Sexual health

You can make choices about your sexual health and overall wellbeing with knowledge, safe practices, and getting support when you need it.

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How do I protect myself from STIs?

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections that can be passed from one person to another during sex. Find out about the best ways to protect yourself from STIs and HIV.

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How can I access STI testing and treatment?

Regular STI testing is fast, simple, and confidential. Getting tested means you can find infections early and get the right treatment to protect yourself and reduce the risk of passing an STI to others.

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Where can I get more information or support?

If you need more information or are worried about having an STI, there are a range of support services available.

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For health professionals

STI information, tools, policies and guidelines for health professionals.

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Strategies, research and surveillance​

NSW STI Strategy 2022-2026

The NSW STI Strategy 2022-2026 is a plan to prevent, test, treat, and manage STIs in NSW, with a focus on syphilis, gonorrhoea, and chlamydia.

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STI surveillance data and research

Access NSW STI notification data, reports and research, which track progress against the NSW STI Strategy 2022-2026.

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Related strategies

Find other NSW Health strategies that aim to prevent blood-borne viruses and ensure people can get timely testing, treatment and support.

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Current as at: Tuesday 9 December 2025
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