Published on:6 March 2026

Having sex? Thinking about it?

NHS graphic with green elephant featured in a bedroom with text saying 'it's time to talk about the elephant in the room. At the bottom it says 'Having sex? Thinking about it? Protect yourself against STIs like gonorrhoea and chlamydiaLet’s talk about the elephant in the room - your sexual health!

Looking after your sexual health is just as important as your physical and mental health - but we get it… it can feel awkward to talk about.

Here’s the thing, some STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhoea, don’t always show symptoms, which means they can be passed on without anyone knowing and still cause serious long-term health problems. That's why it's important to use condoms every time you have sex - it’s one of the best ways to protect yourself and others. We also recommend getting tested regularly - it’s free, quick, simple and confidential.

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Just support, whenever you need it.