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Although sexually transmitted diseases don't care about a person's sexual orientation, GLBT individuals often do have different sexual health concerns.
The Anal Pap Smear : Who, When, & Why
The anal pap smear is one way in which anal cancer can be detected. Anal cancer is one of the major possible effects of HPV infection in men.
The Lowdown On the Down Low
Men on the down low are men who sleep with other men while in relationships with women. Learn why this happens, and the sexual hazards associated with down low lifestyles.
Make Your Own Dental Dam
Dental dams can be hard to find, not to mention expensive. You can, however, make your own with a condom and a pair of scissors!
Safer Sex For Lesbians
Women who have sex with women don't need to worry about getting pregnant, so they frequently also fail to think about safer sex. This is unfortunate, since there are several STDs that can be passed from woman to woman. The situation is additionally complicated because lesbians tend to have lower health care utilization, and may not be screened for problems as often as their heterosexual counterparts.
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