HPV can spread through direct contact between the skin and the genitals, and any common sexually active person may develop this common infection. The best way to reduce the risk of HPV infection is to conduct safe sex and the number of restricted partners. The use of condoms reduces the risk of contracting HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases, but condoms do not completely prevent genital warts and cervical cancer, as areas that are not covered by condoms are infected with HPV.