April is STI Awareness Month, a month observed to educate people on sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
S.T.I.s are infectious diseases spread through sexual contact. S.T.I.s are common medical issues, however, many people don’t know they’re infected because they have mild symptoms that are easily overlooked or have no symptoms at all.
STI Awareness Month is important because it
- It teaches others to be more responsible
- It encourages regular S.T.I testing
- It corrects the stigma and misinformation
Ways to observe STI Awareness Month:
- Get involved in youth sex education
- Educate yourself on S.T.I.s
- Contribute to an S.T.I organization
- Practice or promote safe sex
STI Awareness Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about sexually transmitted infections and how they impact our lives. Getting involved can help remove the stigma from S.T.I.s.
All content of this newsletter is intended for general information purposes only and is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult a medical professional before adopting any of the suggestions on this page. You must never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment based upon any content of this newsletter. PROMPTLY CONSULT YOUR PHYSICIAN OR CALL 911 IF YOU BELIEVE YOU HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY.