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STI TransmissionMarch 13 2026

Summary: Yes. STIs can pass from one person to another on a shared sex toy. The NHS lists sharing sex toys as a way that Chlamydia, Herpes, HPV, Tric...

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Safer SexFebruary 27 2026

Summary: Condoms are made to be used once. Use a new one every time you have sex, and throw one away if you put it on the wrong way round. Used corre...

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Safer SexJanuary 2 2026

Summary: No. There’s no good evidence that peeing after sex lowers your risk of any STI, and UK sexual health advice doesn’t suggest it for that. Pee...

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STI TransmissionDecember 19 2025

Summary: Yes. If you have had unprotected oral sex with a new or casual partner, it is a good idea to get tested. Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, He...

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STI TransmissionNovember 21 2025

Summary: The risk of getting an STI from giving or receiving a hand job is low, much lower than from oral, vaginal or anal sex. Infections that sprea...

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Safer SexAugust 22 2025

Summary: Only have sex when you feel ready and you both want to. You can change your mind at any point, and the age of consent in the UK is 16. You c...