Category: Sex Ed

How do I tell my partner I have HIV?

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We have collected your questions on HIV and sexual health, and are delighted to have Caroline Maposphere to answer them below.

Qn: What are some symptoms and early stage signs of HIV?

Acute HIV infection may present as a ‘flu-like’ illness as the immune system attempts to fight the virus. Some of the signs may include but are not limited to Fever; Sore throat; Tiredness; Diarrhoea; Joint/ muscle pain; Swollen glands; Skin rash. This may then be followed by an asymptomatic stage where one has no obvious signs and symptoms of an illness except for generalized lymphadenopathy (swollen glands).

Qn: How well do condoms and use of lube prevent HIV?

When correctly and consistently used, condoms have been demonstrated to be effective for HIV prevention. This has been demonstrated both in the laboratory and demographically. Laboratory studies have shown that condoms provide an effective barrier against HIV. Studies have indicated that people who report correct and consistent use of condoms have reduced risk of HIV transmission.

Although safety of lubes has been debated however, it is generally safer to use lubes with condoms than have dry sex which increases the risk of friction and consequent condom tearing or bursting. If the objective of using lubes is to have a condom protected sexual intercourse session, then lubes are safe and help to prevent HIV.

Qn: What is the best way for one to inform their partner of possible HIV infection?

There is no prescribed formula for disclosing one’s HIV status to a partner but having a relationship that allows or is based on open and honest communication is helpful. Bringing a brochure on HIV could be helpful or tuning in to a TV /radio program on HIV and then personalize the discussion might help. One can also make an appointment with a professional counselor/ doctor for their partner and have the professional call the partner.

Qn: What are the potential health problems one will encounter if HIV positive?

Once the virus is inside the human body, HIV attacks the body defense system – the immune system which would normally fight off any infections. With a weakened immune system, one can expect to get sick more often and the illnesses to last longer than in a person whose immunity is intact. Because the virus targets cells that are all over the body, all body systems may get affected. The severity of how the systems are affected and at what point in time, depends on one’s nutritional status, other co infections and one’s general health.

Qn: If I have an active lifestyle, how often should I be tested for HIV?

Ideally, one should get tested at every routine health check, after every risky exposure to HIV or at least every 3 – 6 months.

Caroline Maposphere is a registered nurse (RN) and a midwife with training in public health and holds a BA in Theology.

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August 19, 2015
Is sex in your marriage getting boring and do new moms feel hornier after giving birth?

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We have collected your questions regarding sexual issues faced by married couples, and are delighted to have French Relationship and Sex Therapist France Licastro answer them below.

Qn: What are some common problems married couples have with sex?

Sexual communication is the common problem as women usually do not say what they like. Maybe bound by belief or shyness, and the men are not mind readers and cannot guess.

For the men: the will to have more sex but often getting rejected by their partner.

Qn: Are there signs a married couple can look out for that their sex lives are plateauing?

The plateau is reached when women start to be bored with sex in general, and the men’s sexual needs are higher and the women‘s desire digress. The signs are when one wants sex and the other is not interested in either men or women.

Qn: We’ve heard about married couples who have lost the spark in their sex lives after years of marriage and having children. How can they bring that spark back?

Bring back the romance which starts during the day with genuine compliments via a small SMS, a sign of affection: holding somebody’s hand, giving kisses when coming back from work.

Show gratefulness for any service done for each other such as taking the rubbish out or getting the washing done etc.

Dress for each other.

Qn: How can a couple resume physical intimacies after an affair?

Intimacy is based on trust, and trust takes time to recover.

Qn: Why are new moms so horny after birth?

I have never heard of moms being horny after birth and if anything, it is the contrary. They are tired and busy with the baby that so often, the men are left for themselves when it come to sex.

France Licastro is a French Relationship and Sex Therapist where she brings some of her French culture and helps people with issues in and out of the bedroom. She runs a private practice and gives interactive talks about relationship and sexuality on the Central Coast NSW Australia.

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August 16, 2015
Let’s Introduce Your Partner to Swinging

So you have been thinking that you and your partner should trying swinging. Why not? It sounds like a lot of great (sexual) fun, doesn’t it? Well … there are a few things you should know before you dive right in.

First, you need to approach your partner to see if she or he is even interested in having sex with another couple. I have suggested to many people who have contacted me for advice on this, that I feel the best way to approach the subject is while both of you are in bed. A great way to bring this up would possibly while making love, you could take the opportunity to tell your partner, “So imagine that there was someone else here with us, doing … to/with you”. Later on, you can ask them if they found the thought of someone else in your bed erotic and exciting and then you have your answer as to their interest level.

We’re both interested… Let’s have sex!
Not quite yet.
Next, you need to make sure you two have talked about it in details. Finding out what limits your partner should be a priority. You should set some ground rules with your partner first to be sure you are on the same page, otherwise you could run into problems when things get down and dirty so to speak. Don’t worry; you should totally expect your rules to change and evolve as you get more comfortable in the swinging world. Just don’t force your partner or anyone else for that matter, into doing anything they don’t want to do.

Many people, especially men, tend to want to dive right in and start having sex, lots and lots of sex. But things will turn out so much better if you take things just a little slower.

So ground rules are set… Let’s have sex!
Still not just yet.
Now you have the challenge of finding other couples to play with. You can approach friends (I would not recommend that unless you are willing to lose them as friends-and possible have word get out that you two are swingers). You can go to a swingers club (good way to meet a lot of people in a shorts period of time). You can also post a profile on any one of the many swingers sites out there (takes some effort on your part to fill out your profile and reply to other members). All three of these options have their pros and cons and you have to try to figure out which method will work best for the two of you. That said, don’t feel that you are limited to one, try all three ways to meet other swingers if you want.

So what else before we can have sex?
Actually, that is the basics of what you need to know. If you want to learn more before jumping in, I would suggest you visit my www.SandiOnSwinging.com site and read some of the info I have posted there especially for new swingers just like you. I will also be going into more details here on this site, so keep your eyes out for my next post. Till then, enjoy yourselves … Sandi

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August 14, 2015
Spice up your sex life!

I was an innocent one all through high school, but shortly after when I finally entered that moment into sexual activity I was rather confused at how short lived and lacking connection it had considering I had always gathered the perception it was something adventurous while also being diversely emotional. So after that initial experience I set out on a mission to understand this new world I had entered into. That one pivotal moment opened my mind and body to experiencing new sexual adventures in hopes to better understand my body and my desires. Exploring was the only way to make that happen and on that note there will be more to come on that topic.

Spice up your sex life with these tips

I applaud those who are intrigued to experience all sex has to offer. However, one of the best ways to truly open your mind to finding ways to add more “spice” is to realize the importance of intimacy, whether it be in a relationship or something casual. Either way your mind will dictate you body, therefore developing a strong internal connection between the two will open you mind to exploring.

Now, let’s add some spice! Porn! Whether you really enjoy watching it or it is something you could take or leave, porn is incredibly educational. Now keep it mind, porn is still a fantasy so take what you like from it and leave what you do not. Start watching porn, either solo or with company. It will give you a chance to discover what turns you on and what does not. Also, it gives you a visual to show your partner what you may be open to.

I want to address another topic. I will be brief for now as we can dive in deeper another day. Threesomes, swinging and more. This is a way to add spice. However, it is not for everyone and often should be left as a fantasy never meant to be lived out. If you do though consider this idea, communicate your thoughts and desire before anything happens. Whether you’re a couple or single, guidelines are essential and often a make or break with being able to enjoy it.

But what if my partner is not into it?

It is all about trust and security. Sex is a very vulnerable act. Each person needs to be comfortable in themselves, but they also need to feel comfortable with the other half involved. Start with communicating your thoughts. Trying something new sexually with a hesitant partner takes patience and proper communication. However, you never know what someone is open to unless you ask. I find often people are too afraid to ask for fear of being judged. Be open, be honest, and just ask.

Sometimes, accidents happen..

Oh my, yes of course. One time my boyfriend at the time and myself were playing around and I was giving him a massage. He was laying on my bed, back facing up. I was straddling him. He, hating anything to do with feet, would never want anyone to come even close to touching them. So to continue, I was telling him about a segment from a radio show that involved sexual acts and feet. For whatever reason, I turned towards his feet, not touching anything, but he reacted and kicked his heel into my face. Wow that hurt! Still to this day he likes to tell people that story. Fortunately he allows me to remain nameless.

To best describe myself beyond a single mother of two, I am a former small town girl who has always know life is a journey and to enjoy each little step along the way. In many ways I am like everyone else. I work, I raise my kids, I spend time with friends and overall I take on each challenge life throws my way the best way I know how at the time. On that note, I am also unique from the majority in that I believe in being open, honest, and direct with myself. That is most likely my strongest appeal. Everyone has a story and as I share mine to others, I enjoy even more hearing the story of others. Particularly I look forward to sharing my sexual journey as from the moment of inception it has been quite a ride (no pun intended). Read Lexi Ross‘ profile below and follow her links!

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August 12, 2015
Does sex feel better if his pubic hair is shaved?

When it comes to personal grooming of one’s pubic hair, everyone has a different take on things. There are guys who are always shaven, while there are those who do not shave at all. So how does sex feel for you when he is thrusting against your body? Does it feel better whether he is shaven or not? Adult film performer and model Selina Crowley gives her take on this.

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I was born and raised in LA and unlike the usual “stereotypical” convictions for entering the adult industry, I didn’t do so for income or because it was a sole option for attaining a comfortable life. It was in spite of the fact that I had a stable life set up for myself. It was a venture ridden with risk and rebellion, so naturally I gravitated toward it. It wasn’t out of a need, more so it was fueled by my own personal desire.

My “views towards sex” equate to doing whatever satisfies you regardless of the potential social ramifications therein. So long as you’re not harming another unwilling individual, sex is a vast world where possibilities are endless.

In porn, the men are mostly shaven. Does this make sex more enjoyable for you?

Personally, as long as the male talent is well groomed, clean and easy to work with, I seldom voice any objections.

In your personal opinion and experience, what are the pros and cons whether a guy is shaven or not?

Honestly, the difference between those spectrum is irrelevant. It all falls within personal preference. Between being shaven, trimmed or full with hair, it more so depends on the individuals’ hygiene and care for their own level of cleanliness. Not the preference itself.

What tips can you give to guys to maintain their pubes to give their partners an enjoyable time during sex?

Keep up with your personal hygiene and just do what you think looks good. Everyone has their own personal preference. The world of adult film has such a broad spectrum of likes and dislikes, legislating another with my own feels rather pompous and nigh delusional if you ask me. Keep yourself clean and well kept and you will undoubtedly be well received.

I have some smaller independent shoots I’m working on just to break in and warm up, but I’m in talks with the larger adult film companies and working out a vast array of shoot dates so stay tuned! Check out the links in my profile below to follow me!

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August 9, 2015
How to striptease and drive him wild

Megan is a flirty bisexual from England with an extremely high sex drive. She sells her panties and does video sets of herself performing a striptease for her customers which she absolutely enjoys and gets turned on by it. Here, Megan shares tips on how to do a striptease which will turn any men on and drive him wild, which, will lead to amazing sex.

What is it about striptease that turns men on?

I think it’s the anticipation and the build up of sexual tension. You’re allowing him a glimpse, to gradually see more and more of your body. With each part of your body you reveal, he will want more, and get more and more turned on. But he can’t touch it. You’re in control. He gets to see what you reveal, when you reveal it. Removing the ability for him to touch you until you let him, makes him want you even more. As I’m single currently, all of my strip teases are done on videos, but if you are performing a strip tease for your partner, it’s even more exciting as they sit there getting more and more turned on but not in a position where you are touching them or they can touch themselves. By the time you finish your strip tease and are naked and ready to touch your man, I can guarantee he will be ready to burst!

What I enjoy when doing a striptease

I love all of it, from choosing a sexy song to strip to and planning an outfit, working out exactly which bra and panties to wear with the outfit, which shoes or stockings to wear, how much to take off and when, to the strip itself. I put a lot of thought into it to make sure I get it as sexy as possible. If I’m doing it on a video I love to imagine what the man watching is doing, whether he might be playing with himself, etc – so there is as much anticipation and excitement for me that way, and I find myself getting totally engrossed and carried away with it myself! It comes very naturally to me. If I’m doing it in person, I love to be able to see the look of lust in my partner’s face, and to see how much they want me, not to mention the bulge in their pants!

Another thing I love to do is to incorporate things that are specific to the viewer so that it will drive them even more crazy. So if he loves blow jobs I will try to focus on sucking something to simulate what it might feel like for him, or if he is a boob man or a bum man, focus more on these areas.

Do you get turned on and wet yourself during a striptease?

Absolutely! It’s so very sexy, I get so turned on! I always need to climax afterwards! It’s a great form of foreplay in a couple!

Striptease moves you love which will make guys go crazy

One of my favourite outfits is a sexy nurses outfit. Who doesn’t love a naughty nurse, right? It’s ultra short so you can play to start with bending over, so that the guy can see you from behind, maybe hitch it up a little so that they see a bit of ass cheek, moves which give a glimpse of panties. Just a glimpse mind you, we’re only at the start!

It zips up from bottom to top, so you can undo the zip really slowly. At first you will see cleavage, then more cleavage as my bra is revealed and my boobs are starting to be revealed. As the zip undoes further, you get a glimpse of tummy, and then further down until the dress is undone and you get a glimpse of my panties. At that point I would quickly turn away so my back is to the guy, they can no longer see the cleavage and panties you just teased them with. Then I might look over my shoulder with a saucy look and maybe a wink, and gradually reveal a shoulder, and the other shoulder, and ease the dress down until I’m in my underwear and stockings, still with my high heels on. Guys will be teased and tantalised, and you’ll leave them desperate to see what’s underneath your underwear in the next part of your striptease!

Stockings is another favourite of mine. There are so many ways to make taking a stocking off sexy. But one of my favourite things to do is right at the start, before removing anything else, and whilst you still have your killer heels on, put your foot up on a chair, ideally the chair that your guy is sitting on, between his legs (or if on camera make it look like that’s what you are doing). He will get a view straight up your mini skirt, a sneaky peak of what is to come. It will drive him wild!

Other things I do which will make it wilder, and which I adore doing particularly if it’s a video striptease, is to do it without music but to talk dirty all the way through, describing how I’m feeling, what I wish I were doing to the viewer, or indeed what I wish they were doing. I speak to buyers first to find out more about their fantasies and what really turns them on, so that I can build this into their strip tease for their maximum pleasure. With the camera you can get a lot of up close angles, so if someone says they love ass worship for example, I would focus a lot on my bum when it got to that part, and talk to the viewer about it with a commentary. I do a lot of it from the heart based on exactly how I am feeling at the time, so I may film my skirt hitched up and my panties showing from underneath as if I were about to sit on their face, perhaps, and talk to them about what I would want them to do, but it’s always how I am genuinely feeling. One thing to note here is that I wouldn’t be that explicit in a strip tease in person. The key word is “tease”. If you’re on a video you can go a lot further and still be just teasing, because the viewer can’t touch you. If you’re in person with a partner, pretending to sit on their face would no longer be teasing!! Strictly no touching!

Another tip for making it more saucy, though, anything you have to hand that you can suck on will always be a winner. So if you are doing a naughty school girl, then making a big deal out of sucking a lollipop imagining it’s the end of a dick. If the outfit you are wearing doesn’t really call for that then anything you can do that involves sucking will work, even your fingers. If you want to be even naughtier, then you could even put your fingers inside yourself and then lick your finger clean, perhaps whilst you still have your panties on – the message you are giving is “you still can’t see what’s inside my panties, but I know, and I can taste it. And It tastes amazing!” Many men would find that a total turn on.

So in summary, no touching, be creative, try to incorporate things according to what your partner loves specifically, but most of all have fun!!

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August 7, 2015
These Apps will spice up your Sex Life

Looking to spice up your sex life? Here are some suggested apps by Carvaka Sex Toys to try out!

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August 5, 2015
Ladies beware: Your sexual organs could quite literally fall out of you!

We all know the side effects of not brushing our teeth. Abandon the toothbrush long enough and your teeth are likely to rot and fall out.

Well. a woman’s sexual organs are no different.

Autopsies done on nuns have shown their sexual organs completely rotted out due to non-use.

And this is more common than you might realise. One in two women will experience some degree of prolapsed sexual organs in their lifetime.

One third of women will have a hysterectomy by the time they’re 60-years-old.

I don’t know about you, but I want to hold onto my most womanly parts! What’s important to understand is that these issues are a symptom of our sexual organs not getting enough TLC. We go to the gym and exercise three times or more a week, but how many women exercise their vagina?

How many of us dedicate time to ensuring our sexual organs remain fit?

And I’m not talking about doing Kegels exercise. If you want to look after your sexual organs, you need to pay them some attention, or you run the risk of them not working as they were designed.

Did you know one in three women over 35 are infertile?

This is shocking given that our body is made to remain fertile right up until menopause.

Then you have the harrowing statistic of 12% of ALL women of childbearing years being unable to conceive naturally.

Infertility, prolapsed sexual organs and other women’s health concerns don’t need to be a part of your life.

Why would you want them to be?

There is a preventative measure you can take, that is inexpensive, and will keep your sexual organs fit and healthy until the day you die.

That preventative is the Jade Egg practice.

The Jade Egg was used 5000 years ago by Queens and concubines in China in order to stay youthful, keep their sexual organs tight and resilient and deliver the Emperor immense pleasure in the bedchamber!

But what’s important to understand here, is that the Jade Egg was used as a preventative, and while it can certainly be used to help reverse the degeneration that is the result of a lack of self-care, women can actually stop this unnecessary aging in the first place.

Just 2-3 Jade Egg practices per week is all that’s needed to help cure incontinence, bring fresh blood to the sexual organs so they remain in optimum health and increase your chances of conceiving.

But what the Jade Egg practice offers women of today is a respite from their hectic schedule.

Down time.

Time to be with themselves, be still, connect with their body, listen to their intuition and become more centered.

What busy woman doesn’t want to escape the hustle and bustle of life, where everything is go go go 24 seven?

And the great news is that the Jade Egg practice is anything but a chore.

It’s a time to be still.

To connect in with your body. It’s much like a meditation of self-love.

And not only will your sexual organs thank you, you’ll experience more pleasure in the bedroom as you awaken the vaginal canal so you can experience G-spot and cervical orgasms!

…orgasms that often remain elusive to women because their vaginal canal is numb.

So if you don’t want to become a statistic it’s time to start exercising your lady parts.

Giving them some love. We hear about the risks of breast cancer all the time, but we don’t hear as much about cervical and ovarian cancer.

We know about these cancers of the sexual organs, but we don’t necessarily know how common they are until we receive the diagnosis.

Every ten hours a woman in Australia dies of ovarian cancer.

One in 70 women will develop ovarian cancer in their lifetime, with only 20% of these women surviving longer than five years.

While cervical cancer isn’t quite as common, you still have a one in 155 chance of becoming a statistic.

I don’t tell you all this to scare you.

I share this with you so you can be aware and start taking steps so you don’t end up with an unfortunate diagnosis and the difficult decision on how to heal yourself of illness and disease.

All of the afflictions I have mentioned today can be prevented through a regular practice with a Jade Egg.

I myself used the Jade Egg as part of my holistic treatment to return my cervix to full health after being diagnosed as being the stage before cancer when I returned an abnormal pap smear result in my early 30s.

These kinds of issues of the sexual organs can be healed naturally, and most importantly, they can be prevented.

That is my message today.

Don’t wait until you have a life-threatening diagnosis.

Get in first. If you take care of our body, using a tool such as the Jade Egg practice, your sexual organs have the best possible chance of functioning as they are designed too.

Simple as that!

Ok. Take a breath….

I know I needed to when I discovered the shocking truth about the state of most women’s sexual organs. Our sexual organs play a vital part in our overall health so please don’t let them die a slow death.

Buy yourself a Jade Egg and reap the benefits of having ripe sexual organs right into old age. It was disease that brought me to the Jade Egg, don’t let disease be the thing that brings YOU to the Jade Egg.

Get in first so you don’t have to experience the same fear I did.

The Jade Egg really is a ladies best friend.

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August 4, 2015
Fingering techniques to give her an orgasm everytime

My name is Luna Lace and I sell my used panties, socks, bras, and things like that online. I am a 24 year old Latina. I would have to say that I am somewhat of a closet exhibitionist. If there is such a thing. It really turns me on to be a part of someones’ fantasies. I love to know that people are getting off to me doing dirty things. I keep my anonymity because that way it’s my naughty secret. No one knows that I’m a used panty seller and they would be so shocked to find out. The whole thing is such a turn on.

I love fingering! Both giving and receiving. I am a bisexual, and what they say is true, “a woman knows what a woman wants.” That’s not to put down any of the men that I’ve been with. I’ve had quite a few male lovers that have known their way around a clit. It’s just the way women are built. For a woman to get the maximum amount of pleasure, you’ve got to hit the button. Some of the best orgasms of my life have been by combining penetration with fingering. Fingering is also a very important part of foreplay. Sometimes I really need to be touched and teased in order to get my juices flowing. And it is definitely worth it if you do.

Kinky places to get fingered…

The answer to that is anywhere you can. It is such a thrill to do it in public places. The thrill of getting caught only adds to the excitement. It can make sex like a game or a race to see if my partner and I can climax before we get caught. I’ve never been caught. Thankfully. But I have had one or two close calls. For instance, once my boyfriend at the time could not wait to eat my pussy. It was one of the first times we had fooled around so I was extra excited. We pulled the car over into an empty parking lot and he went at it. Luckily, I was so turned on that I came pretty quickly. As soon as I had finished and we started to pull away, a cop drove past us in the parking lot.

One of the best fingering experiences of my life was was with a woman quite accidentally at the beach. We had been flirting all night long and decided to take a late night walk by the beach. That turned into a pretty hot and heavy make out session. She reached her hand up my skirt and massaged my clit until I came. Right there in front of everyone. It was such a turn on to do it so out in the open and that no one noticed.

Fingering techniques every men should know…

I think the most important thing with fingering is the build up. The clit is a very sensitive and mysterious organ. It’s not something that you can just dive right in. Start with a slow up and down motion or side to side. Barely touching. Always pay attention to the woman’s reaction. She’ll let you know if you are touching it right by moaning or arching her back. You’ll start to feel her pussy getting wetter. Once she gets good and wet, then you can start applying more pressure. Most importantly, if you find the speed and pressure she likes, don’t stop!! The worst thing you can do is find that special spot and lose it before she can climax.

I’m also a fan of a two hand technique. Sit in front of your woman with her spread eagle. That way you get to watch too. Open her pussy and pull back the hood of the clit with one hand and rub up and down with one of the fingers of your other hand. From this position you can also use one hand to massage her clit and stick one, two, or how fingers are needed from the other hand into her pussy.

Don’t rush it. Take your time and she will definitely appreciate it. She’ll spend more time and effort pleasuring you if she sees that you’ve made the effort to make her feel good.

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August 3, 2015
Sexually Transmitted Infections Awareness

The 1800s, and the birth of the industrial revolution, is deemed by many historians to have been the beginning of a sexual revolution also. More and more people were pushed together in densely populated areas, and attitudes to sex began to become more liberal. The 1960s also acted as a catalyst for increased sex due to the invention of the birth control pill, enabling women and men to have the opportunity to act on impulse and have sex for pleasure, as opposed to having sex for procreation alone.

Of course not all countries and cultures have evolved and developed sexual liberalisation at an equal rate. Ireland for example, prohibited the sale of condoms from 1935 to 1978 due to heavy influence from the Catholic Church. There has also been evidence to suggest that the number of sexual partners varies in different regions. Swedish people generally have many partners, while the Chinese tend not to have many.

Sex is an important part of any healthy relationship. It brings people closer together and even has health benefits such as: improving your immune system, lowering blood pressure, lowering heart attack risk, and exercise benefits. However, with figures indicating that over one million people contract a sexually transmitted infection every day, it is clear that many are taking unnecessary and dangerous risks when it comes to sex.

At Union Quay Medical Centre in Cork, we provide GP care as well as sexual health screening to help educate and prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Being aware and informed on the dangers and consequences of unprotected sex is vital in order to prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections. Sexual liberalisation has enabled people to speak more openly about sex and this should also extend to sexual health. This infographic aims to increase awareness and to give confidence that there is nothing embarrassing about visiting your GP or clinic to discuss sexual health.

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August 1, 2015