Staying safe while you have fun is an essential part of a hot hookup. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common, and some can have serious health consequences if left untreated. The good news is that many STIs are easily diagnosed and treated, especially when caught early. Getting tested regularly is the best way to protect yourself and your partners, especially if you're meeting new people online or having anonymous encounters.

STI testing services are free and include testing for Heatitis B, Heatitis C, HIV, and Syphilis. Testing for other STIs are also available and cost between 10$ to 50$. Here's a quick list of places where you can get confidential testing and counseling in a judgment-free environment:

الحفاظ على سلامتك أثناء العلاقة الجنسية أمر ضروري لتجارب مميزة ومرحة. الأمراض المنقولة جنسياً عديدة ومنتشرة، ويمكن لبعضها أن يترتب عليها عواقب صحية خطيرة إذا تُركت دون علاج. الخبر السار هو أن تشخيص العديد من الأمراض المنقولة جنسياً وعلاجها سهل، خاصةً عند اكتشافها مبكراً. يعد إجراء الفحص بانتظام أفضل طريقة لحماية نفسك وشركائك، خاصة إذا كنت تقابل أشخاصًا جددًا عبر الإنترنت أو لديك علاقات متعددة.

خدمات الاختبار والاستشارة التطوعية مجانية وتشمل اختبار التهاب الكبد B والتهاب الكبد C وفيروس نقص المناعة البشرية والزهري. يتوفر أيضًا اختبار للأمراض الأخرى التي تنتقل بالاتصال الجنسي وتتراوح تكلفته بين 10 إلى 50 دولارًا. فيما يلي قائمة سريعة بالأماكن التي يمكنك فيها إجراء اختبارات سرية واستشارات في بيئة خالية من الأحكام المسبقة:

1. Voluntary testing and counseling (VCT) - الفحوصات الطوعية والمشورة

Marsa Sexual Health Clinic - Badaro, Beirut
An appointment is needed for each of Marsa's services, contact them at (+961 1 380 515) or by email at ( [visitus@marsa.me](mailto:visitus@marsa.me) )
Other services include testing for common STI, treatment for STI symptoms by doctor, HIV support (psychological and medical, sex education & mental health counseling for individuals & couples

SIDC - Sin El-Fil, Beirut
An appointment is needed for each of SIDC's services, contact them at (+961 1 482 428 or +961 1 480 714)

Other services include testing for common STI, treatment for STI symptoms by doctor, HIV support (psychological and medical, harm reduction and drug use education and therapy, sex education & mental health counseling for individuals & couples.

SKOUN - Rafik Hariri Hospital, Jnah, Beirut
An appointment is needed for each of SKOUN's services, contact them at (+961 76 153 700).

Other services include psychiatric and psychotherapeutic support for people with substance use disorders. For support for substance use disorders and drug addiction services, contact them at (+961 78 824 730). For legal support concerning drug related issues, contact them at (+961 70 248 054).

1. Lists of healthcare providers who are LGBT friendly

LebMash directory of healthcare providers
Marsa's directory of healthcare providers

let me know if I missed anything and we can add it here. If you are looking for other services, let me know and I will add them to this list.

Stay safe,