Level of Knowledge and Awareness of Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Safe Sexual Practices

This study was initiated to obtain information from individuals residing at Valencia City about their knowledge and awareness of the sexually transmitted disease and to determine the sexual practice since the STDs were the most leading health problems all over the world. Generally, the study aimed to identify the level of awareness and knowledge of sexually transmitted disease and their sexual practices. Specifically, this study sought to identify the demographic profile of the respondents in terms of age, sex, occupation, educational attainment and socioeconomic status; to determine the level of awareness and knowledge, and sexual practices and the significant differences among male and female when it comes to knowledge and awareness. Quantitative research was used to conduct this study using a questionnaire. Randomly selected were 50 males and 50 females. Results revealed the following: 50% were males and 50% were females aged 18-30 years old; 30% of them were students, 5% were self-employed, and 65% of them are currently working in different areas. fifty four percent were college graduates while 38% of them earned 11,000 – 15,000. They are moderately aware and moderately knowledgeable about sexually transmitted disease and obtained the information from social media.

Keywords: sexual practices, awareness, sexually transmitted disease