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STI Spotlight: Understanding HIV and the Support Available in Essex

STI Spotlight: Understanding HIV and the Support Available in Essex At Essex Sexual Health Service, we believe that knowledge is power - especially when it comes to HIV. Whether you're

STI Spotlight – What’s the Deal with Genital Warts?

Let’s talk about warts - specifically genital warts. We know, it’s not the sexiest topic… but that’s exactly why we need to talk about it. Because the truth is, genital

“Do I Even Need Condoms?” – Understanding Safer Sex in the Trans Community

When it comes to safer sex, we often hear the same messages over and over: “Wear a condom,” “Protect yourself from STIs,” “Use contraception.” But for many people in the

Contraception Spotlight – Is the Pill Right for Me?

When you hear “the pill,” you probably think of a small, daily tablet that’s been around forever. But there’s a lot more to oral contraception than meets the eye -

Spotlight on STIs: Understanding Trichomoniasis

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are more common than many people think and understanding them is key to staying safe. In this edition of our STI spotlight series, we’re taking a

Stealthing: What It Is and Why It’s a Big Deal

Sex should always be based on mutual trust, respect, and consent. But what happens when someone removes a condom during sex without their partner’s knowledge or agreement? This is called