There are a lot of misconceptions about sexually transmitted infections. It’s time to clear up a few, because the best prevention is still education.
STI and STD Part III: Misconceptions and clichés
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Safer Sex
STI and STD Part V: safer sex and BDSM
Due to a wide range of practices, the risk of transmission is particularly high in BDSM. Find out what you need for safer sex here.
STI and STD Part IV: infection risks in BDSM
The risk of infection for STDs and STIs is significantly higher in BDSM due to the wide variety of activities. Find out here what you need to watch out for.
STI and STD Part II: the 8 most common
What are common sexually transmitted infections? What symptoms do they present? How are they treated, and what are the chances of recovery?
STI and STD Part I: how they’re transmitted
STIs, commonly referred to as sexually transmitted infections, can often be transmitted unintentionally. In BDSM, unfortunately, the possibilities are particularly numerous.
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