We often hear the term ‘safe sex’ in reference to trying to lower the risk of passing on sexually transmitted infections with a sexual partner. Whilst it is often referred to practicing ‘safe sex’...

Testing is a very important part of any great sexual experience and as such, should be treated that way! Taking an STI test means you’re about to have safer sex- what could be hotter than that?

This Valentine’s Day, we’re encouraging you to take control of your sexual health and safety. Here are our top tips so you can be prepared, be ready & be safe on this annual day of love.

The UK government released an ‘Impact of COVID-19’ report at the end of last year which showed that there was a “resurgence in HIV, STIs and hepatitis tests and diagnoses, and an increase in hepatitis C

STIs are spread predominantly by sexual contact, including vaginal, anal and oral sex. Some STIs can also be spread through non-sexual means such as via blood or blood products. Many STIs—including chlamydia, gonorrhoea, primarily hepatitis B, HIV, and syphilis—can also be transmitted from mother to child during pregnancy and childbirth. More than 1 million STI’s

STI Statistics: Public Health England (PHE) has revealed in a report that overall rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) remained stable in 2017 compared to 2016. However, there are a number of key statistics about increases of the number of cases of Syphilis and Gonorrhoea. Important STI Statistics: In 2017, there were approximately 422,000 diagnoses

A report this week has found that fewer young people are being tested for sexually transmitted infections, despite a sharp rise in cases. Whilst the ratio of 18-24 year olds testing positive for chlamydia, the most common sexual infection, has increased to almost one in ten, testing for the condition has fallen by a quarter

A survey of around 7,500 people between the ages of 18 and 65 has revealed that pubic hair “groomers” had a higher rate of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) The study was carried out by researchers from The University of California and the University of Texas aimed to assess the relationship between grooming habits and sexually

Are we ageist when it comes to sexual health? That’s a concern raised this week following the publication of a report which looks at why instances of STIs in the over 45s are on the rise. Between 2011 – 2015 in England, instances of Chlamydia went up by 63% in five years. Conversely in the