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Follow the links below to find information on safe sex and how to protect yourself and your partner.
Updated Sept 2007
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Safe sex
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Better Health Channel
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'Safe sex' is having sexual contact while minimising the risk that you will get a sexually transmissible infection (STI). Sexual contact that doesn't involve the exchange of semen, vaginal fluids or blood between partners is considered to be safe sex. If used correctly, condoms can dramatically reduce the risk of most sexually transmitted infections and unwanted pregnancy.
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Jul 2008
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Facts about sex
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inspire foundation
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It is easy to be confused about sex. There are so many mixed messages and myths surrounding it - it is not easy to tell what is right and what is not. This factsheet sets the record straight on some of the most common questions.
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Jul 2008
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Thinking about having sex for the first time
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Inspire Foundation
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There is no right or wrong time to become sexually active - it varies for each person. This factsheet includes information about why you might or might not decide to become sexually active, facts about first time sex and what happens after you have sex.
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Jul 2008
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Taking care of your sexual health
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Inspire Foundation
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If you are sexually active, it is important to have regular visits to a health practitioner to have sexual health checks. This factsheet includes information about what happens and what questions you might like to ask.
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Jul 2008
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Thinking about having sex?
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Inspire Foundation
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This fact sheet has information about deciding when to have a sexual relationship and having safe sex.
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Jul 2008
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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infection. An STI is passed from one person to another during sexual contact.
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Jul 2008
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HIV and AIDS
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Better Health Channel
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The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) causes acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). In Australia, HIV is most commonly spread by sexual intercourse without a condom and by sharing needles, syringes and other injecting equipment.
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Jun 2008
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Safer sex
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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If you're sexually active or thinking about having sex, it's important to have information that will help you make the right choices. Many young people know that if they are ready for sex and are considering having sex, it's really important to make sure it is safer sex.
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Jun 2008
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Unprotected sex
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Queensland Health
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Sometimes people feel that having unprotected sex enhances their experience of intimacy with their partner. While this may be the case, unprotected sex can involve risks. These include unintended pregnancies, and the transmission of sexually transmissible infections (STIs).
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Apr 2008
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HIV - women
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Queensland Health
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The Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is the virus that can lead to Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). The number of women with HIV infection and AIDS has been increasing worldwide. Stereotypes associated with AIDS can prevent women, and their healthcare providers, from seeing themselves at risk for HIV infection. AIDS is not a gay or straight or a male or female disease. AIDS is a human disease.
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Apr 2008
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Genital herpes - can you have a sexual relationship?
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Queensland Health
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The herpes simplex virus causes genital herpes. There are many types of herpes viruses. Both herpes simplex type 1 (HSV1) and herpes simplex type 2 (HSV2) can infect the genital area. HSV1 commonly causes 'cold sores', and tends to occur in the upper half of the body, mainly around the lips and mouth.
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Apr 2008
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Emergency contraception
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Queensland Health
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Emergency contraception can be used to prevent pregnancy after sex.
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Apr 2008
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Safe partying
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Inspire Foundation
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Wanting to go out and party is a normal rite of passage for most young people. There are a few simple things that you can do to have fun in a safe way, and to minimise potential negative impacts of partying. Check out this fact sheet for more info.
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Apr 2008
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Sex - are you ready
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Better Health Channel
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It's normal to have a lot of mixed feelings about sex. Don't let anyone intimidate you into having sex. If you decide to have sex, talk to your doctor or go to a Family Planning Association clinic to find out about preventing unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmissible infections.
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Mar 2008
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Lesbian issues
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Better Health Channel
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There is nothing wrong with being a lesbian. It can take some time to work out whether you are lesbian or not. If you are confused there are confidential services you can telephone for advice and support.
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Feb 2008
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HIV testing
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Better Health Channel
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It is advisable to be tested for HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) if you are at risk of becoming infected. Early detection and treatment can help people with HIV to stay healthy and delays the onset of complications of HIV infection including AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). Treatment aims to control HIV and support the infected person's immune system.
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Feb 2008
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Sex education - talking to teenagers
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Better Health Channel
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Many parents and carers feel shy about discussing sex with their children. Your teenager needs accurate information if they are to negotiate sexual relationships safely and responsibly. Sex education should cover a variety of topics including the biology of sex and reproduction, relationships, sexuality, contraception and STIs.
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Jan 2008
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Are you ready for sex?
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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Young people can feel a lot of pressure to have sex. Friends may tell you they're all doing it (sometimes even if they're not), and you see it on the TV and in the movies. You might also feel pressured by a particular person,
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Dec 2007
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Dams
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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A dam, or dental dam, can be used during oral sex - involving contact between the mouth and labia, vagina or anus - to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). It is a thin sheet of latex that covers the genital area.
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Nov 2007
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Abstinence-plus programs for HIV infection prevention in high-income countries
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John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
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Abstinence-plus programs are widespread interventions that primarily target young people. On the premise that sexual abstinence is the best way to prevent HIV, abstinence-plus interventions aim to prevent, stop, or decrease sexual activity; however, pr...
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Nov 2007
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