Because sexual health is something people don't often talk about, it's not surprising that there are many misunderstandings about the issue. Yet knowing how to care for this aspect of our health is as important as caring for any other. Here are some facts to be aware of.
Some people think the only sexually transmitted diseases are syphilis and gonorrhea.
But there are many different kinds of STDs, ranging from mild genital irritation to diseases which can cause infertility or serious illness if they're not treated. Some people don't realise HIV is also a sexually transmitted disease. It affects both sexes and can lead to AIDS which can be fatal. Hepatitis B, which can also be fatal, can be passed on during sex. It's not true that only certain sorts of people get STDs.