Safe sex - The best protection against sexually transmissible infections, including HIV/AIDS

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Title: Safe sex - The best protection against sexually transmissible infections, including HIV/AIDS (Links to English resource)

Summary: What is safe sex? How can I practise safe sex? What is a sexually transmissible infection (STI)? Can I tell if my partner has an STI? Is withdrawal safe? Is oral sex safe? Why use condoms? How do I choose condoms? How do I use condoms correctly? What other protection is available? Can I have safe sex with a partner who has an STI, including HIV? Where can I get further information or help?

Organisation: Department of Health

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