STDs and Sexual Activity: Transmission Risks Explained

Generally, you cannot contract an STD from someone who has never been sexually active. STDs spread via infected bodily fluids (semen, vaginal fluids, blood). No sexual contact = no exposure to these fluids.

Rare Exceptions

• HSV-1 (oral herpes) – can spread through non-sexual saliva contact (kissing, sharing utensils) with an infected person.
• Hepatitis B – transmitted via infected blood/semen; not typically through casual contact.

If concerned about STDs, consult a doctor for risk assessment and prevention strategies.