BCfm’s Real Women Talk Health wraps up its NHS podcast series with an episode devoted to sexual health and sexually transmitted infections. Host Sherrie Eugene-Hart with Sue Jones and Julie Holloway are joined by sexual health nurse Louise Bebbington and community engagement facilitator Tidrah Jeffers from Common Ambition Bristol. Together they explain what a full sexual health check entails, from confidential home test kits via the YUNO sexual health service to dedicated walk-in clinics for African and Caribbean heritage communities. Learn how easy it is to get tested for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, HPV and syphilis without feeling judged or anxious. They address the stigma around STIs and HIV, explaining that people with an undetectable HIV viral load cannot pass the virus on, and highlighting how taking PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) can prevent HIV infection. Discover why HIV is no longer a life sentence, how antibiotic resistance is driving changes in gonorrhoea treatment and why everyone – whatever your age or relationship status – should feel empowered to protect their health. Whether you’re due a routine check up at the start of a new relationship or want to support a friend, this episode will leave you with clear next steps, reassuring advice and links to local clinics, community events and online resources. Tune in now and take control of your sexual health.

Helpful Links

NHS - Yuno Sexual Health - https://yunosexualhealth.co.uk/

Common Ambition – Improving Sexual Health - https://commonambitionbristol.org.uk/

Brigstowe – Positive Change Together - https://www.brigstowe.org/

Brook – Sexual Health & Wellbeing - https://www.brook.org.uk/