STIs: Sexually Transmitted Infections
Funded by the National Institute of Nursing Research
- Completely anonymous
- Focuses on prevention
- Overview of diseases, testing, and treatment
- Information for parents about talking to teens
- Listing of resources.
Contraception alone is not enough. Individuals who are sexually active must also learn preventive strategies in order to stay healthy. Whether viewers are seeking information for themselves or are parents worried about their teenagers, this program offers sound information about the various types of infections, how they are transmitted, and what can be done for reliable protection. Viewers learn about the proper use of condoms, common risk factors (e.g., multiple partners), and the importance of early testing and treatment. Topics of printable articles include talking with teens or talking with children about HIV/AIDs. In addition, a section shows where to find help locally.
Built Around Solid Research
Developed by the Oregon Center for Applied Science, Inc., this program demonstrated significant effects during a clinical trial funded by the National Institutes of Health.
System Requirements:
Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows ME, Windows 2000
Mac OS 7.6
166 MHz processor
32 MB available RAM
800x600 16-bit color monitor
10x CD-Rom drive
Quicktime 3.0
Sound Card
Printer Recommended
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