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If I have HIV or an STI, do I have to tell my partner(s)?

While there is no current law in Rhode Island that says that you have to tell your partner(s) if you have an STI or HIV, not telling your partner(s) that...

Is there male birth control?

The only birth control options that are currently available for people with penises are condoms, withdrawal, and sterilization. There’s some promising research into other methods, but they’re still in development.

Can you get HIV or an STI by just being naked with another person and rubbing bodies together?

You cannot get HIV by rubbing your bodies together. You also cannot get HIV from toilet seats, kissing, or holding hands. However, by rubbing your bodies together you can get...

How often should people get tested for HIV and where can they get tested?

People should get tested at least annually if they share needles, have a history of sexually transmitted diseases, or have multiple sex partners, and are not using condoms. Gay, bisexual,...

Can I get an STI if I’ve already had it once?

Absolutely.  Without correct use of a condom, you can catch any number of STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis over and over again. If you contract HIV or herpes,...

Is it safe to use flavored condoms for vaginal or anal sex?

Flavored condoms are amazing for oral sex and can help prevent STI transmission. However, some flavored condoms have sugars that can cause yeast infections. So, before using flavored condoms for...

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