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Marian got herpes from her boyfriend when she was in her early 30s. She talks about the symptoms, how it can be treated, and the issue of discussing herpes with your partner.

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Symptoms that need checking

Find out the symptoms that could mean you have a sexually transmitted infection (STI).

'Condoms don't fit me' and other excuses

What you can say to get your partner to use a condom.

Visiting an STI clinic

What to expect when you visit an STI clinic, including tests, treatment and the questions you might be asked.

Sex activities and risk

The risks of getting sexually transmitted infections (STIs) through various sex activities, including oral and anal sex.

Sexual health FAQ

A sexual health expert, answers questions about sex, contraception, infection symptoms, anal sex and more.

Video: chlamydia testing

A short film about a teenage couple getting tested for STIs including chlamydia.

Chlamydia

Find out about chlamydia, including how it spreads, symptoms, where to get help, and how to protect yourself.

Video: living with HIV

Mick, 41, has had HIV and hepatitis for 25 years. He talks about his treatment and how attitudes have changed.

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Need help now?

Where to get sexual health help urgently. Includes unprotected sex and sexual assault.

Talking about sex

How to talk about sex to your partner, teen or younger child, and why it's important.

Sex and young people

Answers to sex FAQs, including saying no to sex, when a condom splits, being gay, and more.

Focus on chlamydia

Where to get tests and how to treat the most common STI among young people.

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