If you’re worried about STIs, you probably want to get tested in a way that makes you feel most comfortable. While Better2Know offers our patients a wide selection of sexual health clinics where they can get tested, we also see high demand for our home testing kits. And we’ve noticed something that others have: many […] The post Young people’s preferences for home-based STI testing reveals fascinating generational differences appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

A report has painted a worrying picture of the infection rates of certain STIs on the European continent. According to the latest data from the ECDC, released on February 10, 2025, the rates of bacterial infections like Gonorrhoea and Syphilis have increased once again across the European Union and European Economic Area (EU/EEA). If you’ve […] The post Why are infections of Gonorrhoea and Syphilis rising in Europe? appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

In order to ramp up efforts to end the transmission of HIV in England, the UK Government announced on 11 February 2025 £1.5 million to fund further public health campaigns. This additional funding is aimed at increasing testing rates, reducing stigma, tackling health disparities, and raising awareness of HIV and its effects. The Government hopes […] The post UK PM Sir Keir Starmer takes public HIV test to reduce stigma around testing to mark National HIV Testing Week appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

When it comes to protecting your sexual health, one of your best allies is the trusty, reliable condom. This small piece of rubber is the best way for most people to enjoy the pleasures of sex without many of the risks involved. But condoms aren’t perfect, and there are a lot of misconceptions out there […] The post Why you should never re-use a condom appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

When most people think about getting an STI, do they think about getting it twice? Probably not. But it’s possible. One STI we should consider carefully when discussing reinfection is HPV. While many people know what HPV is and how they can get it, many don’t contemplate the possibility of getting it a second time. […] The post Can I get reinfected with HPV? appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

When we talk about sexual health, it can be difficult to separate myths from facts. Some pieces of common advice remain genuinely helpful over the years. Others, less so. One common piece of advice that often circulates is the idea that peeing after sex can help prevent STIs. But how much truth is there to […] The post Does peeing after sex really prevent STIs? appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

New terms that describe age-old human behaviours seem to pop up online every day. While most of these terms describe largely benign behaviours, like “ghosting” and “snowmanning”, some describe behaviours that are, in fact, troubling and dangerous. “Stealthing” is a term that comes up often when talking about new sexual encounters. Is it something you […] The post What is “stealthing” and how does it relate to STIs? appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

The vast majority of public knowledge about sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is based on the most common infections: Chlamydia, HIV, and Gonorrhoea. Even with these infections, misconceptions can be widespread. Better2Know is often contacted by many patients who have been given incorrect or incomplete information about these infections, leading them to mistaken conclusions that may […] The post Can you get Trichomonas without having sex? appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

From “ghosting” and “breadcrumbing” to “love-bombing” and “cushioning,” ingenious internet denizens are hard at work categorising new behaviours people may encounter while dating online. Although all these new terms may have arisen in the last few years, they describe actions that have long been common among courting couples. Labelling these behaviours can help us understand […] The post What is “snowmanning”, and how is it related to STIs? appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more

Working out in the gym can seem a lot like sex. Your heart rate’s elevated, hormones are flying all over the place, and you’re probably a bit sweaty by the end of the session. Lots of bodily fluids get thrown around in the gym. With all these fluids flying around, some people might wonder if […] The post Can you get an STI from gym equipment? appeared first on HIV & STD Testing London & UK ..read more