Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people are at risk for HIV, STIs, and pregnancy. This feature answers your questions about abstinence and safer sex, including:

• How do I choose to be abstinent or to practice safer sex?
• How do I use a condom correctly and effectively?
• How can I talk to my partner?
• Where can I get more specific information on HIV and other STIs?

Emergency Contraception

Oops... the condom broke. If you're having heterosexual sex and protection fails or if you forget to use a condom, you need to know about emergency contraception. Learn more here.

Specific Information for Lesbian and Bisexual Women

Everyone's heard it, right? The myth that lesbians don't have to worry about STDs or HIV/AIDS. Truth is, your sexual orientation doesn't make you immune to sexually transmitted diseases. Learn how to protect yourself here.