Safer sex is when steps have been taken to reduce the risk of infection. This can be when partners have tested together and are faithful to each other. Mostly safer sex means using condoms. SEX WITH NO CONDOM PUTS YOU AT RISK OF HIV, SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS (STIs) and PREGNANCY. If you had unprotected sex go, to a clinic immediately to ask about HIV and STI prevention and treatment. If you are not using family planning, sex with no condom can cause pregnancy. The emergency pill/IUD can stop pregnancy if used up to 72 hours after unprotected sex. This does not protect from HIV and STIs or stop you getting pregnant again in future.

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