28MPH.org http://28mph.org Sun, 30 May 2010 16:16:38 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Sexual Health Facts: http://28mph.org/2010/05/10/sexual-health-facts/ http://28mph.org/2010/05/10/sexual-health-facts/#comments Tue, 11 May 2010 02:18:22 +0000 Erin http://28mph.org/?p=4
  • Using condoms properly every time is the best protection against Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)— even if you’re using another form of birth control like the Pill
  • You can’t always tell by looking if a person has an STD. Some STDs only show up on tests.
  • STDs need to be treated quickly so they do not cause long-term health problems.
  • Of the 18.9 million new cases of STDs each year, 9.1 million (48%) occur among 15 to 24 year olds.
  • HPV account for about half of STDs diagnosed among 15 to 24 year olds each year.
  • If a condom breaks or is not used correctly, emergency contraception is available to prevent pregnancy.
  • Half of men produce half a teaspoon or less of ejaculate.
  • Condoms are most commonly made of two different materials, latex and polyurethane.
  • Sheepskin condoms are not effective in preventing sexually transmitted infections or HIV.
  • Keeping a condom in your wallet is not a good idea. The friction and temperature changes can create microscopic tears in the condom that allow sperm to get through.
  • If you use lubricants with condoms, always use water-based ones. Shortening, lotion, petroleum jelly, or baby oil can break down the condom.
  • Open the condom packet with your hands, not your teeth, and open it carefully so you don’t tear the condom.
  • If you have foreskin, pull it back before putting the condom on.
  • Condoms with spermicide are not recommended. They can increase the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STDs).
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  • Pinch the tip enough to leave a half-inch space for semen to collect. Holding the tip, unroll the condom all the way to the base of the penis.
  • The rolled condom should be placed over the head of the penis when it is hard.
  • The condom should fit snugly – but not too tight – so that it won’t slide off or break during intercourse.
  • If you start to put on a condom inside-out, don’t use it. Throw it away and use a new one. You’ll know it’s inside out because it won’t roll down the length of the penis easily.
  • If the condom rips at any time, throw that one out and use a new one.
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