Contraception is used to prevent pregnancy. There are many types of contraception — some work better than others.

Thrush, or candidiasis, is caused by a yeast organism irritating the mucous membrane of the genitals.

Bacterial vaginosis is caused by an imbalance in your vagina’s normal bacteria.

Hepatitis is a viral infection that affects the liver.

Syphilis is a sexually transmissible infection (STI) that may start with an ulcer — although many people have no symptoms.

Genital herpes is a sexually transmissible infection (STI) known as the herpes simplex virus (HSV)

Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can be spread through contact with blood, cum, or vaginal fluids.

Genital warts are caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV).

Gonorrhoea is a sexually transmissible infection (STI) of the genitals, throat, or anus.

Chlamydia is the most commonly diagnosed sexually transmissible infection (STI) in Aotearoa.

Sexually transmissible infections (STIs) are infections that you can get from unprotected sex, or sexual activity.