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Safe Sex According to John Hopkins— In Simple Words
What is safe sex? How to have safe sex?
So, what is Safe Sex?
Safe sex is about protecting yourself and your partner from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancies.
The simplest idea of safe sex is having sex with just one partner who also only has sex with you, and both of you are free from any STIs. But some experts at John Hopkins say there is no completely safe way to have sex because all sexual activities come with some risk.
For example, kissing might seem safe, but it can spread infections like herpes. Condoms are great at preventing some STIs like herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea, but they might not fully protect against others like genital warts, syphilis, or HIV.
Guidelines for Safer Sex — by John Hopkins Institute
When you are not sure, ask the expert. While no method is perfect, here are some tips to make sex safer:
1. Limit Your Partners
Having sex with just one person who also only has sex with you reduces the chance of getting an STI. The fewer people you have sex with, the lower your risk of infection.
