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By Kathy Belge, About.com Guide to Lesbian Life since 2003

Lesbians and Herpes

Monday April 17, 2006
I often hear from lesbians that they do not practice safer sex. Why? Because they say lesbians are not at risk for HIV and AIDS. Which first of all is not true. But also, safer sex does not just protect you from HIV and AIDS, it protects you from all kinds of sexually transmitted diseases, including herpes. As it turns out, lesbians are a great risk for herpes. Here’s what you need to know about lesbians and herpes.
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