Sexually transmitted infections
Here you can find out everything you need to know about HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections, also called sexually transmitted diseases. What are the other sexually transmitted infections besides HIV? How are they transmitted? How can you avoid infection? What counselling and testing centres are there if you have questions or problems?
Much of the information on our website is related to issues of sexually transmitted infections, but is posted in another section.
National programme (NAPS): Stop HIV, hepatitis B and C viruses and sexually transmitted infections
The idea is that by 2030, there should be no more transmissions of HIV, hepatitis B and C in Switzerland. There is also to be a reduction in the number of other sexually transmitted infections. Information on the new NAPS programme can be found here.
Guidelines and recommendations on sexually transmitted infections
The FOPH draws up guidelines and recommendations for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections along with the Swiss Federal Commission for Sexual Health (FCSH).
HIV/AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections
You can find out about the different kinds of sexually transmitted infections and how they are transmitted here.
Safer sex
Safer sex today is no longer ‘just’ about avoiding HIV: it’s also about protecting yourself from other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), hepatitis B and hepatitis C. There are a wide range of protection and testing strategies available to you here, and which ones are best for you will depend on your individual situation and the context of your sexual encounters.
Counselling and testing centres for HIV and other STI's
Find the right counselling and testing centre for you.
Guidelines and recommendations on sexually transmitted infections
The FOPH draws up guidelines and recommendations for HIV and other sexually transmitted infections along with the Swiss Federal Commission for Sexual Health (FCSH).
Testing and counselling for HIV and other STIs
HIV/STI testing without counselling is an opportunity missed for prevention. The FOPH encourages doctors and patients to discuss sexuality issues in the course of HIV/STI testing.
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Schwarzenburgstrasse 157
Switzerland - 3003 Bern