Overview
STI prevention includes condoms, vaccination, testing, treatment and communication. No method is perfect, but layered strategies reduce risk.
Practical guidance
- Use condoms consistently
- Get vaccinated where eligible
- Test regularly if at risk
- Treat infections promptly
Key points
- Condoms reduce risk
- Vaccines prevent some infections
- Testing detects asymptomatic infection
- Treatment prevents spread
When to seek care
- New relationship
- Multiple partners
- Questions about prevention