HIV and Casual Sex
If you’re not 100% sure of his HIV status, use condoms...
If he says he’s positive – you know where you stand and can make an informed decision about what sex to have.
If he says he’s negative – he may not be. If he’s had unsafe sex since his last test he can’t be sure of his status. He could be HIV positive and not know it.
If he says nothing, don’t just assume he’s the same status as you – he may not be.
Unless you’re both 100% sure of your own as well as each other’s HIV status there is a risk of passing on or picking up HIV if you fuck without condoms.
Condoms and lube, lube and condoms...
Condoms and lube are the surest way to prevent HIV being picked up or passed on. And they reduce the chances of other STIs too.
If you’re going to fuck without condoms, make sure you’re 100% certain of his and your HIV status. Don’t just assume.
ACON can help you...
ACON provides free safe packs of condom and lube in pubs, clubs and parties around NSW. Pick some up next time you’re out.
For more info on HIV/AIDS and safe sex, check out www.acon.org.au/health.
If you have questions about safe sex or if you have trouble practicing safe sex, call Gay Men’s Health Hotline on 1800 009 448 or make an appointment to see one of ACON’s counsellors by calling 9206 2000 or 1800 063 060.
If you’re outside of Sydney, then you can get in touch with the staff at one of ACON’s regional offices in the Hunter, Illawarra, Northern Rivers or on the Mid North Coast