At a glance
Prepare Before You're There "game plan" includes resources that you can use to make start conversations and make decisions before you go out or swipe right.
Overview
Let's face it: sex isn't always planned and talking about things like sexually transmitted infections (STI) testing or using condoms can be difficult. Prepare Before You're There provides resources help you have a "game plan" in place before you play. Your game plan options include:
- Talking to your partner(s) about sex, sexual health, and how to keep one another healthy.
- Using condoms from start to finish when you have sex.
- Asking your healthcare provider what options may be right for you, such as specific STI tests and medicine that prevents HIV.
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About Division of STD Prevention