Partnership Enhancement
Essex Sexual Health Services expand collaboration with Terrence Higgins Trust to better reach young adults The providers of NHS-funded sexual health services across the county of Essex have expanded their partnership with leading HIV and sexual health charity, Terrence Higgins Trust, to better support young people under 25. Provide Community, who lead a partnership of […]
Statement from Mark Heasman, Group Chief Executive of Provide Community
Here at Provide Community, we are deeply saddened by the news that Her Majesty The Queen has passed away and echo the sentiments felt across the NHS at this sad time. Her tireless devotion to public service and her kindness, compassion and humanity resonates with us all. Our heartfelt condolences are with the Royal Family […]
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 reduce face to face contact wherever possible, whilst maintaining a high level of service. The service Intelligence Centre should be contacted in the first instance […]
Sex, law and consent: What you need to understand
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. Whether you are chilling at home, out partying or enjoying live music at festivals, it’s important to know there is support out there for you […]
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. There are more than 25 STIs which can be spread by vaginal, anal or oral sex. They are unfortunately common amongst all age groups, which […]
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 public place, making it hard for the victim to know they’ve been photographed or videoed. As a broader definition, upskirting can also include any indecent […]
What is the contraceptive pill and how do I access it?
The contraceptive pill – often referred to as just ‘the pill’ – is a method of birth control which uses synthetic hormones to prevent pregnancy. In this article, we’ll look at what you need to know about the contraceptive pill, how to take it, the potential side effects and how you can access it. What […]
What you need to know about sexting
In an ever-increasingly digital world, sexting is becoming a much more common practice for many. Sexting involves sharing texts, images or videos of a sexual or sexually provocative nature between individuals. It is most likely to occur in younger adults, but is also enjoyed by plenty of older people too. It can also be a […]
‘Need it, Click it, Get it’ with our new online sexual health portal!
Our new online portal is a simple and easy way to book and alter appointments with sexual health clinics and professionals, order and track STI self-testing kits and manage your personal information – all in one location at any time of the day. So, let’s have a look at the features of the new portal […]
