By T'C' Welsh and Julie Snodgrass

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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES

• By T.C. Welsh and Julie Snodgrass

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Some Info You Don't Know

• STDs are a fact of life. If you are sexually
  active-whatever your age, race, occupation, or
  sexual preference-youre at risk.
• Your risk is increasing because more and more
  people are getting STDs.
• New STDs are being identified everyday.
• The key to reducing your risk is to be informed
  about STDs.

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Some Info You Don't Know

• STDs are a fact of life. If you are sexually
  active-whatever your age, race, occupation, or
  sexual preference-youre at risk.
• Your risk is increasing because more and more
  people are getting STDs.
• New STDs are being identified everyday.
• The key to reducing your risk is to be informed
  about STDs.

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Fact or Myth
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Types of STDs
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Fact Home remedies dont work and often are
dangerous. Fact STDs are almost always
sexually spread. Take precautions to reduce
risk. Fact You cant get AIDS by donating
blood. Blood banks use sterile, disposable
needles, new tests, and other precautions.
Myth You can treat STDs yourself. Myth You
can get STDs from toilet seats, doorknobs, or hot
tubs. Myth You can get AIDS by donating blood.