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Breaking the stigma: De-stigmatising STIs
As a society, we are slowly talking about sex more openly. Dismantling the taboo of sex is definitely a good thing as it allows us to feel more comfortable when talking about our sexual needs with a potential partner. However, the conversation changes when the subject of sexual transmitted infections (STIs) comes up.
Unsurprisingly, as a nation we are still uncomfortable with discussing STIs. After the AIDs epidemic of the 90s, many people still feel afraid of the reaction to an STI diagnosis.
Unsurprisingly, as a nation we are still uncomfortable with discussing STIs. After the AIDs epidemic of the 90s, many people still feel afraid of the reaction to an STI diagnosis.