Safe Sex

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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Title:   Safe sex
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   '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.
Date:   Jul 2008

Title:   Facts about sex
Publisher:   inspire foundation
Description:   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.
Date:   Jul 2008

Title:   Thinking about having sex for the first time
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   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.
Date:   Jul 2008

Title:   Taking care of your sexual health
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   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.
Date:   Jul 2008

Title:   Thinking about having sex?
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   This fact sheet has information about deciding when to have a sexual relationship and having safe sex.
Date:   Jul 2008

Title:   Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   STI stands for Sexually Transmitted Infection. An STI is passed from one person to another during sexual contact.
Date:   Jul 2008

Title:   HIV and AIDS
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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.
Date:   Jun 2008

Title:   Safer sex
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   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.
Date:   Jun 2008

Title:   Unprotected sex
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   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).
Date:   Apr 2008

Title:   HIV - women
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   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.
Date:   Apr 2008

Title:   Genital herpes - can you have a sexual relationship?
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   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.
Date:   Apr 2008

Title:   Emergency contraception
Publisher:   Queensland Health
Description:   Emergency contraception can be used to prevent pregnancy after sex.
Date:   Apr 2008

Title:   Safe partying
Publisher:   Inspire Foundation
Description:   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.
Date:   Apr 2008

Title:   Sex - are you ready
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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.
Date:   Mar 2008

Title:   Lesbian issues
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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.
Date:   Feb 2008

Title:   HIV testing
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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.
Date:   Feb 2008

Title:   Sex education - talking to teenagers
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   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.
Date:   Jan 2008

Title:   Are you ready for sex?
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   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,
Date:   Dec 2007

Title:   Dams
Publisher:   Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
Description:   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.
Date:   Nov 2007

Title:   Abstinence-plus programs for HIV infection prevention in high-income countries
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   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...
Date:   Nov 2007
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