by IvoryGorilla | Feb 2, 2021 | Abstinence, Protective Methods, Risky Behavior, Top Blogs
The CDC states, “The most reliable ways to avoid transmission of STDs/STIs are to abstain from sexual activity, or to be in a long-term mutually monogamous relationship with an uninfected partner.” [1] In other words, condoms/contraceptives do not...
by IvoryGorilla | Apr 7, 2020 | Abstinence, Protective Methods, Top Blogs
This is a question we recently received from a student after viewing our presentation. This is a valid question, and one we hope to answer it in a brief and concise way. First, let’s define some terms. SAFE-SEX defined by Merriam-Webster’s dictionary is: ‘Sexual...
by IvoryGorilla | Jan 8, 2020 | Sexually Transmitted Infections, Top Blogs
We received a question from one of our students asking, “Are STIs curable? Or are you permanently ill?” To answer this question in brief, there are some STIs that are curable and some that are not. STIs that currently do not have a cure include Oral...