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Sexual Safety Quiz
How often should I get tested for STIs and BBVs?
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This quiz is designed to give you an idea of how often we recommend you have tests for sexually transmissible infections (STIs) and blood-borne viruses (BBVs).
If you would like to learn more about STIs and BBVs before taking the quiz
click here to view our brochure
.
You will be asked some personal questions about your sexual activities and other activities that may involve contact with blood. Please ensure you are in a private and safe space to answer as honestly as possible.
Some questions will be optional, and some questions are required in order to provide you with a recommendation for testing. Please answer as many questions as you can to get the most accurate result.
At the end of the quiz, you can choose to have your responses emailed to you. If you book an appointment with a health professional, it may be helpful to take a copy of your responses with you. It is recommended you also
download and complete this letter template
, which includes space for additional medical information.
Using these resources will assist your health professional to better understand your needs and provide you with the best care.
Please note:
your responses will remain confidential and are not stored on the website.
This quiz is a pilot and your feedback will help us to improve it, please report errors or suggestions for improvement via our
feedback form
The questions in this section are about your sexual activities and STI testing. This information will help your health professional to know what tests to suggest.
Please note:
We use non-gendered medical terms to describe body parts and sexual activity. We acknowledge that this is not language that everyone uses for their bodies; however, we are using these terms so it is clear what we are referring to.
When attending an appointment you can tell the health professional what words you would like them to use when speaking about your body.
Have you been sexually active before?
(Required)
Yes
No
This question asks if you have had any kind of sex before, including oral sex, vaginal sex and anal sex.
How long ago did you last have a test for STIs?
Less than 6 months ago
6-12 months ago
More than 12 months ago
Never had an STI test
If you are diagnosed with an infection, this helps to clarify who else might need to be tested.
STIs include chlamydia, gonorrhoea and syphilis. For more information please
click here to view our brochure
.
How long ago did you last have a test for BBVs?
(Required)
Less than 6 months ago
6-12 months ago
More than 12 months ago
Never had a BBV test
If you are diagnosed with an infection, this helps to clarify who else might need to be tested.
BBVs include HIV, hepatitis B and hepatitis C. For more information please
click here to view our brochure
.
Since your last test, has your mouth had contact with someone else’s:
mouth
penis
vagina/vulva
anus
not applicable
STIs that can be transmitted through this type of contact include syphilis, herpes, chlamydia and gonorrhoea. Some BBVs can also be sexually transmitted through this type of contact i.e. hepatitis B.
Since your last test, how many partners (approx.) for the above activities?
Since your last test, has your anus had contact with someone else’s:
mouth
penis
anus
hand or fingers
toys
not applicable
STIs that can be transmitted through this type of contact include chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, herpes and warts. Some BBVs can also be sexually transmitted through this type of contact i.e. HIV.
Since your last test, how many partners (approx.) for the above activities?
Since your last test, has your vagina/vulva had contact with someone else’s:
mouth
penis
vagina/vulva
hand or fingers
toys
not applicable
STIs that can be transmitted through this type of contact include chlamydia, gonorrhoea, herpes, syphilis and warts. Some BBVs can also be sexually transmitted through this type of contact i.e. HIV.
Since your last test, how many partners (approx.) for the above activities?
Since your last test, has your penis had contact with someone else’s:
mouth
vagina/vulva
anus
penis
hand or fingers
toys
not applicable
STIs that can be transmitted through this type of contact include chlamydia, gonorrhoea, herpes, syphilis and warts. Some BBVs can also be sexually transmitted through this type of contact i.e. HIV.
Since your last test, how many partners (approx.) for the above activities?
Did you use condoms or other barriers for all the activities you selected in the previous questions?
always
sometimes
never
Including casual and regular partners.
External and internal condoms can prevent STIs, BBVs and unplanned pregnancy. Dams can also prevent STIs during oral sex.
How many sexual partners (in total) have you had in the last 6 months?
none
1 person
2-5 people
6-10 people
10+ people
Have you had any sexual partners in the last 12 months?
Yes
No
If toys are used for any sexual contact, are they cleaned before using them for someone else?
always
sometimes
never
not applicable
STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis and herpes, and BBVs such as hepatitis B can sometimes be transmitted if sex toys are not cleaned properly before someone else uses them.
Have you been vaccinated for Human papillomavirus (HPV)?
Yes
No
Unsure
HPV is sexually transmitted and can lead to some cancers. You may know the vaccine as Gardasil ® or the cervical cancer vaccine.
How often do you use alcohol and/or other drugs before sex?
most of the time
sometimes
never
Health professionals do not report this information to police, but it can be helpful to know because the chance of getting an STI or BBV can be higher if alcohol or other drugs are used. Blood-borne viruses such as hepatitis B, hepatitis C and HIV can be transmitted by sharing any injecting equipment.
If you are concerned about your use of alcohol or drugs, a health professional may be able to offer help.
The following questions are about non-sexual activities that may involve contact with blood.
Since your last BBV test, have you had a tattoo or piercing from a place where you were unsure about their health and safety standards?
Yes
No
Someone can get a blood-borne virus from being exposed to tattoo and piercing equipment that is contaminated with someone else's blood. This can happen when equipment isn’t sterilised properly. This is more common overseas than within Australia.
Have you ever had a tattoo or piercing from a place where you were unsure about their health and safety standards?
Yes
No
Someone can get a blood-borne virus from being exposed to tattoo and piercing equipment that is contaminated with someone else's blood. This can happen when equipment isn’t sterilised properly. This is more common overseas than within Australia.
If you inject drugs, do you ever share injecting equipment? (e.g. needles, syringes, drawing up equipment)
Yes
No
Not applicable
To reduce your risk of getting a BBV, avoid sharing or reusing equipment such as needles. You can get sterile needles through a needle and syringe program.
Since your last BBV test has there been any other situation where you may have been in contact with blood? (e.g. had a blood transfusion overseas, shared razors with someone, needlestick injury)
Yes
No
Someone can get a blood-borne virus from being exposed to blood when there is an entry point i.e. a cut or open wound.
Has there ever been any other situation where you may have been in contact with blood? (e.g. had a blood transfusion overseas, shared razors with someone, needlestick injury)
Yes
No
Someone can get a blood-borne virus from being exposed to blood when there is an entry point i.e. a cut or open wound.
Have you been vaccinated for hepatitis B?
Yes
No
Unsure
Vaccination against hepatitis B can provide excellent protection. You may also consider vaccination against hepatitis A. Visit
HepatitisWA
for more information.
Do you have any symptoms that you think might be an STI or BBV?
(Required)
Yes
No
Unsure
STIs commonly don’t cause any symptoms. Symptoms people sometimes have include: discharge from the genitals, pain when peeing, or unusual sores/lumps/rashes.
BBVs commonly don't cause any symptoms. Symptoms people sometimes have include: loss of appetite, nausea and fever. If there are symptoms, this can help a health professional to work out what tests or treatment to offer.
If you are planning to take your quiz results to a testing appointment, you can note here any symptoms you would like to discuss with your health professional:
Has anyone you’ve had sexual or blood contact with told you they have been recently diagnosed with an STI or BBV?
(Required)
Yes
No
Would you like your answers emailed to you?
(Required)
Yes
No
Select "yes" if you would like to keep a copy of your answers, e.g. to take to a sexual health appointment. Your answers will not be stored on the site, and cannot be retrieved after pressing submit.
Email
Please enter your email address if you would like a copy of your answers sent to you. Your answers are only sent to the email you provide and are not saved or stored on the website.