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Sexual health
Safe sex - an overview
Affection, love and sex are important aspects of life. But sexual activity can also be associated with risks and health problems. Learn more here.
Contraception options
There are many methods and types of contraception. Some are easier to use or more effective than others — know how to make the best choice for you.
Female sexual problems
Many women experience sexual problems from time to time. Learn more about some common problems and how they can be treated.
Genital warts
Genital warts is an STI that causes bumps on areas such as the vagina, penis, anus and scrotum. Learn about its treatment and prevention.
Getting pregnant
Conception is complex – there is often more to it than just having sex. Learn more about ovulation, pregnancy and your growing embryo.
Male sexual problems
Nearly one in two Australian men have experienced a sexual difficulty, which can include a sexual act, from foreplay through to attaining or maintaini...
Sexually transmitted infections (STI)
Sex is part of a healthy relationship, but can carry risks. Learn about safe sex, STIs, spotting symptoms, and what to do if you get infected.
Vaginal thrush
Vaginal thrush is a common yeast infection caused by the candida species of fungus. Learn more about the symptoms and treatments here.
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Sexual health services | NT.GOV.AU
When you should have a sexual health check, information about Clinic 34 and where to go for a free sexually transmitted infection test.
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Trichomoniasis - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Gonorrhoea - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Mycoplasma genitalium - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Masturbation - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Libido - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Healthy relationships - Sexual Health - Australian Indigenous HealthInfoNet
Healthy relationships A healthy relationship between partners is a crucial element of sexual health
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What is bacterial vaginosis - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Sex and the Law (Sexual Assault and Abuse) - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Multilingual and translated - Sexual Health Victoria
Sexual Health Victoria (formally Family Planning Victoria) focuses on reproductive and sexual health care, education and advocacy. Our vision is to improve ever
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Physical and sexual health - Orygen, Revolution in Mind
Orygen is the world’s leading research and knowledge translation organisation focusing on mental ill-health in young people.
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Low Libido: the Psychological Aspect - Australasian Menopause Society
Many women present to their doctor reporting vaginal dryness and pain with intercourse around the time of the menopause transition.
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Sexual difficulties in the menopause - Australasian Menopause Society
Sexual difficulties can be life-long or recently acquired, but they are a common presentation at the menopause.
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Saliva: Salivary Microbiota, Kissing and Dry Mouth | Ausmed
Whilst it may not be the most pleasant or attractive health topic, it is clear that to provide evidence-based care, nurses and healthcare professionals need to know about the bodily fluids that they may come in contact with when providing face-to-face patient care.
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Sex and Psychological - Australasian Menopause Society
The following topics concerning the sex and psychology may be found in the AMS Information Sheets.Low Libido and Testosterone Therapy Low libido refers to a woman’s lack of desire for sex and is the most common sexual problem reported by women. Other common difficulties include problems with arousal and orgasm. Sexual well-being is a complex area of women’s health. Low libido always has more than one cause and it is important to determine whether it is lifelong or recently acquired. In any
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Testosterone Case Study - Australasian Menopause Society
Testosterone case study | Sue 54 year old
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Libido and the Natural Menopause Transition - Australasian Menopause Society
Libido and the Natural Menopause Transition
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Inclusive practice – Intersex Human Rights Australia
Guides to inclusive practice, to help make your service, program or project intersex-friendly.
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Herpes simplex virus 1 & 2 - Pathology Tests Explained
The herpes simplex virus is transmitted through direct contact, which can include kissing; vaginal, oral, or anal sex; or other skin-to-skin contact
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Clinical guidelines – Intersex Human Rights Australia
Are clinical guidelines enough to eliminate human rights violations against intersex people in medical settings? Reviewing the evidence, we believe they are inadequate, and their prerequisites do not exist.
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