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Spotlight on STIs: Understanding Syphilis

At Suffolk Sexual Health Service, we continue our series on sexually transmitted infections (STIs) with a focus on syphilis this month. STIs are infections transmitted through unprotected sexual contact, including

Suffolk Sexual Health Service Launches with Provide Community at the Helm

In a notable milestone for community health services in Suffolk, the new Suffolk Sexual Health Service, commissioned by Suffolk County Council, launched last week, on Wednesday 1 May 2024. This

Clinic transitional opening times for Suffolk Sexual Health Service

As part of its commitment to providing accessible and comprehensive sexual health services, Suffolk Sexual Health Service (SSHS) has announced transitional opening times for its clinics across the region. These

STI Spotlight: HIV – What You Need to Know

As part of our series spotlighting STI’s, this month we’re looking at HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus). Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are an infection that can be passed on between sexual

What are pronouns and why do they matter?

A pronoun is how you refer to a person. You will use these all the time without realising. The pronoun often refers to the persons gender ie Him/He or She/Her.

STI Spotlight: Trichomoniasis – What You Need to Know

As part of our series spotlighting STI’s, this month we’re looking at Trichomoniasis. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are an infection that can be passed on between sexual partners during unprotected

Did you know that the emergency contraception pill (effective for up to 5 days as emergency contraception) is now available for FREE at most pharmacies across England from October 2025?

Please click here to find your nearest pharmacy.

It is advised that you call the pharmacy ahead of attending to check that there is a prescribing pharmacist on site that day.

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