Am I at higher risk if I have sex with a member of the same sex?

HIV is transmitted sexually regardless of your sexual preference.  Note however, that world wide, there is a higher prevalence of the virus in certain groups because of their sexual practices and therefore having unsafe sex with someone from one of these groups places you at a higher risk of contracting the virus.  Men who have sex with men, commercial sex workers, and people who have a sexually transmitted infection are examples of such groups.

By following safe sexual practices (using a condom every time) you can reduce your chances of becoming infected.

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