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When we talk about sex, it is important to find out whether or not the information is useful. For example, we may know that using a condom during anal sex can reduce the risk of transmitting an STI, but unless you feel your partner will agree to use one as well, then all the safer sex talk might have just been that – talk. For this reason, it is important that you discuss not only what is safe/unsafe, but also what you feel are realistic goals for yourself in terms of sexual behaviour. For example, a person who chooses not to use condoms may decide that they are willing to avoid anal sex because it is high risk for HIV, but willing to continue having unprotected oral sex.

Remember that YOU are worthy of good health and always deserve to have YOUR choices respected by your partners.
 
 
 
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