Sex is a normal and healthy part of our lives.

Today, there are many types of infections that
are spread through sex. These infections are
called sexually transmitted infections or STI.

Some are easily cured. Some
infections have no cure. There are many kinds
of sexually transmitted infections, and they
can seriously affect your health.

You should know about sexually transmitted
infections because they can affect your ability
to have children later in life. Some can also
cause cancer. AIDS is fatal.

In Canada, the highest rates and increases
in STIs are in young people ages 15 to 24.

If you are having sex, or thinking about
having sex, you need to know how to avoid
sexually transmitted infections (also called
sexually transmitted diseases or STD).

This booklet can help you to make safe and healthy choices.

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