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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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New year, new habits. Adding STI testing to your routine is an easy way to look after your health. ✅

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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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 https://t.co/n2q7DmVJd9

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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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Má tá tusa nó duine a bhfuil aithne agat uirthi ag dul trí thoircheas neamhphleanáilte agus tacaíocht ag teastáil uait nó uaithi, déan teagmháil le 1800 828 010 nó téigh 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.

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Changes to the My Options information and counselling services hours over the Christmas and New Year period.

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Faigh tuilleadh eolais faoin bhfearas scagthástála agus faoin gcaoi le hordú a dhéanamh ar https://t.co/n2q7DmVJd9

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An raibh a fhios agat go bhfuil scagthástálacha baile d’ionfhabhtuithe gnéas-tarchurtha ar fáil lena n-ordú ar líne saor in aisce d’aon duine atá 17 mbliana d’aois nó os a chionn? 🧵

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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 https://t.co/n2q7DmVbnB

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Changes to the My Options information and counselling services hours over the Christmas and New Year period.

Full details: https://t.co/NaSS8LBeFl

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Cén fáth ar cheart duit coiscín a úsáid i gcónaí?

Is iad coiscíní an chosaint is fearr in aghaidh ionfhabhtuithe gnéas-tarchurtha (STInna) agus iad 98% éifeachtach nuair a úsáidtear i gceart gach uair iad. Tuilleadh eolais ag https://t.co/n2q7DmVbnB

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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 https://t.co/kzmZYZ8rS3

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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: https://t.co/n2q7DmVJd9

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Má tá tusa nó duine a bhfuil aithne agat uirthi ag dul trí thoircheas neamhphleanáilte agus tacaíocht ag teastáil uait nó uaithi, déan teagmháil le 1800 828 010 nó téigh chuig https://t.co/Im17kLOe1s

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Is iad coiscíní an chosaint is fearr in aghaidh ionfhabhtuithe gnéas-tarchurtha (STInna) agus iad 98% éifeachtach nuair a úsáidtear i gceart gach uair iad. Tuilleadh eolais ag https://t.co/n2q7DmVbnB

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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 https://t.co/n2q7DmVJd9

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Faigh tuilleadh eolais faoin bhfearas scagthástála agus faoin gcaoi le hordú a dhéanamh ar https://t.co/n2q7DmVJd9

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An raibh a fhios agat go bhfuil scagthástálacha baile d’ionfhabhtuithe gnéas-tarchurtha ar fáil lena n-ordú ar líne saor in aisce d’aon duine atá 17 mbliana d’aois nó os a chionn? 🧵

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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: https://t.co/BIdGhQmGbx