British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH)

@bashhuk.bsky.social

Official Bluesky page of the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV - formed in 2003 - guiding professionals and patients.

https://www.bashh.org/

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 16, 2026, 11:16 AM

We hosted a symposium at @iusti-europe.bsky.social exploring how multiplex testing can meet patient and clinical needs.

Thanks to speakers, Ivo Sinicins, Tanya Applegate, Sophie Nash and Maggie Barr-DiChiarra (WHO), for sharing insights on co-production and person-centred diagnostics.

#IUSTI2026

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 16, 2026, 8:02 AM

🔍Looking for a medical specialty that offers real variety?

Genitourinary medicine (GUM) spans sexual health, HIV care, public health, research and education, with opportunities to work across a range of setting and patient groups.

Take a closer look: bit.ly/4iUSd5z

GUM is...
varied and holistic
“People don’t know that GUM is so integrated and don’t realise that HIV, women’s health, contraception and public health are baked into it.”

@sarah1alexander.bsky.social Oct 16, 2026, 6:43 AMReposted by @bashhuk.bsky.social

What a fabulous start to the day at the #BASHH session on multiplex testing @bashhuk.bsky.social #IUSTI2026

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 15, 2026, 8:38 AM

The BASHH team has arrived in Prague for the IUSTI World Congress!

📍 Find us throughout the event at the BASHH stand in the Exhibition Foyer. Come and say hello!

🗓️ Make sure to also join us at 8am tomorrow for the BASHH Symposium on multiplex testing.

#IUSTI2026

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 14, 2026, 10:30 AM

Registration is open for ‘Racial Equity in Sexual Health: Developing Structural Competency’ on the 5th of February 2027.

The webinar will explore how systemic factors, representation and clinical communication shape outcomes in sexual health and HIV care: bit.ly/4yiSTqd

Racial Equity in Sexual Health: Developing Structural Competency
This half-day interactive webinar is designed to deepen cultural intelligence and awareness for clinicians working in sexual health and HIV care.
5th February
13:00-16:00
Online, Zoom
Register now

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 12, 2026, 9:45 AM

📆Save the date. The BASHH Annual Conference 2027 will take place in Blackpool from the 7th – 9th June. Join us for three days of learning, networking, discussion and collaboration focused on the future of sexual health and HIV services in the UK. Stay tuned for further updates!

BASHH Annual Conference 2027
Monday 7th - Wednesday 9th June

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 8, 2026, 3:31 PM

📢The BASHH Scientific Meeting is tomorrow, and we look forward to seeing our members there.

This free virtual event for BASHH members will feature presentations from the Bacterial STIs and HPV SIGs. Don’t forget to register to receive the joining link: bit.ly/4A941HU

BASHH Scientific Meeting
Friday 9th October, Zoom
Draft programme includes:
NHS England changes to cervical screening program in women LWHIV
Emerging STIs
HPV vaccination in sexual health services: activity reporting, seroprevalence and survey data

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 7, 2026, 8:15 AM

Stay up to date with BASHH.

Each month, BASHH President Dr Cara Saxon shares an update on the latest developments, priorities and activity across the association.

Catch up on the September edition here: bit.ly/3UKzmQZ

President Blogs
Look out for our monthly BASHH President Blogs

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 4, 2026, 8:00 AM

Today is the final day to see the UK AIDS Memorial Quilt on display in Scotland.

A powerful tribute to the history and lives lost to HIV and AIDS, and the importance of continuing to challenge stigma and improve care for those affected.

Learn more: bit.ly/46RiA57

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 3, 2026, 4:01 PM

Sexual Health Advisers are central to sexual health and HIV care, supporting prevention, safeguarding and improved patient outcomes.

BASHH supports the recognition and development of this vital workforce: bit.ly/3Td4LuC

BASHH highlights the critical role of Sexual Health Advisers in modern sexual health services
As sexual health services continue to evolve, Sexual Health Advisers have demonstrated adaptability and leadership in responding to changing patient needs, emerging infections, digital service developments, and increasing health inequalities. They are often at the forefront of engaging vulnerable and underserved populations, supporting individuals through complex health and social circumstances, and reducing barriers to accessing care.

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 2, 2026, 4:00 PM

📣 BASHH members: there is still time to take part in the Clinical Thermometer Survey. This is an important opportunity to share your experiences and help shape BASHH's advocacy work. 📧 Please check today's newsletter for the survey link and complete the form if you haven't already

@bashhuk.bsky.social Oct 1, 2026, 5:03 PM

Bookings are now open for our Two Day Safeguarding Supervision Course, taking place on the 16th -17th March 2027.

Designed for professionals providing safeguarding supervision in sexual health and HIV services, this interactive course has limited spaces: bit.ly/4jbtFFV

Two Day Safeguarding Supervision Course
Do you provide safeguarding supervision as part of your role in sexual health and HIV?
Topics will include:
Safeguarding reflective supervision
Support and where to seek it
Differentiate between 1-2-1, Ad Hoc and group supervision
20th-21st October 2026
Zoom

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 30, 2026, 2:42 PM

📢Applications are open for two Core Steering Group Members on the BASHH Racially Minoritised Communities SIG.

Help drive work to tackle racial health inequalities, improve equitable access to sexual health services, and shape future priorities.

Apply: bit.ly/4ynt9JD

The Racially Minoritised Communities SIG is Recruiting. Two core steering group members. Application deadline is 27th October 2026.

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 30, 2026, 8:01 AM

Ahead of IUSTI World Congress 2026 in Prague, meet BASHH’s four scholars and hear what they’re looking forward to.

Read: bit.ly/3SiTusr

World Congress of the International Union against Sexually Transmitted Infections
BASHH is proud to be hosting four scholars for this year's IUSTI Congress in Prague.

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 28, 2026, 6:02 PM

📅Save the date! The BASHH Scientific Meeting returns on the 9th October, featuring presentations from our Bacterial STIs and HPV SIGs.

Free for members and packed with expert insights, this isn't one to miss: bit.ly/3U4Vxki

BASHH Scientific Meeting
Free event for BASHH Members!

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 24, 2026, 10:01 AM

Our Bacterial Special Interest Group (BSIG) has a dedicated platform to help promote communication between microbiologists and clinicians involved in the diagnosis and treatment of STIs.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3WsOmRf

The Bacterial Special Interest Group (BSIG) Platform.
Join BASHH today to explore the platform for yourself! Includes image of computer with the BSIG platform on the screen.

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 20, 2026, 8:30 AM

BASHH is seeking feedback on new draft recommendations for inclusive, structured asynchronous online consultation within sexual health care.

We encourage you to review the draft guidance and share feedback by the 5th October➡️ bit.ly/4zuoZ3t

BASHH Recommendations for inclusive, structured asynchronous online consultations within sexual health care

Deadline:
5TH October 2026

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 19, 2026, 5:30 PM

Looking to build your knowledge of HIV and STIs in pregnancy?

Join BASHH's specialist training event for midwives, designed to strengthen understanding of diagnosis, treatment, risk reducation and patient-centred care.

Book your place today: bit.ly/4wYBQs1

Save the date
STIs and HIV in Pregnancy: A training event for midwives
Online course
11th November

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 18, 2026, 4:40 PM

This #SexualHealthWeek, BASHH President Dr Cara Saxon reflects on why connection is at the heart of sexual health and HIV care. From honest conversations to person-centred support, accessible services matter more than ever.

Read the blog: bit.ly/4AkKAvt

Connection at the heart of sexual healthcare. By Dr Cara Saxon, President of the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV.

@bashhuk.bsky.social Sep 16, 2026, 10:32 AM

UKHSA’s provisional surveillance data indicates a decline in syphilis and gonorrhoea diagnoses in England. While encouraging, BASHH continues to call for strategic action and investment to address sexual health needs and inequalities:
Read our statement: bit.ly/4d6ZnQP

BASHH responds to the UKHSA provisional surveillance data which shows a decline in syphilis and gonorrhoea diagnoses in England.Commenting on the announcement, Dr Cara Saxon, BASHH President, said:"The UK continues to face significant sexual health challenges. Syphilis, once thought to have been largely eliminated in this country, has re-emerged in recent decades, against a wider backdrop of high STI rates, growing antimicrobial resistance, and sexual health services operating under unsustainable pressure...

..Today's findings, including the increasing provision of newer STI prevention strategies such as DoxyPEP for syphilis and the 4cMenB vaccine for gonorrhoea, are encouraging, but we have a lot to do. Declines in diagnoses among some groups such as gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men (GBMSM) are enormously important and welcome. If we can sustain this it is testament to our dedicated services and collaboration with communities for targeted action based on evidence of what works. But stable rates in other groups show that there is still not progress in reaching all. We see persistent inequalities, including among women, and this is borne out today as strongly as ever. It is critical that services have the resources and agility to continue to adapt and deliver STI prevention strategies where they are most needed...

..We see persistent inequalities, including among women, and this is borne out today as strongly as ever. It is critical that services have the resources and agility to continue to adapt and deliver STI prevention strategies where they are most needed.
There is clear opportunity to achieve much more through greater investment and strategic emphasis on sexual health and the Government should expedite work on its new framework as a moment to refocus action and consolidate these trends. That would not only improve outcomes for individuals and communities but also help reduce pressure across the wider NHS."

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