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Show The Dixie Sun Page 7 There is a lot of confusion about how the spreads. Here are six ways it can NOT be transmitted. HIV Casi GoDwin Ej.ie r.'lECiiAr.i flrjD To avoid o 10 er ilk lb,, and DS, ilo duct in?1 getting an STD during sex one has the choice to use a variety of contraceptives. Popular contraceptives include condoms, spermicides (chemical compounds capable of killing sperm), cervical caps, diaphragms, or contraceptive sponges. Condoms, when used properly, can be up to 98 percent effective. Although condoms are not the only form of protection, and should not be a sole method of contraception, all contraceptives are highly effective if used correctly, stated a report conducted by USDHHS. Many college students see contraceptives as "uncomfortable" or "unnecessary." Not only can one get infected with an STD or HIV by not being protected, but one may become unintentionally pregnant. Studies by the FDA Center for Devices and Radiological Health confirm that latex condoms are a highly effective barrier to HIV. Also, condoms are the only contraceptive labeled by the FDA to be effective in reducing the sexual transmission of AIDS. Regardless of the multiple risks involved, some students still have sex. "Sex is good," said Jon Perry, a sophomore. "But sex equals babies. Most people don't realise the responsibility and emotional stress involved in pregnancy." Abstaining from sexual acti ity is the most effective disease prevention strategy. However, for individuals who choose to be sexually active, there are a few prevention strategies that prove to be highly effective. It sex is an option, engage in sexual activities that do not involve sexual intercourse. Having intercourse only with one uninfected partner can reduce the risk of getting HIV or an STD. Regardless of the "passion of the moment, "using latex Condoms or other contraceptives correctly from start to finish with each act of intercourse can pro e to be helpful, not harm- wont get 1. You HIV through everyday contact with infected people at school, work, home, or anywhere else. wont get HIV from clothes, or seats. It cant be passed toilet phones, by things like forks, cups, or other objects which an infected person used. 2. You 3. You wont get 4. You wont get HIV form eating food an infected person. prepared by HIV from bug bites. is not transmitted through mosquitoes, bedbugs, lice, flies or other insects. 5. HIV is not transmitted through sweat, saliva, or tears. transmitted through simple kisses. Although most scientists agree HIV can be transmitted through deep or prolonged kissing because of potential blood contact, they concur that it is 6. HIV is not unlikely. ful. i Many things must be considered when sexually acti e in today's society. If one should wait to have sex before they are mar- ried or not is up to the ind i idual to decide. After looking at these 'extremely high and shocking statistics the individual can clearly Aee the facts and the ways to coming in contact v ith a dis pie-ive- ease. j These sexually transmitted dis- eases arc preventable. Individuals jhave several prevention strategies to choose from. I AIDS and other STDs arc pre-ventable. 1 HIV V . AIDS . w j stands for Acquired ImmunoDeficiency rndreme. Th'TYnrnine sy.Ylights off in. rrj c;her diseases. Whcry with AIDS'can of ng "a person ''ety illnes, El Z2 Li |
