What is Herpes 1 and 2?
Herpes 1 and 2 are the two types of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Herpes 1 (HSV-1) can cause cold sores around the mouth or
In these pages, we explain more about STI transmission, its prevention, and possible tests and treatments, among other things. Click on any of the following links to find out more.
Herpes 1 and 2 are the two types of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Herpes 1 (HSV-1) can cause cold sores around the mouth or
The cost of an STI test The cost of an STI test depends on where you do the test. In the Netherlands, young people can
Chlamydia is one of the most common bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), with nearly 44,000 people in the Netherlands diagnosed with the infection in 2021
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be transmitted in different ways. STIs can be transmitted during unprotected (without a dental dam or condom) sexual contact between
HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a group of more than 100 viruses that commonly cause harmless growths on the skin, known as warts. The types
Vaginal discharge is a normal body process that keeps the vagina clean, balanced, and healthy. Discharge is usually white or clear in colour and can
What is PrEP? PrEP stands for ‘Pre Exposure Prophylaxis’. It is medications that can help prevent HIV. PrEP can be used by HIV-negative people to
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and is caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis. Never heard of Chlamydia before? That
How soon will I receive my STI test? If you order a test via our website on working days before 6 p.m., you should receive
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is because chlamydia can spread easily, and often has no symptoms. Therefore, most
What does MSM mean? MSM stands for men who have sex with men and refers to people assigned male at birth who engage in sexual
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks your immune system, making you more vulnerable to invading viruses and bacteria. HIV attacks immune cells
It is often mistakenly believed that sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can only affect the genitals. However, it is also possible for certain STIs to infect
If you have a new partner or have recently had unprotected sex, testing yourself for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is a good idea. However testing
If you have had unprotected sex recently and developed symptoms consistent with an STI, you should consider testing yourself. But did you know that certain
Gonorrhoea is an STI caused by the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. Gonorrhoea is usually spread through unprotected sex with an infected person. Have you had unprotected
Mycoplasma genitalium, often referred to as M. genitalium, is a sexually transmitted bacteria that can cause infections of the genital tract, including the cervix, rectum,
Hepatitis B is a contagious liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus. While most people recover complete from hepatitis B, it can sometimes lead