Your Sexual Health Matters

Your Sexual Health Matters NHS Sexual Health Services for the people of Derby and Derbyshire - http://www.yshm.org.uk/

Free, confidential and non-judgmental sexual health services run by Derbyshire Community Health Service NHS FT

08/05/2026

Behind every door is a person and behind every person is a story.

Be kind, it starts with us. Join us this Mental Health Awareness Week to spread kindness across your community.

11th - 17th May 2026.

For more information, visit:
dccmhsp.com/letschatderbyshire

Derbyshire Mental Health & Su***de Prevention

Were going to be at Think Fest! 2026 in Chesterfield!We’ll be sharing free, friendly and confidential s*xual health supp...
06/05/2026

Were going to be at Think Fest! 2026 in Chesterfield!
We’ll be sharing free, friendly and confidential s*xual health support.

Here's the details:
Vicar Lane, Chesterfield
Saturday 16th May at 10 am - 3 pm

Pop over to our stall for:
• Confidential STI screening and testing info
• Free condoms and safer s*x advice
• Professional support and signposting to other services

No pressure, no judgement! Just a chance to chat and find out what support is available.

You can find support any time on our website: www.yours*xualhealthmatters.org.uk

Derbyshire Voluntary Action - DVA
The Georgia Bird Foundation

Our s*xual health promotion team will be at Gamesley Family Fun Day this Saturday. Come and say hello and pick up:• Free...
30/04/2026

Our s*xual health promotion team will be at Gamesley Family Fun Day this Saturday.

Come and say hello and pick up:
• Free condoms
• Self‑testing kits
• Advice & information

📅 2 May 2026
⏰ 11:00–15:30
📍 Gamesley Community Centre

Friendly, informal, and no appointment needed.

Easter is just around the corner! Here is a reminder that our normal Friday and Monday clinics will be closed over the b...
31/03/2026

Easter is just around the corner! Here is a reminder that our normal Friday and Monday clinics will be closed over the bank holiday weekend:

Good Friday closures:
* Florence Nightingale Community Hospital (Will be open as normal on Saturday)
* Long Eaton Health Centre
* Wheatbridge
* Whitworth Hospital

Easter Monday closures:
* Florence Nightingale Community Hospital
* Ashbourne St Oswald's Hospital
* Peartree Clinic
* Wheatbridge
* Shirebrook Health Centre

Please note: Phone lines will be closed on these days, but you can still book future appointments online at: www.yours*xualhealthmatters.org.uk

Please call 111 if you have any immediate health concerns.

Thank you for your understanding, and wishing you all a lovely Easter!

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Think pharmacy first 👇Your pharmacist can provide you with the emergency contraceptive pill (morning after pill) for fre...
06/03/2026

Think pharmacy first 👇

Your pharmacist can provide you with the emergency contraceptive pill (morning after pill) for free, without you seeing your GP. They can also discuss long-term contraception options with you at the same time.

Find out more: nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

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The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that can cause certain types of cancer and ge***al warts. The HPV vacci...
04/03/2026

The human papillomavirus (HPV) is a common virus that can cause certain types of cancer and ge***al warts. The HPV vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect yourself and others from these risks.

💉 The vaccine is available for:
✔️ All children aged 12-13 (offered in schools)
✔️ Anyone eligible who missed it at school – you can still get vaccinated for free up to age 25
✔️ Men who have s*x with men (MSM) up to age 45
✔️ Others at higher risk, including some immunocompromised individuals

HPV is spread through intimate skin-to-skin contact, so vaccination is the best way to prevent infection and protect future health.

📌 Think you’re eligible? Find out more and check where to get vaccinated: https://www.nhs.uk/vaccinations/hpv-vaccine/

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Our next clinic at Derbion is tomorrow 📢Free, friendly and confidential s*xual health support for under-21s is available...
03/03/2026

Our next clinic at Derbion is tomorrow 📢

Free, friendly and confidential s*xual health support for under-21s is available in the heart of Derby.

Visit our team at the Derbion Community Hub on Wednesday 4th March, 2pm–6pm.

Services include:
• Contraception support (including emergency contraception)
• Confidential STI screening and testing
• Free condoms and safer s*x advice
• Non-judgemental, professional support

You can drop in on the day or book ahead. Appointments can be booked online via our website or by calling our booking line.

Clinics run most Wednesday afternoons, so if you cannot make this week, further dates are available on our website: https://www.yours*xualhealthmatters.org.uk/news/s*xual-health-support-now-derbion-drop-or-book-ahead

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Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or enjoying some self-love, looking after your s*xual health is alwa...
14/02/2026

Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, friends, or enjoying some self-love, looking after your s*xual health is always important.

✔️ Get tested – Regular STI testing is part of a healthy s*x life.
✔️ Use protection – Free condoms are available through our service.
✔️ Talk about it – Open conversations about consent and contraception help keep relationships healthy.

Make this Valentine’s Day about pleasure, protection, and peace of mind. 💕

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It’s National HIV Testing Week!Take 2 minutes to look after your health - order a FREE HIV & STI test kit delivered in p...
11/02/2026

It’s National HIV Testing Week!

Take 2 minutes to look after your health - order a FREE HIV & STI test kit delivered in plain packaging:
👉 startswithme.org.uk

Testing is quick, simple and confidential.

It Starts with Me

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University of Derby Student, come and see our Sexual Health Promotion team in The Atrium today, 11am-2pm.It’s HIV Testin...
10/02/2026

University of Derby Student, come and see our Sexual Health Promotion team in The Atrium today, 11am-2pm.

It’s HIV Testing Week and we’re here offering free, fast and confidential HIV testing as well as STI testing, free condoms and s*xual health support.

Come and say hello! 👋

09/02/2026

It’s National HIV Testing Week!
Get free, fast and confidential HIV testing with the Your Sexual Health Matters team at these Derbyshire drop‑ins:

Tue 10 Feb - Derby University Atrium (11am - 2pm)

Wed 11 Feb - Ilkeston Market Place (10am - 12pm)

Thu 12 Feb - Chesterfield Royal Hospital (1.30pm - 2.30pm)

Thu 12 Feb - Staveley Healthy Living Centre (3pm - 6pm)

Mon 16 Feb - Bakewell Market (9.30am - 12.30pm)

Or order a free home test: freetesting.hiv

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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