Here is some
information that every man should know. It can help you protect yourself, your
family and your community from HIV, hepatitis and other infections.
There is
some information about sexual behaviour. Many cultures do not talk openly about
sex or drug use and find it strange that people seem to mention these
behaviours so much in Australia.
Whether you
practise these behaviours or not, it is still important to know how HIV and
other infections are passed on, so that you can protect yourself and maybe
inform other people in your community.
The
information below can help you understand more. If you have any questions, you
can call the Multicultural Health and Support Service and we will give
you free and confidential support and information.
what is sexual health?
Sex is the
physical joining of two people. It can involve different parts of the body
including the genitals (penis or vagina), the anus (bum), the mouth and tongue,
or fingers and objects (eg sex toys).
Sex can
mean different things to different people. People who want to have children do
so by having sex. People in relationships often share how they feel through
sex. Sex can also be something spontaneous and unplanned, that happens between
two people who have just met.
For
whatever reasons people have sex, it is important to know that sex can affect
your health. Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, hepatitis B ... these are some of the
infections that can be passed from one person to another during sex. Poor
sexual health can affect your ability to have children.
It does not
matter in which country you were born, where you live, how old you are or when
you had sex - you should still think about your health and other people's
health.
some things you should know
What is HIV/AIDS?
What is hepatitis?
What are sexually-transmissible infections?
How can I protect myself?
Where can I get tested?
Men who have sex with men