Sexual Health and STI Prevention

What is sexual health?

• A state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in regards to sexuality

• The absence of disease or dysfunction

• The use of barrier protection during sexual activity

• The prevention of sexually transmitted infections

How common are STIs?

• STIs only occur in certain high-risk groups

• STIs are completely preventable with proper hygiene

• STIs are rare and only affect a small percentage of the population

• One in every two adults will get an STI in their lifetime

Which of the following is NOT an STI?

• Chlamydia

• Flu A

• Gonorrhea

• Syphilis

Why is testing for STIs important?

• To ensure a person is not pregnant

• To receive treatment for STIs a person may not know they have

• To prevent the spread of STIs to others

• To avoid the need for barrier protection

What are some common symptoms of STIs?

• Painful urination and discharge

• Genital pain and rash

• Soreness and pain during intercourse

• All of the above

What is the most effective way to prevent STIs?

• Abstinence from sexual activity

• Regular testing for STIs

• Use of barrier protection during sexual activity

• Taking Birth Control pills regularly

Which of the following is a possible symptom of untreated STIs?

• Infertility

• Increased risk of certain types of cancer

• Increased risk of HIV

• All of the above

Which of the following STIs can be cured with antibiotics?

• Herpes

• HIV

• Gonorrhea

• HPV