Self-care extends beyond indulging in scented candles and trendy activities like face masks. It also involves looking after our physical well-being, which includes being aware of our health status, such as knowing our HIV status.
Recently, I inquired on Twitter about how often people get tested for HIV/AIDS, and the responses are as follows:
Why do some individuals still hesitate to check their HIV/AIDS status? Having knowledge empowers us to make informed decisions. If you are hesitant to discuss protection with your sexual partner, it raises the question of whether you should be engaging in that relationship.
On the 12th of April, i attended the #foreverwena campaign at UJ Soweto campus. The events aim was to promote positive sexual health for the students.
If you missed the campaign, don’t worry; you still have a chance to win a #foreverwena goodie box.
Share in the comments what positive sexual health means to you.
Sexual health means being responsible for my actions as an adult and make sound sexual decisions for both me and my partner and protect myself during the process
To me Positive SEXUAL health Means being open and comfortable to talk about safe sex and practice it. As females We often find ourselves in relationships where we cannot initiate conversations about using protection because the boyfriend does not want to. PosiTive sexual health is about looking after yourself and knowing what is happening in your body. It is something that needs to be promoted Even more in both men and women. Positive sexual health is about sex education.
Positive sexual health means that i am in control of my body and that i remain safe from any unwanted experiences, infections, etc. It means that I don’t have to negotiate what i go through with anyone and that i get to learn about my sexual health, my body and more with so much ease.
Positive sexual health to me means to have RESPONSIBILITY in your sexual life and knowing that control comes from your side so we have to be able to speak about healthy ways of engaging sexually with our partners and express our DESIRES and needs. It is being mindful of how we not only engage with our bodies but how we engage with other people.
It means knowing your HIV status, testing for other sti’s as well and taking treatment where NECESSARY.
For me what Positive sexual health means is feeling good about ones sexual well-being, both physically & emotionally. It involves having respectful & consensual sexual experiences that are enjoyable & satisfying for everyone involved. It also means being informed about sexual health & practicing safe BEHAVIOURS to prevent sTI’s & unwanted pregnancies. In summ , positive sexual health is about feeling comfortable, confident, & empowered in your sexual relationships & decisions.
To me,Positive sexual health
Means To HAVE self esteem and knowing my self worth. To have one sexual partner, knowing my status and their status.
Positive sexual health to me means open and positive discussions with my partner regarding a healthy sex life. And that is regular hiv and aids tests and using protection like condoms during sexual intercourse.
Positive sexual health To ME means a holistic aproach that prioritizes overall well-being, happiness, and fulfillment in sexual experiences and relationship. SEXUAL health is self-care.
Positive sexual health means being transparent, good communication, respectful interactions and always paying attention to consent. One should always be comfortable with their partner and their partners choices and always be open and honest especially where it can affect the other party. But with this should also come fun. Let’s enjoy each other responsibly
An improved self-esteem and help in reducing depression and anxiety. Knowing that am healthy does well to my mental health and self appearance
Every time we get tested for HIV, we are one step closer to ending the AIDS epidemic.
Positive sexual health means taking care of myself and partner when engaged in any sexual activity. I need to look after my wellbeing and those around me.
To me; Positive sexual health encompasses a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It involves having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, respectful relationships, access to accurate information and healthcare services, and the ability to make informed choices about one’s sexual health and behavior. It’s about embracing sexuality as a natural and healthy aspect of life while prioritizing consent, respect, and responsibility.
It means I use condoms
I test every after 6 months
Safe sex always
Being able to know about the diseases related to your sexuality.
Educating yours more and your partner,doing test together.
It means being aware of the sickness around you,abstaining and doing tests with your partner to know each others status.
Being able to accomodate one another by disclosing your status to your partner in order to prevent the spreading and educating each other.
Lastly being willing or open to learn more about your body snd other and how they embrace SEXUAlity.
It Means Having healthier BODY, A satisfying sex life. Valuing and feeling good about YOURSELF. Positive and satisfying RELATIONSHip WHERe YOU are aware of your PARTNER’ s health STATus ANd making sure that you do health check ups twice or three times a year.
It means that I use a condom when engaging on sexual activities. I take precautions in looking after my sexual life
hAVING A HEALTHY BODY, HAVE SEX THAT IS SATISFYING AND AVOIDING CONTACTING sti’S AND hiv. lEARN TO PLEASURE YOURSELF AND UNDERSTANDING YOUR OWN BODY.
positive Sexual health is making sure you are clean and taking care of your privates, safe sex plays a big part as well, making sure you are mentally stable for sexual relations.
It means knowing Your Hiv status and share it with your partner, practising safe sex and being content with your self. Always stay cautious.
It means knowing your status, to practice safe seX.
It means knowing your status, to practice safe seX, and being content With your health.
It means knowing your status, to practice safe seX, and being content With your health.
A positiVe sex hEalth for me , means having one partner that i am sex active With . It means that we get tested every 3 months to ensure that we are both negative. Having a patrner that respects you enough to make sure they do not go sleeping around with other women.
What an amazing campaigN, a good reminder to Take care of outselves beyond candles
Personal attractiveness,high self esteem and competence As well as freedom to able to engage and explore my sexuality. The ability to have pleasurable and safe sexual EXPERIENCES, free of coercion and violence. Fun and pleasure done safely and responsibly.
Positive sexual health means having a good self-esteem. This means that sex isnt a form of validation.
A healthier body. A satisfying sex life. Valuing and feeling good about yourself. Having peace of mind. Positive and satisfying relationships. Avoiding sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). Preventing unplanned pregnancies. These are just a few of the important benefits of good sexual health. Being sexually healthy means being able to enjoy a healthier body, a satisfying sexual life, positive relationships, and peace of mind. Being sexually healthy also means enjoying your sexuality and taking care of yourself and your partners throughout your life. Being free to talk about sexual health with your partner and health professional is key to your health.
POSITIVE sexual health means being SEXUALLY aware . Having HEALTH non risky sex.
positive sexual health means to always know your and your partners hiv status. having one partner and always using protection because you dont know hwta your partner does when you not there.
POsitive sexua health means being in the know about my status regularly, protecting my self and those i engage with sexually and constantly educating myself and my partner on how to improve our sexual life in a healthy and fun manner
SEXUAL HEALTH IS VERY IMPORTANT AND IT MEANS SO MUCH TO ME BECAUSE IT CAN BADLY AFFECT MY LIVELIHOOD AND PUT MY PARTNER’S LIFE AT RISK. I MAKE SURE THAT I GET TESTED AT LEAST EVERY 3 MONTHS, PRACTISE SAFE SEX AT ALL TIMES, AND HAVE OPEN AND TRANSPARENT CONVERSATIONS WITH MY PARTNER ABOUT HIS HIV STATUS EMPHASISING THE IMPORTANCE OF ONLY HAVING ONE SEXUAL PARTNER AND TESTING REGULARLY.
Positive sexual health means accessibility and having the tools for knowledge. It’s important to recognise when you don’t have the information and tools you need, so that you can work towards obtaining them. Positive sexual health also means being able to communicate your concerns with your healthcare provider and your partner(s), and I’m not sure the former always make room for those conversations enough for us to have them. But, blaming others is not the answer, taking ownership is.
I hope for more frequent and open sex education to empower us all.
Positive sexual health means tqking care of yourself for the benefit of yourself and those you love. It means having a positive perspective to know your status and regualarly checking for other sexually trasmitted illnesses. I wish we viewed our sexual health as basic health concern. Without stigma, but with equal importance.
Positive sexual means knowing and understanding Hiv facts. Its unnecessary in 2024 to even have stigma for an illness that can be controlled.
Positive sexual health means PRACTICING safe sex and making sure i check my status every 3months.
I would realy love to win the foreverwena goodie. 😍🥺
I’m one person who always go to the dr to do some check up every now and again because it is important to know if you well. My health comes first.
Always take your partner to the HIV tests BEFORE Having An Intercourse and always talk about how this disease can affect us and how to take care of each other and not to cheat because cheating brings lots of diseases into the relationship