Sexually Transmitted Infections

What is a STI?

It is an infection or disease passed from person to person through sexual contact.

What is the safest way to prevent an STI?

Abstinence is the safest way to prevent against an STI but, if you decide that you are going to engage in sex then you should always use a condom to protect yourself.  Don’t rely on a condom as your only form of birth control, there are several other options available.

What are some common STIs?

• HIV/AIDS
• Bacterial Vaginosis
• Chlamydia
• Gonorrhea
• Herpes
  
• Syphillis

What do I do if I think I have one?

Some options are:

• call PSU Health Services (535-2853) to make an appointment
• call your own doctor
• call and make an appointment at Family Planning (536-3584 which is located on 258 Highland St. in Plymouth