# Sexual health and STI testing initiatives in Europe > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/sexual-health-and-sti-testing-initiatives-in-europe > Updated: 2026-09-03T08:40:08.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Public health authorities and organizations in Germany and Austria are reporting increased engagement with sexual health services. In Austria, the organization Sexuelle Gesundheit Vorarlberg noted a record number of tests for HIV, syphilis, hepatitis C, chlamydia, and gonorrhea, suggesting a need to expand service capacities. In Germany, local initiatives are focusing on accessibility and awareness. In Germersheim, health departments are introducing special appointment dates for anonymous HIV and STI testing and counseling. In the Hannover region, authorities are extending counseling center hours to include evenings and conducting outreach programs at various locations, such as local saunas, to reach diverse groups. These efforts coincide with World Sexual Health Day, during which the German STI Society and the German Dermatological Society have emphasized the importance of early detection and professional dialogue regarding treatable infections. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-03: Germany promotes sexual health awareness and STI testing German health organizations and the Hannover region are promoting STI testing and confidential counseling in observance of World Sexual Health Day to encourage early detection and treatment. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/germany-promotes-sexual-health-awareness-and-sti-testing ### 2026-09-01: Health authorities in Germany and Austria expand STI and HIV testing services Health authorities in Germany and Austria report rising demand for anonymous HIV and STI testing, leading to new service dates in Germersheim and calls for expanded capacity in Vorarlberg. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/health-authorities-in-germany-and-austria-expand-sti-and-hiv-testing-services --- Cite as: Sexual health and STI testing initiatives in Europe. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/sexual-health-and-sti-testing-initiatives-in-europe