Got a question about sex and sexual health? You CAN Ask That

As part of the You CAN Ask That campaign, Deakin has teamed up with Sexual Health Victoria to produce an empowering video series to answer some questions which can sometimes feel awkward to ask.

Chrissy Keenan, Sexual Health Educator from Sexual Health Victoria, covers common sex topics based on questions we are hearing from students.

Chrissy goes through what sexual health is, what STIs are and how to prevent and treat them, your choices in contraception, and what your options are if an unintended pregnancy occurs.

Watch our mini web series to find answers to common questions like these and if you have more questions, our nurses at Deakin Medical Centre are always on hand at askanurse@deakin.edu.au or you can book an appointment.

Note: The below videos contain sexual health and medical information to assist with increased knowledge about sex and sexual health.

How to keep looking after your sexual health

We encourage you to have a free and confidential sexual health check at a  Deakin Medical Centre – ask about contraception; get screened and treated for an STI; and access pregnancy counselling, support and referrals. You’ll be in a safe space where you can ask questions and make informed decisions that are right for you.

Find information and resources about sex, relationships and sexual health on Bupa Healthlink.

There’s also a range of community organisations with fantastic websites full of resources and advice on sex and relationships, in English and other languages. Sexual Health Victoria’s website and YouTube channel have heaps of sexual health info. 1800 my options (1800 696 784) is also a great go-to for information about contraception, pregnancy options and sexual health in Victoria. You can find other great resources at ReachOut.com and the Melbourne Sexual Health Centre.

If you have personal questions or are seeking general advice about your psychological and emotional wellbeing, you can make a free appointment with a qualified Deakin counsellor. You could also try Ask Counselling, our online counselling service for students, or download the DeakinWELLBEING app.

Safer Community is Deakin’s central point of contact for reports and disclosures of sexual harm and family violence. Our staff are trained to support anyone who has experienced sexual harm.

If you or someone you know is impacted by sexual harm or family violence, contact 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or Deakin’s Safer Community service. In an emergency, call Triple Zero (000).