October: the time to take an STI test

Summer is over and the festivals, vacations and new encounters are giving way to ordinary life. For many people, that includes new sexual contacts. This is nothing special, but it is a reason to be aware of your health. October is therefore the time to take an STD test.

Why an STI test in October is smart

After the summer, many people have new experiences: a vacation love, a festival adventure or spontaneous contact while traveling. Especially then it is wise to get yourself tested for STIs. Not because something has to be wrong right away, but because you want to be sure for yourself and for your partner.

Anonymous STD test without a family doctor

Many people think you have to go to your doctor for an STI test. You don't have to. You can get an anonymous STI test without a referral. You will be tested quickly and often helped the same day. That gives you peace of mind and prevents unnecessary uncertainty.

Condom used? Get tested anyway

Een condoom beschermt goed tegen veel soa’s, zoals chlamydia, gonorroe en hiv. Maar het voorkomt niet altijd besmetting met soa’s die via huid-op-huidcontact worden overgedragen, zoals herpes, genitale wratten of syfilis. Ook via orale seks kan je een soa oplopen. Zelfs als je een condoom hebt gebruikt, kan een soa test verstandig zijn.

For your own health and that of your partner

STI testing is part of taking good care of yourself. It's a small step that shows you take your health seriously. Plus, you avoid unknowingly infecting a partner.

Make it a regular habit

Schedule your STI test in October, every year. It's a logical time: summer is behind you, and before the hustle and bustle of fall begins, you have clarity. That's how you make STI testing approachable and natural.

Have you had any new sexual contacts this summer? Then now is the time to get tested. An STI test gives you security, peace of mind and helps you move forward healthily.