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When you travel there are a number of things you can do to reduce your risk of acquiring HIV, a sexually transmissible infection or a blood borne virus.
You need to prepare prior to going on your trip and make sure you have had relevant vaccinations and had other health checks.
While you are away, you need to do things which keep you safe such as using condoms, whilst avoiding behaviours which make you vulnerable to unsafe behaviours such as drinking, taking drugs and other substances. When you are home you need to followup and have another health check if you have pout yourself at risk.
The following pages offer practical information about staying safe while you're away.
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Safe sex is using condoms and water-based lubricants as well as a range of other things to reduce the risk of catching or passing on STIs (sexually transmissible infections or HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
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Oral sex is less risky when it comes to getting or transmitting an infection, but some STIs can still be passed on through oral sex. To be as safe as possible:
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Check the expiry date and make sure the label says it meets Australian standards.
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Sex workers, prostitutes, street workers, bar girls, bar boys, call girls, call boys, Go Go girls, brothels, massage parlours…
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Alcohol & Other 'Party' Drug Use |
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Travelers are known to consume more alcohol than they normally would at home. Often amongst friends, drinking is a holiday pastime as it's often a great way to meet other people. Business travelers may also consume alcohol in hotel bars and restaurants.
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Body Art - Acupuncture, Tattoos and Piercings |
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Getting a souvenir piercing or tattoo is a common holiday past time. You need to be aware that HIV, hepatitis B and C and syphilis can all be contracted through blood to blood contact.
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