The AAFP recommends high-intensity behavioral counseling to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) for all sexually active adolescents and for adults at increased risk for STIs. (2008)
(Grade: B recommendation)
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Behavioral Counseling to Prevent Sexually Transmitted Infections
Behavioral Counseling to Prevent Sexually Transmitted Infections
Behavioral Counseling to Prevent Sexually Transmitted Infections
The AAFP concludes that the current evidence is insufficient to assess the balance of benefits and harms of behavioral counseling to prevent STIs in non-sexually active adolescents and in adults not at increased risk for STIs. (2008)
(Grade: I recommendation)
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(Grade: I recommendation)
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