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Notley High School and Sixth Form become first Essex school to achieve Bronze RSHE Recognition Award

Notley High School and Sixth Form has become the first educational establishment in Essex to be awarded the Bronze RSHE Recognition Award by Essex Sexual Health Service, delivered by Provide

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

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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

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”

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

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