In these pages, we explain more about STI transmission, its prevention, and possible tests and treatments, among other things. Click on any of the following links to find out more.
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a virus that attacks your immune system, making you more vulnerable to invading viruses and bacteria. HIV attacks immune cells
If you have had unprotected sex recently and developed symptoms consistent with an STI, you should consider testing yourself. But did you know that certain
Hepatitis B is a contagious liver disease caused by the hepatitis B virus. While most people recover complete from hepatitis B, it can sometimes lead
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by the bacteria Treponema pallidum. Although a syphilis infection does not always cause detectable symptoms,
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) that is caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis (CDC). Trichomoniasis often does not cause symptoms, meaning many people
Herpes 1 and 2 are the two types of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Herpes 1 (HSV-1) can cause cold sores around the mouth or
Chlamydia is one of the most common bacterial sexually transmitted infections (STIs), with nearly 44,000 people in the Netherlands diagnosed with the infection in 2021
HPV, or human papillomavirus, is a group of more than 100 viruses that commonly cause harmless growths on the skin, known as warts. The types
What is PrEP? PrEP stands for ‘Pre Exposure Prophylaxis’. It is medications that can help prevent HIV. PrEP can be used by HIV-negative people to
What STI tests are available? In order to know where to test yourself, it is important to determine the area where you have had physical
The cost of an STI test Young people can be tested free of charge at the GGD until the age of 25 or if they
How soon will I receive my STI test? If you order a test via our website on working days before 6 p.m., you should receive
During an STI test, bodily material (blood, urine, or a swab) is collected and sent to a laboratory for analysis. With an at-home test, you
What does MSM mean? MSM stands for men who have sex with men and refers to people assigned male at birth who engage in sexual
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and is caused by the bacteria chlamydia trachomatis. Never heard of Chlamydia before? That
You can test yourself for STIs from home with Homed-IQ’s self-tests. However, it is important to take into account the window period of each STI
Chlamydia is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This is because chlamydia can spread easily, and often has no symptoms. Therefore, most
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be transmitted in different ways. STIs can be transmitted during unprotected (without a dental dam or condom) sexual contact between
