Health Statistics 

            When you look at the statistics, there should be no question that acting out on same-sex attractions is dangerous to your health. Here are just a few of the statistics you can share with friends: 

•           In 2000, the United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported that 49% of all AIDS cases were among homosexual men age 13-24. 

•           At least 50% of all new HIV infections in the US are among people under 25 years old. 

•           Homosexual men are 9 times more likely to contract the HIV infection than heterosexual men. 

•           Homosexual men and women are at a significantly higher risk of  contracting incurable sexually transmitted diseases, including herpes and HPV. 

•           Homosexual women are at increased risks for certain cancers. 

•           Acting out on same-sex attractions also has devastating psychological effects, including increased drug and alcohol abuse.