STIs: Get the facts

The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada’s app, STIs: Get the facts is designed to optimize sexual health through STI prevention, testing/screening, diagnosis, and timely treatment.

One of the primary defences in the fight against STIs is awareness. With the right information, individuals can make informed choices and better protect themselves and their partners.

A quick reference guide for health professionals, counsellors and educators.

It provides details of specific infections including infection characteristics, means of transmission, signs and symptoms, and methods for testing/screening, treatment, management and prevention.

The information contained herein is not intended to substitute for the advice of a physician, and you are advised to always consult with your health-care provider for specific information on personal health matters. Although the information in this app is meant to serve as a source of clinical guidance, health-care providers should always consider the individual needs of each patient when counselling.