What are STI's?
A sexually transmissible infection (STI) is an infection that can be passed on through vaginal, anal or oral sex. Most STIs are transmitted through the exchange of sexual fluids, but some can be passed on through skin to skin genital contact.
STIs can cause a wide range of health problems, from mild irritations to more serious illness. Pregnant women with a STI can pass it on to their unborn children. Some STIs are easily cured with antibiotics if detected early, but can cause long-term problems if left untreated. While other STIs cannot be cured, treatments can help to ease the symptoms.
Some common types of STI's
Chlamydia
Gonorrhoea
Genital Herpes
Syphilis
Genital Warts and the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
Trichomoniasis
Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID)
HIV / AIDS
If you have any questions that you would like to discuss don't hesitate to contact NTAHC and speak to one of our workers.