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Safer Sex Resources

Here is a collection of excellent safer sex resources that will help you stay safe and healthy.

A Women's Guide to Staying Safe

This guide provides all the information women need to know to stay healthy and safe.

Barebacking...A Rite of Passage

Barebacking is considered by some to be a rite of passage. Looking to be infected with HIV is an alarming trend in some gay men and barebacking is at the root of the problem.

Barebacking...Worth the Risk?

Barebacking is the term used to describe the practice of gay men who have unprotected anal intercourse. It's a practice that is on the increase. There are dangers involved, especially if you get involved in casual sex with someone you don't know.

Can I get HIV from vaginal sex?

Can I get HIV from vaginal sex? Get the facts here.

HIV Prevention Course

Prevention is the key to halting the HIV epidemic. Inhance your prevention efforts with this 4-part series on HIV prevention.

HIV Reinfection...Why Safer Sex is Important

The question is a common one heard in HIV practices and prevention clinics across the country. "My partner and I are both HIV positive. Do we still need to use condoms?"

How Safe is Oral Sex?

Does oral sex carry a risk of HIV transmission? You may be surprised by the answer. Take a look at this feature.

Safer Sex and Lesbians

Check out this article from About's Lesbian Life Guide Kathy Belge.

Women who have sex with women

The HIV risk to women who have sex with women appears to be remote. Just the same, there are circumstances where women who have sex with women are at risk.

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