Welcome to the Suffolk Sexual Health newsletter!
We hope you are well and looking forward to getting into the festive spirit. Did you know that within the UK, September is the most common month for somebody to be born in? This is attributed to more conceptions happening around Christmas time nine months prior. This means that at Suffolk Sexual Health Service, we […]
Can Contraception Help With Things Other Than Pregnancy?
When most people think about contraception, preventing pregnancy is usually the first thing that comes to mind. But did you know that many types of contraception can also help with other health issues; like acne, painful periods, and conditions such as endometriosis or PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome)? Contraception isn’t one-size-fits-all, and some methods can have […]
What Happens If I Miss One Pill? Or Two? Or a Whole Pack?
Life happens. Alarms get ignored. Packs get left at home. And suddenly you’re staring at your pill strip thinking, “Wait… did I take that yesterday?” First things first: missing a pill is common and it doesn’t automatically mean you’re going to get pregnant. What matters is how many you’ve missed, what type of pill you’re […]
Can You Catch the Same STI Twice?
Short answer: yes, you absolutely can and it happens more often than people realise. A lot of people think that once you’ve had an STI and been treated, you’re “immune” or safe from getting it again. Unfortunately, that’s not how it works. You can catch the same STI more than once, even if you’ve been […]
Sex, Safety and Being Yourself: Let’s Talk About It
Talking about sex, relationships and identity can feel awkward but it really shouldn’t. Whether you’re just starting to figure things out, in a relationship, or just curious, you deserve honest information, no judgement and real support. At Suffolk Sexual Health Service, young people ask us about all sorts of things from consent and body confidence […]
Provide Community’s statement on providing healthcare to asylum seekers and refugees
At Provide Community our core mission is to provide high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare to all members of our community. For many years, we have been providing healthcare services to some of the most vulnerable people in our community. This includes delivering inclusive services to asylum seekers and refugees, recognising that they are a vulnerable […]
Can You Still Get STIs If You’re in a Same-Gender Relationship?
There’s a common myth that sexually transmitted infections (STIs) only affect people in heterosexual relationships, but that’s simply not true. Anyone, regardless of gender or sexuality, can get an STI if they’re sexually active. Talking openly about sexual health in same-gender relationships matters, because too often, these conversations go unspoken. STIs Don’t Discriminate STIs like […]
What’s the Difference Between HIV and AIDS – And Why Does Language Matter?
You’ve probably heard the terms HIV and AIDS used together, sometimes even as if they mean the same thing. But they don’t. Understanding the difference is important, not just for accuracy, but because the words we use can shape how people living with HIV are treated and perceived. What Is HIV? HIV stands for Human […]
Fundoms…still as safe as a regular condom?
At Suffolk Sexual Health Service, we provide a variety of different free condoms such as; Flavoured condoms (chocolate, mint, strawberry) Textured condoms (ribbed and dotted) Heat reactive condoms (ones that will give off a cool or warm sensation) And of course, our famous glow in the dark condoms These are usually only given out by […]
Sex After Trauma: How to Reclaim Intimacy on Your Terms
Experiencing trauma can affect many parts of life, including how we feel about sex and intimacy. Whether your trauma is connected to a sexual experience or not, it can leave lasting effects on how you view your body, your boundaries, and your relationships. There’s no “right” timeline or one-size-fits-all way to reconnect with your sexual […]
