After years of hard work, it’s finally time to let loose and celebrate. But as fun as schoolies can be, it’s important that you stay safe, including when it comes to sex. Use condoms The easiest way to practice safe sex? Use condoms. Condoms act as a physical barrier, preventing […]
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
After years of hard work, it’s finally time to let loose and celebrate. But as fun as schoolies can be, it’s important that you stay safe, including when it comes to sex. Use condoms The easiest way to practice safe sex? Use condoms. Condoms act as a physical barrier, preventing […]
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]
It’s Valentine’s Day National Condom Day! It’s no coincidence that Valentine’s Day and National Condom Day fall on the same day… but in terms of which one we’re celebrating, well, that’s a no brainer. Here at Play Safe, we’ll take any excuse to celebrate condoms, but today, on National Condom […]
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Your STI test results are always confidential just like any other healthcare information.
Your STI test results are confidential, just like any other healthcare information. However, if you’re diagnosed with a notifiable STI, your doctor may be legally required to report it to NSW Health or your local public health unit. Your information is protected by privacy laws, but if you have any concerns, speak to the doctor or nurse doing your test, or call 1800 451 624 to talk to a sexual health nurse (it’s free and anonymous).
Your STI test results won’t show up on your Medicare records.
If you’re over 14, everything about your Medicare use is kept confidential, even from parents. If you’re 15 or over you can get your own Medicare card if you want to. If you are under the age of 14, your parents or guardians can see limited details about your Medicare claim history via an online account. This includes information regarding the date you saw a doctor, amount paid and the rebate given by Medicare. To find out more about how young people’s medical information is kept safe, click here.
If you’re worried about confidentiality, you can get the full rundown here.
Health care providers (including Nurse Nettie) are legally and professionally required to make reports if they believe you’re at significant risk of harm from someone else or think you may hurt yourself or others. They have a duty of care to ensure you’re safe. You can find out more about this over on Law Stuff.
If you want more info about confidentiality, you can ask Nurse Nettie.
What is STI testing? STI testing is the process of running medical tests to check for any sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is quick, easy, and confidential. Most STI tests only require a blood test and either a self-collected swab or a urine sample. Why is STI testing important? […]