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HIVAIDS Pos Emotion Appeal Final Edit1
HIVAIDS Pos Emotion Appeal Final Edit1
Condoms
Newly Reported Cases of STDs in Maricopa County Since January 2011: Chlamydia - 20,749
As of February 2010, 14,041 people in Arizona are known to be living with HIV. Gonorrhea 3,227 It is estimated that an additional 3,700 people are infected and dont know it. Syphilis - 593 There is NO known cure for AIDS. Latex condoms, when used consistently and correctly, are highly effective in preventing the sexual transmission of HIV, the virus that causes AIDS and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs). How to Use a Condom 1. Make sure to look for the expiration date on the condom as well as making sure there are no holes or tears on the condom package. This could mean the condom is old, dry and brittle and could break easily. 2. Carefully remove condom from package. Avoid using teeth to tear open; this may cause you to rip the condom. 3. Pinch condom tip to remove any air and place on tip of penis. Any air trapped in the condom could cause the condom to break while engaging in intercourse. 4. While still pinching tip of condom, roll the rest of the condom down all the way to the base of the penis 5. Only use water-based lubrication to avoid breakage or damage to the latex.