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Which birth control method reduces the risk of pregnancy and protects from sexually transmitted infections a birth control pills b condoms C diaphragm D vasectomy?Of all the birth control methods available, the male condom provides the best protection against STIs. Condoms are not as good as other methods in preventing pregnancy. Using both a condom and another method, such as a spermicide, is the best way to protect against pregnancy and STIs.
How do the birth control methods protect against sexually transmitted diseases?Birth control methods like the pill, patch, ring, and IUD are very effective at preventing pregnancy, but they do not protect against STDs and HIV. The most reliable way to avoid STDs is to not have vaginal, anal, or oral sex.
Which of the following contraceptives provides the best protection against sexually transmitted infections?Condoms provide the best documented protection against such pathogens as: gonorrhea, herpes simplex virus (HSV), hepatitis B, HIV, and chlamydia. Female dependent barrier methods also provide protection against most STDs and also possibly HIV.
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