HOW DO I PREVENT STIs?

Having safe sex reduces your risk of getting and passing on STIs. Safe sex is vaginal, anal or oral sex when semen, vaginal fluids or blood from one person does NOT get inside the body of the other person. You need condoms and water-based lube to have safe sex.

Condoms are cheap, convenient, and discreet compared to the consequences of not using them. So use them for all new sexual partners, and make sure you keep some with you so you’re prepared for the unexpected.

You can buy a range of different condoms at supermarkets, pharmacies, petrol stations, convenience stores, online stores, and vending machines in toilets. Explore the different textures, sizes, flavours and non-latex varieties to see what feels good for you. Just remember to check the use by date before use.