Protection
The best form of protection against STIs is to always wear a condom when having sexual contact... they do not give you total protection against STIs but they are the best protection available.
Cure
STIs will not go away by themselves so if you get one you need to get it treated. If left untreated some STIs can be a serious health risk and in some cases can result in death. The treatment of STIs can often be as simple as taking a course of antibiotics or using special shampoo so don't delay in getting help.
Remember
One STI is HIV/AIDS for which there is still no cure. However, people infected with HIV/AIDS can have a longer life expectancy with treatment so it is important to get help early.
Getting Help
To get an STI treated you will have to take proper medical advice - this is available from your doctor or you could go to a GUM clinic (Genito-Urinary Medicine clinic) - the nearest GUM clinics are:
- Cambridge - 01223 217774
- Ely - 0808 1000260
- Huntingdon - 01480 418555
- Kings Lynn - 01553 613766
- Peterborough - 01733 875077
- Wisbech - 0800 5879799
Online bookings for appointments can be made at: https://www.sexualhealthcambs.nhs.uk
