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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New year, new habits. Adding STI testing to your routine is an easy way to look after your health. âś…
Many STIs do not show symptoms, so regular testing helps protect you and your partners. Order a free, discreet home STI kit and return it by post.
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🧵Looking for a once-a-day method that fits your routine? The pill could work for you.
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The pill is a prescription tablet you take daily. It releases hormones to help prevent pregnancy and works best when you take it at the same time each day. If you’d like help choosing, a GP or doctor can talk you through what suits your life.
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The pill does not protect against STIs. Using condoms every time helps reduce your risk and helps prevent unplanned pregnancy.
For clear information on access, eligibility and next steps, visit sexualwellbeing.ie
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Má tá tusa nĂł duine a bhfuil aithne agat uirthi ag dul trĂ thoircheas neamhphleanáilte agus tacaĂocht ag teastáil uait nĂł uaithi, dĂ©an teagmháil le 1800 828 010 nĂł tĂ©igh chuig #HSEMyOptions
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The patch is a small sticky square worn on the skin. It releases hormones through the skin to help prevent pregnancy. Your GP or doctor can show you how to use it, where to place it, and when to change it so it works for your lifestyle.
Learn more at sexualwellbeing.ie
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22 Dec 2025
Changes to the My Options information and counselling services hours over the Christmas and New Year period.
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22 Dec 2025
An raibh a fhios agat go bhfuil scagthástálacha baile d’ionfhabhtuithe gnĂ©as-tarchurtha ar fáil lena n-ordĂş ar lĂne saor in aisce d’aon duine atá 17 mbliana d’aois nĂł os a chionn? 🧵
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22 Dec 2025
Faigh tuilleadh eolais faoin bhfearas scagthástála agus faoin gcaoi le hordú a dhéanamh ar sexualwellbeing.ie
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19 Dec 2025
STIs are both preventable and treatable and it's now easier than ever to test. Order a free home STI test in a few simple steps.
Take the first step at sexualwellbeing.ie
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17 Dec 2025
Changes to the My Options information and counselling services hours over the Christmas and New Year period.
Full details: hse.ie/services/unplanned-pr…
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12 Dec 2025
CĂ©n fáth ar cheart duit coiscĂn a Ăşsáid i gcĂłnaĂ?
Is iad coiscĂnĂ an chosaint is fearr in aghaidh ionfhabhtuithe gnĂ©as-tarchurtha (STInna) agus iad 98% Ă©ifeachtach nuair a Ăşsáidtear i gceart gach uair iad. Tuilleadh eolais ag sexualwellbeing.ie
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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 bit.ly/490Nhqw
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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: sexualwellbeing.ie
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1 Dec 2025
Má tá tusa nĂł duine a bhfuil aithne agat uirthi ag dul trĂ thoircheas neamhphleanáilte agus tacaĂocht ag teastáil uait nĂł uaithi, dĂ©an teagmháil le 1800 828 010 nĂł tĂ©igh chuig bit.ly/4p7dyJj
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28 Nov 2025
Is iad coiscĂnĂ an chosaint is fearr in aghaidh ionfhabhtuithe gnĂ©as-tarchurtha (STInna) agus iad 98% Ă©ifeachtach nuair a Ăşsáidtear i gceart gach uair iad. Tuilleadh eolais ag sexualwellbeing.ie
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26 Nov 2025
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 sexualwellbeing.ie
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20 Nov 2025
An raibh a fhios agat go bhfuil scagthástálacha baile d’ionfhabhtuithe gnĂ©as-tarchurtha ar fáil lena n-ordĂş ar lĂne saor in aisce d’aon duine atá 17 mbliana d’aois nĂł os a chionn? 🧵
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20 Nov 2025
Faigh tuilleadh eolais faoin bhfearas scagthástála agus faoin gcaoi le hordú a dhéanamh ar sexualwellbeing.ie
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17 Nov 2025
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: bit.ly/4oKeX8x
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