Why is it important to have a National Condom Day you
ask? Unfortunately, most people don’t
realize that HIV infections are still on the rise and this is in part because
most infected people don’t even know they are infected. Don’t be fooled into having unprotected sex
just because your potential partner, especially a new partner, says they were
recently tested and are “clean”. They
may truly believe they are telling the truth about having been cleared, when they may not even be aware that
they are not. In fact, many who get tested for STD’s wrongly assume they are being
tested for HIV when in reality, this is not necessarily true. Your doctor or clinic will only test you for HIV
if you specifically ask for that test, so even though they got an "All Clear" result from a recent visit, it may be only for the list of STDs the doctor tested for. So, bottom line, if you are having sex, we always recommend having safe
sex.
And we also suggest using a latex-friendly lubricant,
whether having anal sex or not, it is a good idea when using a condom. Studies have found there is less
breakage of condoms when a lubricant is used.
No matter what your age, a lubricant will make your experience more enjoyable. We
want you to try it and let us know if you agree. Dr. Laura Streicher agrees--which is why she
helped us get the word out during her appearance on a Windy City Live in Chicago last June and helped us in the distribution of 50,000 safe sex kits there. Watch the video of Dr. Streicher's appearance on Windy City Live to hear what she says about choosing a silicone or water-based lubricant and much more during her Q and A from the viewers, watch the
hilarity…
And remember ladies, if you are old enough to be having sex,
then don’t be shy…carry your own condoms.
Don’t rely on him to bring a condom to the party. And of course, get tested!
