So you think she is beautiful! He is the most handsome man that you have ever seen. You fall head over heels into a whirlwind romantic relationship. The relationship becomes increasingly intense, your hormones are raging and the two of you decide to have sex. And because you are “in love” you do not even think about using a condom; a decision that has now put you both at risk for HIV and other sexually transmitted infection (STIs).
When you enter into a sexual relationship, it is extremely important that you take the time to get to know your sexual partner. Failure to do so may result in dire consequences. Taking the following precautions when beginning a sexual relationship can help reduce your likelihood of becoming infected with HIV and other sexually transmitted infections.
Before taking your relationship to the sexual level, here a few things you might want to consider:
1
Get Tested
Know Your
Status
2
Get to Really Know
Your partner
3
Practice
Safer Sex
4
Follow
Your
Gut