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

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

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

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

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

If you inject drugs, do you ever share injecting equipment? (e.g. needles, syringes, drawing up equipment)

Yes

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

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

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

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

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

Would you like your answers emailed to you?(Required)

Yes

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.

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.