FROM: Health and Wellness RE: Wellness Wednesday Tips
Sent: 11/6/2018 12:58:04 PM
To: Students

College is a place where many students choose to explore their sexuality. Students can do this safely by following these tips:

1) Get tested. Protect your sexual health by getting tested for STDs annually or even more frequently.

2) Always use protection. Even if you are in a long-term, monogamous relationship with a partner who has been confirmed STD-free, always make sure to use protection to prevent the risk of contracting a disease and to prevent an unplanned pregnancy.

3) Discuss issues with your partner. Sex shouldn't be painful or scary. If you are nervous or uncomfortable with any element of your sexual relationship, make sure to bring these things up with your partner or health care provider to ensure things are emotionally and physically ok.

4) Get regular exams. Whether you're male or female, getting your equipment checked out regularly is a must. Women can get breast exams and pap smears that can greatly reduce their risk of cancer.

For more information, please contact Rachel Michaels at michaels_r@calu.edu, or visit the Health Center in Carter Hall, G-53