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Safe sex ... all about

Page content: Safer sex | Sexually transmissible infections | Sexual assault | Important contacts

 
 

Safe sex can help prevent sexually transmissible infections (STIs) like HIV, chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhoea, genital warts and herpes. Barrier protection like condoms, female condoms and dams provide the best protection.

Safer sex

Safe sex is important for everyone who is sexually active. Barrier methods like condoms provide the best protection.

Sexually transmissible infections

HIV, chlamydia, syphilis, gonorrhoea, genital warts and herpes are sexually transmitted infections.

Sexual assault

Sexual assault may mean you have been exposed to sexually transmitted infections. Always seek professional help and support.

Important contacts

  • Melbourne Sexual Health Centre Tel (03) 9341 6200 or 1800 032 017 or TTY 9347 8619

More information
Victorian Government Health Information – Sexually transmissible infections (STIs).
National STI Campaign.
Like it is (Marie Stopes International) - for teenagers.
Family Planning Victoria - Guide to sexually transmitted infections.
CASA Forum (Victorian Centre Against Sexual Assault).
Royal Adelaide Hospital - Sexually Transmitted Diseases Service.
 

 

 


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