About sexual health
Why it’s important, and how to maintain good sexual health.
What we do
What we’re doing to improve sexual health and prevent STI.
National strategies
Our priorities to reduce STI and bloodborne viruses.
HPV vaccination
Getting a human papilloma virus (HPV) vaccine to prevent cervical cancer.
healthdirect helpline
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Did you know?
1 in 6
Australians has had a notifiable STI in their lifetime
124,900
cases of notifiable STI were made in 2020
54%
of notifiable STI in 2020 were among males
Resources
Resources
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Sexually transmissible infections – Voices from the LGBTQIA+ community
This video discusses sexual health and highlights the importance of regular STI testing through testimonials from gender diverse individuals.
00:04:04
Yarning about Aboriginal Women’s Health Business
This video highlights the importance of cervical screening and supporting women to take control of their own health.
58:46
Discussing sexual health, STI prevention & testing in multicultural communities – webinar recording
This is a recording of the webinar held on Thursday 6 June 2024. It features a diverse and expert line up of people who discuss reducing the stigma around sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and encouraging insightful conversations within multicultural communities.
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Sexually transmissible infections – Beforeplay – Vox Pop 3
This video pop talks about sexual health and encourages healthy conversations with friends and partners.