Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are communicable diseases and infections usually transmitted by sexual intercourse. The possibility of infection should be considered before each sexual encounter.

I have not had sexual intercourse yet. I would like to know more.

Some basic information on STDs:

• Human Papilloma Viruses (HPVs)
• Herpes simplex virus 1 and 2 (HSV 1 and 2)
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis C
• Gonorrhoea
• Chlamydia infections
• Syphilis
• Candidosis
• Trichomoniasis