Prevention

• The most effective way to avoid getting HIV/AIDS is to not have sex. Virginity is becoming a popular choice for today's youth.
• To avoid getting AIDS always use a latex condom when you engage in sexual relations. If you want to stop using a condom with your regular partner, you must BOTH pass STD screening tests and wait until the physician assures you that neither of you is infected with such a disease. However, always use a condom if you have sexual relations with other partners.
• Be especially careful when you consume alcohol or take drugs, as you may forget to use a condom or be inclined to share needles to inject drugs.
• Avoid taking drugs, in particular injectable drugs. If you do use drugs, NEVER re-use needles.
• Ultimately the choice to use condoms is up to you. Remember that decisions to use condoms are based on more than just caring for someone. Think about things, talk about things, and be honest with yourself and your partner. Your life depends upon it.