All STI Testing Articles for members of the public

Why is compliance with testing standards so important?

With more people opting to go private for STI/STD testing rather than relying on public health services, just how trustworthy are these private testing providers?

Everything you need to know about chlamydia

This guide contains everything you need to know about chlamydia including what it is, signs and symptoms of the infection, how it’s treated, and how often you should get tested.

Everything you need to know about herpes

This guide contains everything you need to know about herpes including what it is, the signs and symptoms of the infection, how it’s treated, and how often you should get tested.

STIs/STDs during pregnancy

In this guide, we discuss STIs during pregnancy, how certain STIs can affect your pregnancy, and why STI testing is important for expectant mothers.

Which STIs/STDs can you get from oral sex?

We discuss the STIs that can be passed on during oral sex, how you can reduce your risk of catching an STI/STD from oral sex, and how to get tested.

Can you catch an STI/STD with a condom?

How condoms can help prevent the spread of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and when to use them to reduce the risk of infection.

Can you have sex with a UTI?

In this guide, we discuss urinary tract infections (UTIs), what they are, and whether it is safe to have sex while you have a UTI.

Are cold sores herpes?

We discuss cold sores, what they are, the different strains of herpes (herpes simplex virus) and the symptoms they may cause (including cold sores).

How long can HIV go undetected?

In this article, we discuss HIV, what it is, how long the virus can go undetected, and the different stages of HIV infection.

Can you get an STI without having sex?

In this article, we discuss whether you can get an STI without having sex, how STIs/STDs are passed on, and how to get tested for STIs.

What is the difference between an STI and an STD?

We discuss the difference between STIs and STDs, common symptoms, and how you can keep your sexual health in check with regular testing.

How soon do STI symptoms appear?

In this guide, we look at how soon STI symptoms appear, common symptoms to look out for, and how to get tested for STIs.

Everything you need to know about syphilis

Everything you need to know about syphilis including what it is, signs and symptoms of the infection, how it’s treated, and how often you should get tested.