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Sexual Health Fife - STI/HIV/BBV tests, contraception, info & support across Fife. RT/follow does not mean endorsement. Part of @nhsfife.

 Fife, Scotland
nhsfife.org/services/all-services/sexual-health/
Joined November 2012
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The UK's #HIV response is failing women. In 2023, new cases increased the most in heterosexual women, but they are less likely to be offered or to take a test. Too many are diagnosed with HIV late, when it is more likely to have affected their health.
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#Hepatitis often shows no symptoms until it’s advanced. Be aware of signs like: Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes) Dark urine Fatigue Nausea and vomiting Abdominal pain Loss of appetite Fever Joint pain See your health provider if you experience any of these symptoms. #WorldHepatitisDay
A checklist of symptoms for hepatitis B: jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), dark urine, extreme fatigue, nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, fever and joint pain.

ALT A checklist of symptoms for hepatitis B: jaundice (yellowing of skin and eyes), dark urine, extreme fatigue, nausea and vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, fever and joint pain.

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It’s #WorldHepatitisDay! Did you know that #hepatitis B is most commonly transmitted from pregnant mothers to their child during pregnancy and birth ? It’s also spread through blood and other body fluids or exposure to infected blood via needlestick injury, tattooing or piercing. Hepatitis B is preventable with a vaccine.
Hepatitis B is mostly commonly transmitted from pregnant mothers to their child during pregnancy and birth. It can also spread via exposure to blood and body fluids, exposure to infected blood via needlestick injury, tattooing or piercing.

ALT Hepatitis B is mostly commonly transmitted from pregnant mothers to their child during pregnancy and birth. It can also spread via exposure to blood and body fluids, exposure to infected blood via needlestick injury, tattooing or piercing.

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What's it like living with hepatitis? 🤔 Like many others, you may have hepatitis but not know it. This #WorldHepatitisDay, let’s break the stigma and debunk the myths around hepatitis. Get the facts. Get tested for hepatitis. It could save your life. Download and share our campaign film: bit.ly/4m3y1Nv
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There are five types of hepatitis viruses: A, B, C, D and E. What's the difference? Dr. Vivek Shanmugan breaks it down. This #WorldHepatitisDay, get the facts, challenge stigma, and fight misinformation. 🎯 Take action: bit.ly/4cEuXCB
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You can be confident that an organisation displaying the HIV Confident logo has made a commitment to make people living with HIV welcome and to treat them with respect. Find out more about what HIV Confident means for you: hivconfident.org.uk/living-w… Photo: Mareike Günsche
Building a world that welcomes and respects people living with H.I.V. H.I.V. confident. National aids trust logo. Red Ribbon. Securing rights, stoppign H.I.V. positively UK, aidsmap. Picture of a smiling woman with a bonnet.

ALT Building a world that welcomes and respects people living with H.I.V. H.I.V. confident. National aids trust logo. Red Ribbon. Securing rights, stoppign H.I.V. positively UK, aidsmap. Picture of a smiling woman with a bonnet.

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BASHH@BASHH_UK21 Jul 2025
Today is #ZeroHIVStigmaDay – a powerful reminder of the urgent need to reduce stigma where possible. Chair of the HIV & BBV SIG shares her reflections on why tackling stigma is essential and why no one living with HIV should ever be left behind.
Despite advances in antiretroviral therapy and evidential proof that people on effective HIV treatment cannot pass the virus on, stigma continues to negatively impact the lives of many people living with HIV. People living with HIV continue to experience stigma when engaging with healthcare professionals which is leading to worse outcomes for patients. Stigma and misinformation about HIV remains a significant barrier to HIV prevention initiatives such as HIV testing and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). This zero HIV stigma day we must continue to address HIV related stigma in all settings so that no person living with HIV is left behind.

ALT Despite advances in antiretroviral therapy and evidential proof that people on effective HIV treatment cannot pass the virus on, stigma continues to negatively impact the lives of many people living with HIV. People living with HIV continue to experience stigma when engaging with healthcare professionals which is leading to worse outcomes for patients. Stigma and misinformation about HIV remains a significant barrier to HIV prevention initiatives such as HIV testing and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). This zero HIV stigma day we must continue to address HIV related stigma in all settings so that no person living with HIV is left behind.

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Sexual Health Fife is at @PrideFife today! Come say hi, get information and resources 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️ ❤️❤️
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Tackle HIV@TackleHIV12 May 2025
Next week is the RHS Chelsea Flower Show and we’re honoured that the Tackle HIV Challenging Stigma Garden is going to be part of such an iconic event. It’s so important that we share the Tackle HIV message with as many people as we can to address stigma and misunderstanding.
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AIDS Memory UK@AIDSMemoryUK9 May 2025
Where did HIV stigma come from, and why does it persist? For Jonathan Blake, the seeds were sown by a government campaign, with the resulting panic weaponised by reactionary voices.
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Brook🏳️‍🌈@BrookCharity11 Mar 2025
TV and film can be a great place to start discussions about consent with young people. Find out in our blog how you can use it to start a conversation with your young person today. brook.org.uk/blog/how-to-tal…
How to talk to your child about consent - Brook

How to talk to your child about consent - Brook

Many parents worry about how to talk about consent with their children so here’s some advice from a Brook expert to help make these conversations smoother.

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How many new #HIV cases were in 2023? How many people tested online or were on #PrEP? Understanding the numbers is essential to end new cases by 2030 and ensure better lives with HIV. Find the most up-to-date figures on HIV in the #UK on our website: nat.org.uk/about-hiv/hiv-sta…
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For some people living with HIV, stigma can negatively impact: 🏥💊seeking treatment & attending health appointments 💕relationships 🧠mental health & seeking support for it This doesn't need to happen. Learn more about what we do to tackle this: nat.org.uk/what-we-do/ending…
What is the impact of H.I.V. stigma? National aids Trust logo Securing rights. Stopping H.I.V.

ALT What is the impact of H.I.V. stigma? National aids Trust logo Securing rights. Stopping H.I.V.

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Brook🏳️‍🌈@BrookCharity17 Feb 2025
Three ways young people can make informed decisions about contraception 👇 1. Do your research on contraception 2. Learn how to advocate for yourself in your appointment 3. Keep a diary to stay in tune with your body and track patterns brook.org.uk/blog/can-we-tal…
Can we talk about the pill? Myths & Misinformation

Can we talk about the pill? Myths & Misinformation

Questions like “Does the pill make you gain weight?” aren’t easy to answer. Here’s what I do as an RSE educator in the classroom.

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Possessive and controlling behaviours usually emerge and get worse as a relationship goes on. Many women who have experienced #DomesticAbuse have described these behaviours as developing in a drip, drip, drip fashion over a period of time. Visit the link below to read some common warning signs that your partner is abusive: 🔗womensaid.scot/information-s…
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#ValentinesDay can be a great moment for starting something special ♥️🫰. If you choose to have sex, always ensure it is safe and consensual. #SexualHealth
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It’s #InternationalCondomsDay #Condoms prevent most sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) prevents HIV but not other sexually transmitted infections. Choose both for maximum protection!
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UN Development
@UNDP11 Feb 2025
What we share online can have consequences in the real world. Spreading misinformation can result in people being left uninformed, unprotected and at risk. This Safer Internet Day and every day, let’s pause and verify facts before sharing.
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Waverley Care@WaverleyCare11 Feb 2025
Take control of your health! HIV testing is quick, easy, and confidential. You can have HIV without symptoms—the only way to know is to test. If positive, early treatment helps you stay healthy. Don't let fear stop you! 🔗 Learn more: buff.ly/3CA8Y2Q #HIVTestingWeek
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Open Clinic NHS@OpenClinicNHS8 Feb 2025
On the lead up to Valentine's Day, we're reminding everyone of some key consent facts ❤️ FACT: Pressuring someone into saying “yes” is NOT consent ❌ Read more about sex and consent on @BrookCharity's website: orlo.uk/OcGkm
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