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19 March, 2024
How do you get STIs?

How do you get STIs?

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 two or more people. STIs can be transmitted through contact...

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18 March, 2024
How much does an STI test cost?

How much does an STI test cost?

The cost of an STI test The cost of an STI test depends on where you do the test. In the Netherlands, young people can be tested free of charge at the GGD until the...

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15 March, 2024
All about STI tests

All about STI tests

Have you had unprotected sex recently or have been notified by a previous partner to get tested? While sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are very common, many people feel nervous about visiting their GP for testing....

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15 March, 2024
How can you prevent STIs?

How can you prevent STIs?

STI Prevention You can prevent STIs by practicing safe sex with the help of protection, such as: condoms, dental dams, or female condoms. This prevents contact between the mucous membranes, body fluids, or blood. Using...

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14 March, 2024
Homed-IQ Online STI Consultation

Homed-IQ Online STI Consultation

Talk to one of our doctors If you have a question about STIs, your test results, or potential treatments, contact our medical team. Homed-IQ offers online consultations to all customers, where you can speak with...

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13 March, 2024
When can you be tested for STIs?

When can you be tested for STIs?

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 in order to know when it is possible to test and...

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8 February, 2024
How to take an STI test

How to take an STI test

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 collect the test material yourself. Types of STI Tests There...

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15 January, 2024
When should you get tested for STIs?

When should you get tested for STIs?

If you have been warned by a partner, received an anonymous alert (such as via partnerwaarschuwing.nl), are experiencing STI symptoms, or have had unsafe sex, it’s recommended to get tested for STIs. This can be done...

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17 October, 2023
What is Mycoplasma genitalium?

What is Mycoplasma genitalium?

Mycoplasma genitalium, often referred to as M. genitalium, is a sexually transmitted bacteria that can cause infections of the genital tract, including the cervix, rectum, and inside of the penis. M. genitalium is spread through...

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