Tattoos and Piercings in Thailand: HIV and Hepatitis Risk
The HIV risk from a tattoo in Thailand is very low. Hepatitis and skin infections matter more. How to choose a safe studio and what to do if unsure.
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When to Get an STD Test After Unprotected Sex
Tested too early, an STD test can miss an infection. Here is when each test becomes reliable after unprotected sex, and what to do first.
Are STDs Common in Thailand? A Traveller’s Guide
STDs exist in Thailand as they do everywhere. What official figures show, which infections matter most for travellers, and how to protect yourself.
How Effective Is PEP? Timing, Evidence and What Lowers Protection
PEP works best when started fast and taken every day for 28 days. What the evidence says, why PEP rarely fails, and how to protect yourself.
LGBTQ+-Friendly Sexual Health Care on Koh Samui
Respectful, confidential sexual health care on Koh Samui for gay, bi, trans and queer people: tests, PrEP, PEP and what you can ask for.
Syphilis Test on Koh Samui: Signs, Timing and Results
Everything you need before a syphilis test on Koh Samui: signs by stage, the best time to test, rapid vs lab tests, what results mean and typical prices.
How Much Does PrEP Cost on Koh Samui? 2026 Guide
What HIV PrEP really costs on Koh Samui in 2026: the first visit, starting tests, monthly pills and 3-monthly check-ups, with typical market ranges.
PEP and STD Testing on Koh Phangan and Koh Tao: Your Options
Living, diving or staying long-term on Koh Phangan or Koh Tao? Here is how to get PEP and STD testing fast, locally or with a boat to Koh Samui.
HIV Window Period: When Can You Test After Exposure?
How long after a possible exposure can an HIV test give a reliable answer? Window periods by test type, a day-by-day guide and what results mean.
Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea Testing on Koh Samui
A clear guide to chlamydia and gonorrhoea testing on Koh Samui: symptoms, the best time to test, urine or swab samples, and typical prices.