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Service update following COVID-19 outbreak

COVID-19: Update to service With the risk of COVID-19 remaining, changes to service delivery continue to ensure the safety of service users, staff and the wider public by aiming to

Free Condoms for 16-24yr olds using the eC-Card scheme

Join the eC-Card Scheme Young people across Essex are taking advantage of the eC-Card Scheme to access free condoms from over 100 locations across the county. Eliminating the need to

Sex, law and consent: What you need to understand

Sex is a natural and healthy part of life and something we often choose to explore with our partners. Like many areas of life, there are laws around sex which

School’s out – how to get your sexual health support this summer

It’s that much awaited time of the year – Uni, college and school have come to a close and you’re out enjoying the summer weather with your friends and partners.

STI Spotlight: Herpes – what you need to know about herpes

In the first in our new spotlight series, we’re highlighting herpes. Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are an infection that can be passed on between sexual partners during unprotected sexual contact.

What is upskirting and what do you need to know?

Upskirting is a term which describes the act of taking sexually intrusive photographs or videos under someone’s clothing without their permission. It often goes undetected or occurs in a crowded

Did you know that the emergency contraception pill (effective for up to 5 days as emergency contraception) is now available for FREE at most pharmacies across England from October 2025?

Please click here to find your nearest pharmacy.

It is advised that you call the pharmacy ahead of attending to check that there is a prescribing pharmacist on site that day.

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