Originally Posted by
Jaimecbr900
Thanks.
Sorry, but the CDC disagrees with you too.
As quoted from their website:
"AIDS is, by far, the most deadly sexually transmitted disease, and considerably more scientific evidence exists regarding condom effectiveness for prevention of HIV infection than for other STDs. The body of research on the effectiveness of latex condoms in preventing sexual transmission of HIV is both comprehensive and conclusive. In fact, the ability of latex condoms to prevent transmission of HIV has been scientifically established in “real-life” studies of sexually active couples as well as in laboratory studies.
Laboratory studies have demonstrated that latex condoms provide an essentially impermeable barrier to particles the size of STD pathogens.
Theoretical basis for protection. Latex condoms cover the penis and provide an effective barrier to exposure to secretions such as semen and vaginal fluids, blocking the pathway of sexual transmission of HIV infection.
Epidemiologic studies that are conducted in real-life settings, where one partner is infected with HIV and the other partner is not, demonstrate conclusively that the consistent use of latex condoms provides a high degree of protection."
HIV is not transmitted by mere contact. So therefore a "barrier" between the virus and an "entry point" into your body is very effective. Condoms may not keep you from STD's that are acquired thru mere contact, but it certainly does up the protection level considerably.
#1. There is no easy way to tell someone to get tested.
#2. The best way to bring it up is to bring it up.
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