This section explores the physical tools people use to prevent getting or giving STIs (sexually transmitted infections) and/or pregnancy. Everyone who is sexually active has some risk of receiving/transmitting an STI, but not everyone can – or wants to get pregnant. While there are many tools available to prevent getting or passing an STI, this section explores the physical barriers (condoms, dental dams, etc) that one might use.

Click around in this section to learn about what protection and contraception options are out there, and which ones might be best for you and the sex you are having.