(STDs) You may think you know everything there is to know about protecting yourself. Well, the truth is, the number of people affected by sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is on the rise, and young people are being affected now more than ever! You likely have a lot to learn about how to help protect yourself. So, read on, and then pass this web page on to your friends.

STDs can happen to anyone who is sexually active. You can get some STDs more than once, and more than one at a time. Most STDs are acquired through sexual contact. The best way to protect yourself from STDs is by not having sex. If you do have sex, use a latex or polyurethane condom with spermicidal foam, film, gel or cream containing nonoxynol-9 Plus your regular birth control method.

1. Blisters, sores, pimples, or swelling in the genital area.

2. Whitish, greenish or yellow discharge from the vagina or penis.

3. Itching or burning in the genital area which may including burning on urination.

4. Discharge with a bad odour from the vagina or penis.