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Sexual Health and Wellbeing from the HSE. Visit our website, dedicated to keeping you and your partners informed about staying healthy. #RespectProtect
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Cén fáth ar cheart duit coiscín a úsáid i gcónaí? Is iad coiscíní an chosaint is fearr in aghaidh ionfhabhtuithe gnéas-tarchurtha (STInna) agus iad 98% éifeachtach nuair a úsáidtear i gceart gach uair iad. Tuilleadh eolais ag https://t.co/n2q7DmVbnB
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Condoms are the only form of contraception that protect against STIs and they also help prevent unplanned pregnancy. Order condoms for free and get them delivered by post, or pick them up free in sexual health clinics or on third-level campuses https://t.co/kzmZYZ8rS3
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Want contraception that doesn’t need a daily check-in? The copper coil is a small device placed in your uterus by a clinician. Non-hormonal and effective from the start, it provides years of protection and can be removed whenever you choose. Learn more: https://t.co/n2q7DmVJd9
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Má tá tusa nó duine a bhfuil aithne agat uirthi ag dul trí thoircheas neamhphleanáilte agus tacaíocht ag teastáil uait nó uaithi, déan teagmháil le 1800 828 010 nó téigh chuig https://t.co/Im17kLOe1s
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Is iad coiscíní an chosaint is fearr in aghaidh ionfhabhtuithe gnéas-tarchurtha (STInna) agus iad 98% éifeachtach nuair a úsáidtear i gceart gach uair iad. Tuilleadh eolais ag https://t.co/n2q7DmVbnB
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In this video, Dr Ciara McCarthy explains how to compare contraceptive methods. If you’re aged 17 to 35, the free contraception service includes free consultations, prescription contraception, emergency contraception and coil fittings. Learn more at https://t.co/n2q7DmVJd9
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Faigh tuilleadh eolais faoin bhfearas scagthástála agus faoin gcaoi le hordú a dhéanamh ar
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The Sexual Health Programme provides information to help people living in Ireland to experience positive sexual health and wellbeing. Click now for trusted information from the HSE.
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An raibh a fhios agat go bhfuil scagthástálacha baile d’ionfhabhtuithe gnéas-tarchurtha ar fáil lena n-ordú ar líne saor in aisce d’aon duine atá 17 mbliana d’aois nó os a chionn? 🧵
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Sunday reset isn’t just clean sheets; it’s a fresh start for your sexual wellbeing.🫧 Testing is simple, private and can be done at home. You can order a free, discreet STI kit, follow the guide and return it, for free, by post. Learn more: https://t.co/BIdGhQmGbx
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It is vitally important to know your status. You may need an STI test even if you have no symptoms. Thankfully there are now more ways than ever to test and you can check your testing options below: #KnowYourStatus #GetTested
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Last week our Sexual Health Programme launched a report on young people and STIs to mark 3 years of the STI Home Testing service. David Field RN MPH calls for people to engage with their sexual health and get tested as part of this Working Life profile piece in Friday's Irish
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Ní bhíonn siomptóim ag baint le STInna i gcónaí. Mar sin, tá sé tábhachtach go bhfaighfeása agus do pháirtí gnéis tástáil go rialta. Is féidir le coiscíní STInna a chosc má úsáidtear i gceart iad. https://t.co/tvjdiUHWEg
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Fifty-five per cent of 18 to 30-year-olds in Ireland have never tested for an STI, according to a survey by the HSE, which was prompted by a rise in STIs among young people https://t.co/n3FUQwVyFH
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The HSE is encouraging 18 to 30-year-olds to avail of its free home STI testing kits, following a recent survey that showed 55% of people in that age bracket in Ireland have never tested for an STI.
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Since launch, 363,752 home-testing kits have been ordered, and of that, there have been 25,380 positive or reactive results. Read the full research report here:
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Read our @HSElive research published today on young people’s attitudes to STI testing, which found that over half of 18 to 30-year-olds have never tested for an STI. It has been more than three years since the HSE launched the free home STI testing service (in October 2022). 🧵
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Condoms help reduce the risk of STIs and help prevent unplanned pregnancy. When used correctly every time, they are 98% effective. You can order condoms for free by post. They’re also available in sexual health clinics and on third level campuses. https://t.co/NC2D2GkqKC
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Worried about weight changes on contraception? You’re not alone. In this video, Dr Ciara McCarthy explains what to consider and how your GP can help you find a method that suits you. For clear, trusted information and step-by-step support, visit https://t.co/lQmH0iAi2A
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Some unplanned pregnancy services may try to influence your decision. You should never feel pressured or frightened by an unplanned pregnancy service. Staff should always be non-judgemental. For a list of HSE funded unplanned pregnancy services visit https://t.co/DQWJrC7bTM
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Are you aged between 17 and 35? Then good news, the HSE free contraception service is available if you are within this age group. Under this service, doctor’s visits, prescriptions and emergency contraception are all free. Find out more at https://t.co/4IIpK8YGSi
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Be sure Halloween scares are the only ones this month! Always use a condom to prevent STI's and unplanned pregnancies. Order your free condoms at https://t.co/XPLyvK50ZT
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