Been diagnosed with an STI? Now what?
If you’ve been diagnosed with a sexually transmissible infection (STI), you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed, worried or unsure about what’s next.
It might seem scary but getting an...
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Talking to your doctor about sexual health
Does the thought of talking to your doctor about sexual health give you butterflies or send a shiver down your spine?
Don’t worry, you’re not alone. It can be a...
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Can I get an STI from oral sex?
The short answer? Yes! Oral sex (using your mouth to pleasure someone’s penis, vagina, or anus) is still sex, at which means that you could get (or give someone) an...
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Safe sex between women
Women who have sex with women are wonderfully diverse. And sex between women is just as diverse. The risk of getting an STI or HIV depends on what kind of...
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Mpox
Mpox (previously called monkeypox) is an infection caused by the monkeypox virus.
What are the symptoms of mpox?
Mpox symptoms usually begin 3 – 21 days after being exposed to...
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Keeping your genitals healthy
Getting to know your genitals and knowing how to care for them is super important. Not only does it allow you to keep them healthy, it also means that if...
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Guess who’s back, back again…Syphilis
You may think of syphilis as an infection that affected people back in the days of Henry VIII, but we’re here to tell you that syphilis is not only alive...
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6 things we wish sex ed had taught us
With consent education becoming mandatory for schools in NSW and VIC, we thought it would be worth revisiting sexual education as a whole. Whether you graduated in the early 00’s,...
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What’s “normal” when it comes to vaginal discharge?
All people with a vagina have vaginal discharge (fluid or semi-solid substance that flows out of the vaginal opening). It’s a way the body maintains a healthy vagina. In fact,...
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What’s the difference between an STI and an STD?
STI stands for sexually transmissible infection. That last word makes all the difference because most of the bacteria or viruses passed on through sex are actually infections, not diseases.
Asymptomatic...
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Safe sex for young people: how to protect yourself from STIs
By understanding the risks associated with sex – and doing what you can do to minimise them – you can protect yourself from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and take control...
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Is it normal to bleed after sex?
Bleeding from inside the vagina after penetrative sex is called post-coital bleeding, and is more common than you might think. There are plenty of reasons why it might be happening...
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Preparing to have sex for the first time
Deciding to have sex for the first time is a big decision. Being prepared is one of the best things that you can do to make sure it’s safe and...
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Erectile dysfunction
What is erectile dysfunction (ED)?
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is when your penis usually or always won’t get fully erect (hard) or won’t stay erect when you want it to.Everyone with...
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How to put a condom on without being awkward
Condoms. They’re the only contraception that protects against both unwanted pregnancy and STIs, yet they can cause people a whole lot of stress when it comes to putting them on...
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Can pre-cum get you pregnant?
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Can I get an STI from that?
Sex is great. But also kinda confusing sometimes. What risks are there for different kinds of sex? And how do you stay safe and take control of your sexual health?...
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When can you stop using condoms with a partner?
When someone chooses to be in a monogamous relationship, they might start thinking about stopping the use of condoms during sex. It might be for reasons of trust, lust, or...
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Can technology help us have safer sex?
Technology has changed every part of the world we live in; from the way we listen to music to the way we date. But we want to know; can technology...
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Foreskin Care- Everything you need to know
Turtleneck, penis beanie, magician’s cloak – the foreskin seems to bear the brunt of a lot of ridicule. People either love them or hate them, but either way you should...
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Premature ejaculation
Premature ejaculation (PE) is one of the biggest worries I hear about it, but it’s rarely medical issue. So what is it? PE is just a fancy way of describing...
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Sex on your period. Everything you need to know.
Sex on your period will undoubtedly be messy, but can also be enjoyable. In fact, there’s absolutely nothing wrong with having sex during this time. But… there’s a few things...
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Does anxiety impact your sex life?
Sexual health isn’t just about STIs. It’s also about feeling safe in your own body, being able to experience pleasure, and being confident to make decisions that are right for...
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How to talk about STIs
Want to ask your partner to get an STI test? Or let someone know you’ve got an STI? Talking about STIs isn’t always easy – here’s some advice to make...
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What is oral sex?
Whether you’re preparing for penetrative sex or you’re just not quite ready to go ‘all the way’; oral sex is a great way to experience and experiment with intimacy. Officially,...
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Foreplay
Foreplay is usually a big part of sex – some might even say the best part.
What is foreplay?
Foreplay builds sexual arousal and pleasure through physical and mental stimulation....
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Sex toys
Sex toys can bring extra fun to masturbating and sex. They’re not just for using alone – they’re also a lot of fun to use with someone else too.
Sex...
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Consent 101
Before having sex, it’s important you have your partner’s consent. Here’s the who, what, when, where, how, and why of consent:
What is consent?
Consent means to agree to do...
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Where did the Condom go?
So you’ve just had sex, but the condom has disappeared? No need to freak out, here are a few steps you can take.
Find the condom
The first thing you...
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Vaginal pain during sex
Vaginal pain during sex is more common than you might think. Here, we discuss the different causes of vaginal pain during sex, how you can address it with your partner,...
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Hepatitis – everything you need to know
So what is Viral Hepatitis?
Hepatitis is a viral illness that makes the liver sick. The three most common types are: A, B and C. Because of the job the...
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Visiting a Youth Health Service
A Youth Health WHAT?
What is a Youth Health Service? And what should you expect when you visit one?
A Youth Health Service is a FREE, SAFE, & CONFIDENTIAL place...
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Pubic lice
Let’s talk about Pubic Lice (aka crabs).
What are Pubic Lice?
Pubic lice are tiny insects that generally live on the pubic hair around the genitals. They can sometimes attach...
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World AIDS Day
What’s World AIDS Day?
Held worldwide on 1st December each year, World AIDS Day provides an opportunity for everyone to:
Remember those who lost their lives to HIV and AIDS...
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Penile Discharge
What’s normal?
For guys, the urethra runs through the middle of the penis to the opening at the head of the penis (glans), and carries urine (pee) during urination or...
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