Module 5

Prevention of HIV/ AIDS

HIV/AIDS has no limit to their choices, it attacks anyone and everyone. BUT we can prevent it from spreading, we can protect ourselves, friends and love ones by simply passing the message, STOP AIDSNOW!. How?

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Abstinence from sex.

Simply say NO to invitation

that may lead you to danger.

Be faithful to your partner.

Loyalty is the key concept of

protecting your special someone.

Correct and consistent

use of condom
But condom is not 100%

safe.

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Do not use

injectable drugs.
Education.
Share the correct

knowledge and change the lives of the millions.

Frequent voluntary

testing

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Guidance and counselling.

Have a healthy lifestyle and

positive behaviour.
Engage or join in any worthwhile

activities that will keep you away from the dangers of drug abuse and HIV/AIDS. This can be in a form of sports or socio civic organization that will promote active and productive living. Remember that an empty mind always have a room for negative thoughts.

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What is a good male condom?

Condoms should be of good quality latex, and each batch should have been routinely tested by a national consumer organization to see that the condoms meet quality standards and are not defective. Using a lubricant (water-based) increases the effectiveness of the condom, both in protecting against infection and in providing lubrication so that the condom does not tear.

How to properly use a male condom?

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Always use a new latex or polyurethane condom for each act of vaginal or anal intercourse. (Condoms are also recommended for oral sex with a partner who is known to be HIV-positive or whose HIV status you do not know.) Open the package carefully, so that you do not tear the condom. Before any form of direct sexual contact with your partner, place the condom over the head of your erect penis, leaving about a half-inch of space at the end (Figure 1). Note: If you are uncircumcised, pull back the foreskin before you place the condom over the head of your penis.

How to properly use a male condom?

3. The condom should fit over the head of the penis like a small rubber cap, with the rolled "brim" outside the "cap" -- so that it will unroll easily down the shaft of the penis. Gently squeeze the tip of the condom to remove any trapped air. 4. Hold the tip of the condom and unroll it all the way down to the base of your penis (Figure 2). A lubricant, applied to the outside of the condom, will make insertion easier. Use only a water-based lubricant. A water-based lubricant can be used at this point

How to properly use a male condom?

5. If you feel the condom break -- or think it may be broken -- withdraw immediately. Throw the condom away and use a new condom. 6. After you ejaculate, hold the condom to the base of your penis while you withdraw -- to keep it from coming off while it is still in your partner's vagina, anus, or mouth. Gently peel the used condom off the tip of your penis (Figure 3) and throw it away. Never use a condom more than once.
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How to properly use a female condom?

Carefully remove the condom from its package

Some women find it comfortable to insert the condom while standing with one leg raised, or you may find it more comfortable to insert the female condom while squatting or lying down. While squeezing the ring, insert the closed end of the condom into your vagina.

One end of the condom will have an opening for the penis to enter. This end will remain outside the vagina. Squeeze the flexible inner ring at the closed end of the condom.

How to properly use a female condom?

Placing your index finger inside of the condom, gently push the inner ring into your vagina as far as it will go. Be careful not to twist the condom.

When removing the condom after sex, twist the outer ring so that no semen leaks out during removal.

The outer ring of the condom should remain outside of the vagina. Placing lubrication inside of the condom may help keep it in place during sex.

Throw the used female condom into the garbage. Do not flush it down the toilet. Do not reuse the condom.

Make sure his penis enters inside the female condom, not to one side. The female condom should not be used with a male condom.
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Take the lead! Spread the message, NOT the virus...

What YOUth can do? Always disseminate the right information.

Knowledge is vital in preventing HIV/AIDS and other STDs.

Be an agent of positive living and behavioral

change. Create an enabling environment to many, especially to people living with HIV/AIDS. Learn to listen, acknowledge and appreciate their efforts no matter how small. Each one can make a share that will help you in the advocacy.

Take the lead! Spread the message, NOT the virus...

What YOUth can do? Dare to create a bigger impact on your peers.
Maximize your potentials and be creative. Educate the youth according to their needs. Too much is sometimes boring, but too short is critical. Know how to handle the information that will be given. Fight stigma and discrimination. Many lives have been displaced because of the wrong notion about HIV/AIDS; its time to help those who cant speak for themselves.