The following is an extract from Beforeplay – a campaign of the Australian Government.
STIs are common – it’s a fact Sexually transmissible infections (STIs) are common and they’re nothing to be embarrassed about. 1 in 6 Australians will get an STI in their lifetime. Yep, they’re that common – but they don’t have to be! The good news is, there are easy steps you can take to look after your sexual health. By making regular STI testing and safe sex part of your Beforeplay, you can help protect yourself and your partner(s) from STIs. It’s that simple – let us tell you how.
You could have an STI and not even realise STIs can affect anyone who is sexually active, no matter your age, gender, relationship status or sexual orientation. Most importantly, STIs often have no symptoms. That’s why it’s important to stay on top of your sexual health and test regularly. Symptoms vary depending on the STI and your gender. If you fnd any unusual things happening, you should talk to a healthcare professional about it.
Where can I get an STI test? You can get a test at:
- Your healthcare provider or any GP
- Sexual and reproductive health services
- Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations
- Community health centres
- Medicare Urgent Care Clinics.
Read more here: https://www.health.gov.au/sti
