Nobody is immune from sexually transmitted diseases

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Whether you are young or old, you could be at risk of contracting a sexually transmitted infection (S-T-I) with each new intimate relationship.


Recent national health research shows 16 per cent of Australians will have an S-T-I in their lifetime.

Seeking medical help can be difficult for people who come from communities where sex isnt openly discussed.So how do you avoid getting an S-T-I?

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