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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · 2d

Ending HIV in London means celebrating progress and facing what’s next.
Adrian reflects on the latest UKHSA data ⬇️
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#HIV #London #HealthEquity

HIV in London: Progress, Gaps, and What Comes Next — London Sexual Health Programme (LSHP)

It’s the time of year for pumpkin spice lattes and the release of new HIV data, providing us with an opportunity to reflect on our progress, to celebrate what’s worked and to acknowledge the areas in ...

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · 25d

It’s 🎓 #FreshersWeek and also #SexualHealthWeek (15–21 Sept)!

We’ve published a new article on how to make STI testing routine and stigma-free.

👉 Read here: bit.ly/3VmDGTo

#SexualHealth #TestingWeek

#SexualHealth #TestingWeek

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Sep 8

The London HIV Prevention Programme has published a landmark report: Towards Equity: Reimagining HIV Prevention for London’s Black Heritage Communities.

It highlights inequalities in HIV outcomes and calls for anti-racism, cultural competence & community leadership in prevention.

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Aug 1

New Positive Voices report from @positivelyuk.bsky.social shares the experiences of 7,000+ people living with HIV in England.

💬 “The people who live with HIV are the experts.”

📖 Read more: bit.ly/4olAhSc

#HIV #PositiveVoices #SexualHealth

New Report: Beyond Positive Voices – Launched on Zero HIV Stigma Day - Positively UK

On Zero HIV Stigma Day, Positively UK and National AIDS Trust are proud to launch Beyond Positive Voices – a powerful new report exposing persistent inequalities in the UK’s HIV response and amplifyin...

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jul 30

Syphilis rates are rising—and DoxyPEP could help turn the tide.

A single dose of doxycycline after sex is showing real promise for preventing syphilis in some groups.

LSHP Clinical Lead Darren Cousins breaks it down 👇
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#DoxyPEP #SexualHealth #Syphilis #STIs #PublicHealth

London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jul 25

We're proud to be an official endorser of the FSRH Hatfield Vision - working towards a future where everyone can access reproductive healthcare without barriers 💜

More info 👉 www.fsrh.org/Public/Publi...

#HatfieldVision #ReproductiveHealth #LSHP #WomensHealth

FSRH Hatfield Vision endorsers

Over 50 organisations endorse the FSRH Hatfield Vision, demonstrating their commitment to tackling inequalities within sexual and reproductive healthcare and improving the health outcomes for women an...

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jul 22

Cross-borough clinic visits = costly for London councils
Smartkits = a smarter fix.

63% of SHL users used to test outside their borough. Now they test at home, cutting down cross-charging and saving £££ across London.

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#Smartkits #PublicHealth #CostSaving #SexualHealth #SHL

Smartkits: Making Sexual Health Services in London Smarter and Fairer — London Sexual Health Programme (LSHP)

In London, residents can access sexual health services from any borough, a valuable model of open access. But behind the scenes, this freedom of choice creates costly cross-charging between boroughs, ...

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METRO Charity @metrocharity.bsky.social · Jul 22

If you can't catch us tomorrow, we'll be back same time, same place, on Wednesday 6th of August.

#hivtesting #greenwich #hivcharity #sexualhealthtesting #itest #woolwich #KnowYourStatus #ItStartsWithMe #Itest #HIVpreventionEngland

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METRO Charity @metrocharity.bsky.social · Jul 22

Tomorrow our METRO team will be doing rapid HIV testing in General Gordon Square, Woolwich (just outside Woolwich Arsenal DLR).

It's part of our summer work with HIV Prevention England, and we'll be there from 10:30am - 5:00pm. Please come by, say hello, and find out more!

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jul 17

New LSHP newsletter is out now - with updates on programme work, sector news, and what’s coming up.

Read here 👉 bit.ly/4o8y0JY

#SexualHealth #PublicHealth #LSHP

London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jul 10

New blog from Adrian on UKHSA’s 2023 #STISpotlight report

Yes, there are challenges — but also real chances to improve access, prevention & equity in sexual health.

Read it here 👉 www.londonsexualhealth.org/news/2025/7/...

#SexualHealth #LSHP #STIPrevention #SHL

London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jul 4

The NHS 10-Year Plan puts digital, prevention & community care at the heart of the future.

At LSHP, we’ve been on that path since 2018 - over 1M Londoners use SHL.UK annually, accessing care that’s personalised, and tech-enabled.

#DigitalHealth #SexualHealth #HealthInnovation #NHS10YearPlan

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Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan @london.gov.uk · Jul 4

Tomorrow at Pride in London we’ll send a message to the world: in our city you are free to be whoever you want to be, and love whoever you want to love.

We must take a stand against those seeking to roll back hard-won rights.

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 27

📢 Hounslow now offers online contraception via shl.uk, joining 17 other London boroughs making access easier, faster, and more discreet.

#SexualHealth #Hounslow #OnlineContraception #SHLUK

Sexual Health London • SHL.UK

SHL.UK is a discreet STI testing service for Londoners.

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 20

It’s #CervicalScreeningAwarenessWeek

Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers - 99.8% of cases are linked to high-risk HPV, screening plays an important role in early detection.

Find out more: bit.ly/43PLxxS

#SexualHealth #HPV #CervicalCancer

Cervical screening

Find out about the NHS cervical screening programme, including when it's offered, how to book, what happens at your appointment, getting your results and how it can help protect you from cervical canc...

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 17

Meet Donnarie Goldson, our EEDI Lead, in the first of our team interview series.

She shares her journey, what drives her, and how she's embedding equity in London's sexual health services.

Read here: bit.ly/3Ttvobe

#EDI #PublicHealth #SexualHealth #Inclusion #HealthEquity #LondonSexualHealth

Interview with Donnarie Goldson: Championing EEDI in London’s Sexual Health Programme — London Sexual Health Programme (LSHP)

At the heart of London’s Sexual Health Programme (LSHP) is a commitment to fairness, inclusivity, and better access for all. We sat down with Donnarie Goldson , the Equity, Equality, Diversity and In...

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 13

Some of the LSHP team visited the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt at Tate Modern yesterday. A moving and heartbreaking reminder of lives lost — and how far we've come. Still work to do to end stigma and achieve equity in sexual health. #AIDSMemorialQuilt #HIVAwareness #LSHP

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 9

It’s #MensHealthWeek and we’re urging men to take charge of their sexual health.

Untreated STIs can have serious long-term effects. Free, at-home tests are available via SHL.UK

More here 👉 bit.ly/3SFIodJ

A blue and white poster from Sexual Health London and the NHS for Men’s Health Week 2025. The text reads: “The longer you wait, the worse it can get. Order an STI test from SHL.UK. It’s free, discreet and confidential.” Below is a QR code and the website: SHL.UK. Hashtags: #MensHealthWeek2025.

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 6

🚨 If you're on weight loss meds like Wegovy or Saxenda, use effective contraception.

MHRA warns 'skinny jabs' may reduce the effectiveness of the pill and cause potential risks during pregnancy.

Full info here: bit.ly/43OXmmy

#SexualHealth #Contraception #MHRA #Wegovy #Saxenda

Women on “skinny jabs” must use effective contraception, MHRA urges in latest guidance

Anyone who suspects that they’ve had an adverse reaction to their weight loss or diabetes medicine or suspects it is not a genuine product, should report it to the MHRA.

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 5

New UKHSA data shows STI consultations rose 6% in London in 2023. Testing is up, positivity steady. Digital services like SHL.UK are key to meeting demand. We need smart investment, hybrid care, and strong prevention to keep Londoners healthy. #SexualHealth #DigitalHealth

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Spotlight on sexually transmitted infections in London: 2023 data

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · Jun 3

🏳️‍🌈 Pride Month is here!

At the London Sexual Health Programme, we champion inclusive, stigma-free care.

From SHL.UK’s discreet home testing to getting PrEP into clinics, we’re here for the LGBTQIA+ community .

#PrideMonth #LGBTQIAHealth

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · May 21

England will be the first country to offer a gonorrhoea vaccine – and London is ready.

We join BASHH and THT in welcoming this world-first rollout, starting August 2025.

#SexualHealth #LSHP #STIprevention

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · May 16

📣 New blog from our Director, Mona Hayat

This week, Mona explores why postnatal contraception matters—and how supporting choice after birth is vital to reproductive wellbeing.

Read it here 👉 bit.ly/4kpNruE

#ReproductiveHealth #PostnatalCare #Contraception #LSHP #SexualHealth #PublicHealth

Blog Post from the LSHP Director — London Sexual Health Programme (LSHP)

As Director of Sexual Health at the London Sexual Health Programme, I am delighted to share an update on our recent collaborative efforts to look at options for sustainable funding for postnatal contr...

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · May 15

It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Mental health shapes every part of our lives from relationships to how we connect with others and take care of our sexual health

If you're concerned about your sexual health, order a free, confidential test kit or find your nearest clinic at 👉 shl.uk

Sexual Health London • SHL.UK

SHL.UK is a discreet STI testing service for Londoners.

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London Sexual Health Programme @londonsexualhealth.bsky.social · May 14

Meet the team behind the London Sexual Health Programme

We're a small but passionate group working to improve sexual health services for all Londoners — from digital innovation to partnership working across the capital.

Get to know us 👉 bit.ly/3F2SKRC

#SexualHealth #PublicHealth #LSHP #London

Meet the Team — London Sexual Health Programme (LSHP)

Passion. Experience. Diligence.

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