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Your Guide to Contraception Options Beyond the Pill
When we think about contraception, the pill often comes to mind as a popular and well-known option. But did you know there’s a wide variety of contraception methods available that might better suit your lifestyle or health needs? If you’re looking for alternatives, whether long-term solutions or hormone-free options, this guide explores some of the […]
Everything You Need to Know About Periods: A Beginner’s Guide
Starting your period is a big milestone in life, but it can also bring up plenty of questions. Whether you’ve already started your period or are just getting ready for it, understanding the basics will help you feel more comfortable and confident. Let’s explore the essential facts about periods, how to manage menstrual bleeding, and […]
STI Spotlight: What You Need to Know About Chlamydia
This month, we’re putting the spotlight on one of the most common yet often silent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) – chlamydia. If you’re sexually active, understanding this STI is essential for maintaining your sexual health. Let’s dive into what you need to know about chlamydia, how it spreads, and what steps you can take to […]
Sexual Health Week ‘Are you feeling it?’ – Interview with Teenage Mental Health
Happy Sexual Health Week! As we discussed in the previous blogs, this year’s theme is “Are You Feeling It?”- a focus on the intrinsic link between sexual health and mental health. With this in mind, we thought we’d have a conversation with Fiona Hannah, she’s a child and adolescent psychotherapist who founded a private mental […]
“Are You Feeling It?” – Suffolk Sexual Health Embraces Sexual Health Week
This September we are proud to announce our involvement in this year’s Sexual Health Week (Monday 9 to Sunday 15 September 2024). Themed “Are You Feeling It?”, the national campaign will promote sexual health awareness, mental wellbeing in relationships and education throughout the week and we will continue the promotion throughout the month of September. […]
Sexual Health Week 2024 ‘Are You Feeling It?’ – What’s On
Come join us at these locations over the course of Sexual Health Week and throughout September and learn how you can get involved and how we can support you. We look forward to seeing you soon. Date Location Event type Event Locality Target group Monday 2 September Online Training Promotion to West Suffolk College, Suffolk […]
All About Oral Contraception: What You Need to Know
Oral contraception, commonly known as “the pill,” is a type of birth control that you take by mouth every day. It’s a popular method to prevent pregnancy and can also help with other issues like irregular periods, acne, and menstrual cramps. How Does It Work? The pill works by releasing hormones that prevent your ovaries […]
Understanding Hepatitis B: What You Need to Know
Hepatitis B, also known as Hep B, is a virus that affects your liver. It’s pretty common and can be serious if not treated. The virus spreads through contact with infected blood, sexual contact, or from a mother to her baby during birth. How Do You Get It? Hepatitis B is transmitted through contact with […]
Sexual Health Week 2024: “Are You Feeling It?”
This year’s Sexual Health Week 9 – 15 September, themed “Are You Feeling It?”, focuses on emotional well-being in sexual relationships and the importance of understanding our feelings in intimate contexts. It’s also a time to highlight the importance of Relationship, Sex, and Health Education (RSHE), ensuring that everyone has the knowledge and confidence to […]
