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Although it can be difficult to speak openly about sex, to help prevent the
spread of HIV it is necessary to talk about what is risky sex and what is
safer sex.
How risky are different kinds of sex?
sex in the anus without a condom
sex in the vagina without a condom
sex with many people
sex when the vagina is dry
sex with someone who has had sex
with many people
sex without ejaculation
(“pulling out”)
sex using a diaphragm
sex with only one person who
only has sex with you
oral sex
(mouth on penis or vagina)
sex using a condom
kissing or touching
mutual masturbation
Treat Everyone with Respect
All people have a right to be respected, including people who have HIV. Set
an example in your community by supporting people with HIV, their partners,
and their families. Some people think AIDS is a “disease of outsiders“ or of
“bad” people. They think HIV does not affect “good” people like them. But
HIV affects rich and poor people, men and women, people of all races and
religions, health workers, and religious leaders.
Many people are afraid to take the HIV test or seek treatment because they
think they will be treated badly. We must all take care not to let our fear of
HIV and AIDS make us treat people unfairly. Anyone who is ill should be
cared for with kindness and respect.