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Get up to date with what’s new from Essex Sexual Health Service, our partners and anything affecting sexual health in our county.

Staying safe in the Christmas party season

Christmas is nearly here! Mistletoe is being readied, nights out are being planned and parties organised. It’s a great time of the year to spend with friends, family and meeting

What makes a healthy or unhealthy relationship?

Young or old, many of us at some point find ourselves in a relationship which encounters issues. To quote many nursery rhymes, we sometimes have to kiss a few frogs

How to have healthy LGBTQ+ sex and relationships

Let’s face it, relationships can be tricky business – especially when it comes to sex! However, in a heteronormative world, it can seem that advice and support is often only

When to take a pregnancy test after having LARC removed

Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) is a popular method of contraception in the UK. At some point you - or your partner - may choose to stop contraception in order to

Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) – a good option?

Long-Acting Reversible Contraception (otherwise known as LARC) is a type of contraception which is increasingly popular today. The more well-known types of LARC include the implant, the IUD and the

What is PrEP: Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis?

In recent years, there has been a lot of research into HIV and how to prevent and potentially cure it. This has led to preventative measures like PrEP for people