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Herpes

What is herpes? Herpes is a very common infection caused by a virus called the herpes simplex virus (HSV). There are two types of herpes viruses: HSV-1 and HSV-2. Herpes is a manageable skin problem,

Trichomoniasis

What is trichomoniasis? Trichomoniasis is a genital infection caused by the organism trichomonas vaginalis that is spread through sexual contact. What are the symptoms? Most people with the infection do not have any symptoms.

Mycoplasma Genitalium

What is mycoplasma genitalium? Mycoplasma genitalium is a sexually transmitted bacterial infection that is spread through vaginal and anal sex. It can infect the urethra, cervix (top part of the vagina) and anus. What

HIV/AIDS

What is HIV/AIDS? HIV is a virus that weakens the body’s defence system (the immune system). The immune system helps you fight off germs and stay healthy. HIV is passed from one person to another

Hepatitis B

What is Hepatitis B? Spread by exchange of body fluids (blood, semen, vaginal discharge, anal mucus) during unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex, and sharing injecting equipment, unsterilised tattooing/piercing equipment, and sharing personal items such

Pregnancy Options

Unintended pregnancy This information is designed to help in the process of making a decision regarding an unintended pregnancy. The following information provides you with an overview of pregnancy options. How to tell if

Sexual Health and the Law for Under 18s

It is important that you understand your legal rights and responsibilities as well as those of the people you are having sex with. There are laws about having sex with someone without permission, the age

Puberty

What is puberty? Puberty is often recognised as a transition from childhood to adulthood. Puberty occurs as a result of hormonal changes. The main hormones involved in puberty are oestrogen, progesterone and testosterone. Puberty usually

Condoms

What is a condom? The most common condom is a thin piece of latex (rubber) which is shaped to fit onto an erect (stiff) penis—these condoms can also be called penile or external condoms. There

Contraceptive Vaginal Ring

What is the vaginal ring? It is a soft plastic ring that you place into the vagina once a month. It is left in place for 3 weeks and taken out for 1 week. Once

Diaphragms

What is a diaphragm? A diaphragm is a soft silicone device with a flexible rim. There is only one type of diaphragm available in Australia. It is one size only and is estimated to fit

Emergency Contraception

What is emergency contraception? Emergency contraception (EC) is used to reduce the risk of pregnancy after unprotected sex. There are 3 kinds of emergency contraception available in Australia: insertion of a copper intra-uterine device (IUD)

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