Debunking the Myths
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Debunking the Myths: The Science Behind Our Sexual Health is an SFI funded project on sexual health education developed by RCSI Rotunda Research Department
Dublin City, Ireland
Joined March 2022
While we have chosen to keep our account open on X for now. We will not be posting on the platform anymore. - Everyone lurks on their X sometimes hey? - Read the full statement here:
debunkingthemyths.ie
The Debunking the Myths Team and X (formerly known as Twitter), are consciously uncoupling. i.e. Elon's not texting us back. Read the full statement here.
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Thrilled to be shortlisted for the #IrishHealthcareAwards 2024 in the Patient Education Project of the Year — Non-Pharmaceutical category! Huge thanks to our amazing team and everyone supporting us on this journey. Stay tuned for the big night! @HealthAwardsIrl @IMT_latest
The shortlist for this year's Irish Healthcare Awards is now live! Thank you to everyone who entered, helping us reach a record number of entries – your dedication to improving healthcare in Ireland is truly inspiring. View the shortlist here: https://t.co/rZ34f4wpUU
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Students are increasingly demanding an education that reflects their different realities and needs, not one rooted in shame-based approaches Our Project Manager @ElisaBelmonte4 in conversation with @image_magazine
@RCSI_Irl @scienceirel @RotundaCharity
https://t.co/oHKxLpsq4E
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"A ‘No’ is a no to the activity, not necessarily to you" Another great article on @stellarmagazine! @RCSI_Irl @scienceirel #wshd2024
https://t.co/tibJ3VhpWg
stellar.ie
"A ‘No’ is a no to the activity, not necessarily to you"
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Brilliant article from Dr Caroline Kelleher for #WorldSexualHealthDay this week. 👏 @DebunkingMyths_ @RCSI_PopHealth
We are in the @irishdailymail today 🥳with an article by Dr Caroline Kelleher, psychologist from the @RCSI_PopHealth and Debunking contributor, titled "the Sex Education you wish you had". Go grab your copy! @scienceirel #edchatIE @RCSI_Irl @RCSIRotundaRes
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To celebrate #worldsexualhealthday we are running a campaign on Instagram and TikTok https://t.co/B9krQZEdq7 Follow along as we dive into #positiverelationships —starting with yourself and the people around you! #wshd2024
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We are in the @irishdailymail today 🥳with an article by Dr Caroline Kelleher, psychologist from the @RCSI_PopHealth and Debunking contributor, titled "the Sex Education you wish you had". Go grab your copy! @scienceirel #edchatIE @RCSI_Irl @RCSIRotundaRes
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🙌 By participating in Menstrual Hygiene Day, we support the well-being and dignity of those who struggle to access necessary period products. Together, we can create a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. Learn more: https://t.co/P6jIK7Pkhk
#MHDay2024
menstrualhygieneday.org
Menstrual Hygiene Day is on May 28. It is the movement for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld. A world where the taboos and stigma surrounding menstruation are history. Where everyone has access to quality...
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📊 A survey by @HealthyIreland (2022) found 24% of women and 35% of 15-24 year-olds in Ireland have experienced #PeriodPoverty 📈 10% have struggled to afford period products, 10% have changed to less suitable products due to cost, and 8% had to borrow them. #MHDay2024
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🩸 Period poverty is when someone can’t afford or access suitable period products. It affects many due to poverty, addiction, homelessness, and other challenges. #EndPeriodPoverty #Support #MHDay2024 #PeriodFriendlyWorld
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Happy Menstrual Hygiene Day! With the @RotundaHospital we are collecting donations of period products for @MerchantsQuayIR
#MHDay2024 #PeriodFriendlyWorld
https://t.co/44IiwUhXmH
debunkingthemyths.ie
International Menstrual Hygiene Day is Tuesday the 28th May! To celebrate, we're collecting donations of period products for Merchants Quay Ireland.
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📍There will be collection boxes at the main entrance and in the canteen of the @RotundaHospital 📆 From Monday 27th May until Friday 31st of May We’re looking for donations of maternity pads, tampons, menstrual pads and any other period products. #MHDAY2024 #PeriodFriendly
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Next Tuesday is International Menstrual Hygiene Day, and to celebrate the day Debunking the Myths and the @RotundaHospital are launching a Period Poverty Drive to collect donations of period products in aid of @MerchantsQuayIR .
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Key findings from the @hbscireland 2022 Report: 34% of 15-17 year olds in Ireland report not using contraception the first time they had sex (Vs 22% in 2018)
Key findings from the #HBSCIreland 2022 study on sexual behaviours. 25% of 15-17 year olds have had sex, the same as in 2018. 34% report that they did not use any contraception the last time they had sex, more than in 2018. Read the full report here➡️ https://t.co/d06WPijhmH
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On World Ovarian Cancer Day, we're raising awareness about one of the fourth most common cancer in women and sharing resources to improve early detection and save lives. For more information about ovarian cancer visit https://t.co/MNHS715yrr. If concerned speak to your GP.
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Yesterday was #WorldHealthDay2024 This year’s theme is very dear to us as it was chosen to champion the right of everyone to have access to quality health services, education, and information. Looking forward to welcoming more schools to our workshops! #sexualhealth
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We are delighted to be back with our first virtual workshop of 2024! Very thankful to @scienceirel for believing in our project and the amazing panelists who dedicated their time today: Dr Ronan Daly, Dr @graciemad Dr @StiofanMGC Ms Christine Pucillo #SATUireland
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Why it is so important for sexual health education to be #inclusive ⬇️
"Not only would having conversations around LGBTQ+ relationships and intimacy normalised in schools reduce the stigma for cishet people, but it would also help young queer people feel seen and valid." Max Hovey explains why it’s vital RSE is inclusive. https://t.co/zptnYUZQNu
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"We must prioritise sexual health education, expand access to testing and treatment services, and combat the stigma associated with STIs.” ECDC Director Andrea Ammon https://t.co/xuCcFItoFo
thejournal.ie
The latest report from the ECDC notes that sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are on the rise across Europe.
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Thrilled to reconnect at @RCSI_Irl Research Day! It was fantastic seeing our former summer student presenting her stellar work on the STIs campaign we ran last summer. Her dedication and hard work are truly inspiring. #Research #STIawareness
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