Alana is grossed out! The photos and text in the previous lesson about sexually transmitted infections really made an impression on her. In fact, she’s so worried about catching an illness that she doesn’t even want to kiss or hold hands with her new boyfriend, Micah. Yuck!

It’s normal for people in new relationships to be concerned about STIs, and it’s smart to be cautious. But Alana’s reaction seems extreme. What she needs are some facts to help her deal with her fears. Is Micah a high-risk partner? If there is some risk, what can Alana and he do to minimize it? And what about Micah? Should he be worried about catching something from Alana? STIs go both ways, after all.

In this lesson, you will learn about the populations at higher risk for STIs and about the ways people can eliminate or reduce their risk of becoming infected.