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Welcome to our September Essex Sexual Health Newsletter!

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Essex Sexual Health Service launches new learning offer for Sexual Health Week 2026

Essex Sexual Health Service is supporting Sexual Health Week 2026 (Monday 14 to Sunday 20 September) by encouraging people across Essex to connect, communicate and feel more confident talking about

Sexual Health Isn’t Just About STIs – It’s About How You Feel

When we think about sexual health, things like STI testing, contraception and safer sex might be the first things that come to mind. But sexual health is about much more

Let’s Keep Connecting: Why Communication Matters for Our Sexual Health

Sexual Health Week may be over for another year, but the conversations it started don’t need to stop.  This year’s Sexual Health Week, which took place from 14–20 September, focused

When Should I Get an STI Test After Unprotected Sex?

If you’ve had unprotected sex, you might be wondering how soon you should get tested for a sexually transmitted infection (STI).  It can be tempting to test straight away for

The Feed vs Real Life: Busting the Biggest Myths About Pornography

Whether you've stumbled across it, actively watch it, or are simply curious, pornography is more accessible than ever. With a few taps on a phone, anyone can view content that

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