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Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI)

Prevention

  • Practice abstinence or mutual monogamy.

  • Be aware that many STIs have no symptoms.

  • Know that birth control pills do not prevent infections, they only prevent pregnancy.

  • Use a new latex condom and spermicide every time you have sex.

  • Limit alcohol and drug use before having sex.

  • Don't use or share intravenous street drugs.

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Every person should have a medical home through which to receive his or her acute, chronic, and preventive health care services. The services should be accessible, accountable, comprehensive, integrated, patient-centered, safe, and satisfying to both patients and their physicians.

 

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