It isn't splitting hairs at all, GfS. It is an important distinction. Promiscuity does not spread the virus, as you stated. I have already agreed that promiscuity increases the spread but that is not what you said.

Fact: Promiscuous sex, of any group, spreads the HIV/AIDS virus.

Remember?

I also quite agree that if two people stick to the same partners for life then they are not likely to get the HIV virus. But what sort of cloud cuckoo land do you live in if you think that is a viable proposition? Many people will try multiple partners no matter what you say. It is not promiscuous to do so. It is normal. They can do so quite safely as long as they practice safe sex. Which a lot are not doing. Which is why the education program needs to re-invent itself so more will take notice.

Seemples.

DtG