Sydney Sexual Health Centre

20/05/2025

Sydney Sexual Health Centre will be closed on Monday 9th June

09/05/2025

Hospital Pharmacy Closed on the 16th May

15/04/2025

😊 Don’t forget to stock up on any medications before the long weekend!

Our sexual health services will be closed for the public holidays on Friday the 18th and Monday the 21st of April.

We reopen as usual on Tuesday the 22nd.

19/03/2025

👏 Today is Close the Gap Day.

We’re helping to close the gap by educating community in community around all things sexual health and blood borne viruses. Here you can see the SHBBV Aboriginal project team actively engaging with the La Perouse junior rugby league football club discussing sexual health, and partnering with the Bulbuwi Health Lifestyle program to deliver Hepatitis C education.

Find out more:
https://closethegap.org.au/

17/03/2025

🦷 World Oral Health Day is this week!

Mouth
Brushing, flossing, and regular dental check-ups are essential to keep your mouth healthy. Don’t forget — your mouth is the gateway to your overall health, and good hygiene can help prevent issues like tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath.

Mind
Did you know that oral health can affect your mental well-being? Poor oral hygiene can lead to discomfort, pain, and even self-esteem issues. Taking care of your smile can boost your confidence and overall mood, helping you feel better both physically and mentally.

Body
Oral health isn’t just about your teeth; it affects your entire body! Gum disease can lead to heart disease, diabetes, and other health problems. Keep your mouth clean, and you’ll be supporting your body’s health from head to toe.

Find out more:

https://www.worldoralhealthday.org/

17/02/2025

😯 Sexual Health clinics are busy over Mardi Gras.

We will prioritise people with urgent needs and there will be longer waiting times.

Please support us by waiting until after March the 5th for regular screening, or attend a GP.

09/02/2025

😀 Our opening hours have changed!

On Wednesdays we will now be open from 12:30 - 4:45pm.

All other weekdays we will remain open from 9:30 - 5:45pm as usual.

Please phone us to make an appointment.

23/01/2025

We will be closed for the public holiday on Monday the 27th of January.

We will reopen as usual next Tuesday.

Enjoy the long weekend! 🎉

18/12/2024

🎄Happy holidays from us all at SSHC!

We will be closed from the 23rd of December. We will reopen on the 6th of January.

For urgent matters including if you are a close contact of MPOX please contact the Albion Centre on 9332 9600 on the following days/times

23rd December 08:30 – 16:30
24th December 08:30 – 15:00
27th December 08:30 – 16:30
31st December 08:30 – 16:30
2nd January 08:30 – 16:30
3rd January 08:30 – 16:30

For all other health issues please contact a GP, or for emergencies please call 000 or attend your local Emergency Department.

15/12/2024

🤔 Need to talk to somebody over the holiday season? Here is a list of local services for mental health support.

Headstart helps you find mental health support for you or someone you care for, including free and low-cost services available in-person and online

12/12/2024

☑️ No matter your age, remember to take care of your sexual health this holiday season! See a GP to get a sexual health check before the festivities!

There are a number of possible reasons we’ve seen a rise in STIs among people over 50 in recent years.

11/12/2024

"Hundreds of q***r people’s stories – the largest national consultation of LGBTQ+ wellbeing undertaken by any Australian government – has formed the basis of a landmark action plan to improve the healthcare LGBTQ+ people receive."

Guardian Australia shares today's launch of the National Action Plan for the Health and Wellbeing of LGBTIQA+ People 2025–2035.

Exclusive: Health ministry releases 10-year LGBTQ+ health plan informed by largest national consultation undertaken by any Australian government