We’ve all got ‘Sex-ability’! 16th-22nd September is Sexual Health Week and this year, we’re aiming to get everyone talking about ‘Sex-Ability!’ Spectrum’s ‘Sex-Ability’ campaign demonstrates our belief that everyone has the ability to form and enjoy intimate relationships, including people with disabilities. We’re aiming to challenge common myths around sex and disability and promote better […]
Sexual Health Services in Wigan and Leigh have been rated “Good” by the Care Quality Commission After a two day inspection back in May the Inspectors found that the services are performing well and are meeting expectations. The commission found the services to be Good across all five key areas, ensuring that care is safe, […]
We are proud to announce that on Saturday 13 July we were sponsors of Wigan Councils Children in Care Awards 2019. Spectrum Health sponsored the Strongman Award which recognises young people who have faced challenges but who have made good choices to help keep themselves or others safe. Our director of operations, Debbie Ward said: […]
This summer as many people are preparing to head off on their holidays Spectrum Health CIC is asking that they remember the top five tips to protect themselves from sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Spectrums top-tips for reducing STI risk are: Visit a clinic for an STI test before you go on holiday. […]
Spectrum clinics in Wakefield and Barnsley have a limited number of places available for the Pre-exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Impact Trial for people who are at high risk of HIV. If you are: A heterosexual man or woman at risk of HIV if you have partner(s) who are HIV positive and not currently on effective treatment […]
Together with our partners we are constantly looking at ways to improve our services. If you live in the Wakefield area it would be great if you would complete this short survey. It will help us to understand how you access sexual health services and you will also have the opportunity to help shape how […]
The district sexual health service is launching a new scheme in Wigan and Leigh to help young people aged 16-25 access free condoms and sexual health advice. Spectrum Community Health will introduce the C-Card scheme in August 2019, meaning the borough’s young people can register for free condoms and support with sexual health needs. Condoms […]
Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Council wants to hear from 16-25 year olds in the area to better understand how they get, or wish to get condoms. The survey is aimed at young people who are in, or have been in a sexual relationship and live, work or study in Barnsley borough. The survey takes around 5 […]
From 10-16 June Spectrum is marking Men’s Health Week, with a focus on ‘health by numbers’. We are highlighting some key facts and figures relating to men’s sexual health: STIs In 2015, 94% of all syphilis diagnoses were men Since 2008,syphilis diagnoses have risen by 148% (from 2,874 to 7,137), mostly among gay, bisexual or […]
Spectrum Community Health is celebrating International Nurses Day 2019, this Sunday 12 May. This important day celebrated across the globe, highlights the dedication, excellence and commitment of hard-working nurses to provide health care for all, and to both save and improve lives. Our award-winning nurses at Spectrum provide support to the community, caring for patients […]
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