HIV + STI = increased chance of giving HIV to a sex partner.

Yes, we did just combine math and health class. #sorrynotsorry

We want you to be healthy af. And the first step to that is always being informed! So what's the relationship between HIV and STIs? Well, HIV is a type of STI. And certain STIs, such as herpes, can make it easier to get HIV. STIs can also increase the chances of passing HIV to a partner.