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Sexual health support can help you work out what contraception works best for you, how to prevent sexually transmitted infections, get information and help if you experience an unplanned pregnancy, or are concerned you might have an infection.
Free STI testing clinic
Macquarie University Health General Practice offer free, confidential, and non-judgemental Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) checks to Macquarie University students.
Some health advice to consider:
- All STIs can cause disease and be transferable without producing symptoms
- Safe sex such as condoms may prevent its transmission
- Most STIs can be easily treated with medication if caught early but can cause serious issues if not detected and treated.
International students: Make sure to bring your Medibank OSHC member card with you when attending the STI check.
The test you want
Make and appointment for a free and confidential STI check.
Book hereFree Sexual Health Products
Free play packs are available for LGBTQIA+ from Acon, an organisation that helps sexuality and gender diverse people take control of their sexual health by providing information, workshops, and a range of support services.
Family Planning NSW’s project, Freedom Condom, provides free condoms, water-based lubricant and sexual health information for NSW young people.
Sexual Health support
A good place to start if you want to talk about your sexual health is with the GP (doctor) clinic at Macquarie University Health.
GPs and registered nurses offer screening for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and information about contraception and safer sex.
The following important information is provided in a variety of languages:
- Respectful Relationships and the laws in Australia – visit the Translated Resources page on Coercive Control
- Consent – visit the NSW Health Consent page
Other services that can support you
Family Planning NSW Talkline
Free and confidential, talk to a specialised sexual health nurse about your sexual health questions
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Sexual Health Infolink
Learn more about STI testing and prevention services in NSW
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International Student Health Hub
Access health and sexual health care for international students
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ACON LGBTQ Sexual Health Support
Including safe sex packs and workshops, and information about HIV prevention and rapid HIV testing
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Macquarie's support for LGBTQIA+
We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive culture for LGBTQIA+ students and staff
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The Modern Guide to Sex
A free guide that can help you build sexual confidence and communicate better with your partner
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Consent
Find out what good consent conversations look like by completing the Safe Communities @ MQ module
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Contraception
Find the best form of contraception for you as well as emergency contraception for after sex
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Unplanned pregnancy
Speak to your GP or contact the Pregnancy Choices Helpline to discuss your options
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Preventing HIV infection
Access medication to prevent HIV if you are concerned that you are at risk.
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Talking with a partner
Feel comfortable talking about safe sex with a partner.
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Sexual assault and harassment
Talk to our staff or external support if you, or someone you know, has been assaulted or harassed
Learn moreSafer sex
Safer sex is sexual contact where you protect yourself and your sexual partner against sexually transmissible infections (STIs), and also help prevent an unplanned pregnancy. It's your right to ask your partner to practice safe sex.
The most effective protection against many STI's is a barrier like a condom (for a penis or vagina), dental dams or gloves, used with water-based lubricant. Practising safe sex protects you and your partner.
