1
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how are they transmitted?
A
through sex or body fluid (vaginal, oral, penis, anus)
2
Q
Most common STI/STD’s
A
- Genital Herpes (Virus)
- HPV (virus)
- Hepatitis B (Virus)
- HIV/Aids (Virus)
-Chlamydia (Bacteria) - Syphilis (Bacteria)
- Gonorrhoea (Bacteria)
3
Q
Symptoms
A
-Sores, Warts
-Painful urination
- Weight loss
- Night Sweats
- Fever and chills
- Could be absolutely nothing
4
Q
is there a cure
A
no cure for most STI/STD’s
5
Q
What is the origin of HIV/Aids
A
the origin is Unknown
6
Q
What are the best ways to prevent getting an std to begin with?
A
- abstinence
- condoms
- getting tested regularly
- 1 sexual partner at a time
- comprehensive education
7
Q
how long have we known about HIV/aids and is there a cure?
A
- 40 years
- yet still no cure
8
Q
how many people have aids today?
A
38 million people (85% know they have. it)
9
Q
how many people are affected by aids every year?
A
1.5 million people each year
10
Q
Which STD’s are curable?
A
Gonorrhea, Chlamydia and syphilis. (bacterial STDs)
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