Missouri University of Science and Technology, Student Health Services

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Contact Info
H.E.R.Building
1200 North Pine Street
Rolla MO 65409
Phone: (573) 341-4284
Fax: (573) 341-6967
mstshs@mst.edu
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Sexual Health

The decision to be sexually active is not one that should be taken lightly. There are a number of consequences related to sexual activity emotional and physical consequences. Abstinence is the only way to completely eliminate risk; however, there are a number of precautions that you can take to minimize risk. If you choose to become sexually active, you owe it to yourself and your partner to learn as much as you can about the risks involved. Taking the time to educate yourself about behaviors that are considered risky can enable you to engage in Safer Sex!

Explore the links below to learn more about Safer Sex!

Relationship Rights...

To express your opinions and have them be respected.
To have your needs be as important as your partner's needs.
To grow as an individual in your own way.
To change your mind.
To not take responsibility for your partner's behavior.
To not be physically emotionally, or-sexually-abused.
And you have the right to break up and fall out of love with someone and not be threatened.