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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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RT @Man2ManIreland: It is vitally important to know your status. You may need an STI test even if you have no symptoms. Thankfully there ar….
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A common question about contraception is whether it will affect your mood. Dr Ciara McCarthy answers this question and shares her advice about speaking to your GP about the best form of contraception for you. Find out more about free contraception, at
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RT @HSEDubSouthEast: Congrats to all who completed the 2025 Foundation Programme in Sexual Health Promotion! 👏 #HealthPromotionandImproveme….
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Take control of your sexual health with free, confidential services. Access free home STI testing, free contraception, and unplanned pregnancy support. Find out more at
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DidYouKnow that home STI testing is free and discreet! . So no need to worry about your mam or housemate finding it in the post. Visit order yours today
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The mood might feel right but the only way to be sure that the other person consents is to ask. Find out more about consent:
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Are you planning a summer holiday of a lifetime?. Don't bring an STI home. Put condoms at the top of your packing list to help prevent STIs and an unplanned pregnancy. Learn more:
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It's Men's Health Week!. Good sexual health means making sure you have the knowledge to make informed sexual health choices to protect yourself and others. Find out more at #MensHealthWeek #MensHealthCounts
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Wondering what kind of contraception will suit you best? . Dr Ciara McCarthy talks us through your options. Learn more about contraception choices at
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RT @hpscireland: Sexually transmitted infection rates decreased in Ireland in 2024 compared with 2023 but the notification rate remains 31%….
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RT @Man2ManIreland: ***Save the Date ***. The 22nd annual Gay Health Forum will take place on Friday 26 September at the Irish Human Rights….
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Concerned that your parents or housemates might spot your STI kit?. The HSE’s free at-home STI kit is designed to be discreet, giving you privacy and peace of mind, so you can test without the worry of anyone finding out. Visit to order your free STI test
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Condoms are the only form of contraception that help prevent pregnancy and reduce the risk of STIs. Condoms are 98% effective when used correctly every time. Find out more about condoms:
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The only sure way to know if the other person has consented to a sexual act is if you talk about it and they agree to have sex. Find out more about consent at
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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
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Condoms are the only form of contraception effective at preventing STIs. Always make sure you are protecting yourself and others from STIs. Learn more at
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#DidYouKnow that the ‘morning after pill’ or emergency contraceptive pill can actually be taken up to 5 days after having unprotected sex? . But it's more effective if you take it as soon as possible. Learn more at
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This is an example of an STI test kit. The kit you receive in the post could look different. Visit complete a short form and order yours today.
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DidYouKnow that the ‘morning after pill’ or emergency contraceptive pill can actually be taken up to 5 days after having unprotected sex?. But it's more effective if you take it as soon as possible. Learn more at
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Did you know you can order an STI kit for free at any time and get it delivered by post? . Find out more at
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