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Vaginal Thrush

What is vaginal thrush? Vaginal thrush is a common infection caused by an overgrowth of a naturally occurring yeast. It is different to the yeast that is used in food. This yeast is normally found

The Menstrual Cycle

What is the menstrual cycle? The menstrual cycle is a hormonal and physical cycle that the body goes through in preparation for pregnancy – often occuring monthly. The menstrual cycle usually starts between the ages

Information on Abortion in South Australia

How do you know you’re pregnant? Possible signs include: a missed period or your period may be shorter or lighter than usual tender and/or bigger breasts tingling or tender nipples feeling sick and/or tired need

Chlamydia

What is chlamydia? Chlamydia is a bacterial infection that is easily spread through sexual contact. It is the most commonly reported sexually transmitted infection (STI) in Australia. Chlamydia is also the most common STI in

Safer Sex

There is no guarantee that sex – like everything in life – will be 100% safe, regardless of how you have sex and who you have it with. If you decide you want to have

Syphilis

What is syphilis? Syphilis is a highly contagious sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by a type of bacteria called Treponema pallidum. It can be treated and cured with antibiotics. However, if left untreated, syphilis can

Choices in Contraception

What is contraception? Contraception (also known as ‘birth control’) is something you use or do to prevent pregnancy. There are many types of contraception and the best choice for you depends on your needs and

Menopause

What is menopause? Menopause is when the final menstrual bleed (period) occurs. This happens because the ovaries stop releasing eggs and there are hormone changes in the body. Once you have not had a period

Sexually Transmitted Infections

What are sexually transmitted infections? Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections caused by some bacteria, viruses and other organisms. They can be passed from person to person through any form of sexual activity, including vaginal,

Bacterial Vaginosis

What is bacterial vaginosis? A healthy vagina has many types of bacteria present. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a common condition where there is an imbalance and overgrowth of a certain type of bacteria in the

Gonorrhoea

What is gonorrhoea? Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that can infect the throat, anus, genitals and eyes. What are the symptoms? Often there are no symptoms of gonorrhoea, so people can have

Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)

What is HPV? HPV (Human Papilloma Virus) is a virus that can cause genital warts and certain cancers. There are many types of HPV that affect different parts of the body and some of them

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