Sexually Transmitted Blood Borne Infections (STBBI)

What is a Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)?

A Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) is an infection that can be passed through vaginal, oral or anal sex. Most STIs are transmitted through the exchange of sexual fluids, but some can be passed through skin to skin genital contact or through contact with blood and other bodily fluids.  Practicing safer sex, by using latex or polyurethane condoms and/or oral dams for oral, anal or vaginal sex can reduce the risk of STBBIs.

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