Resilience and Reinvention A BASHH/SSHA Nursing and Sexual Health Advisers Conference The inaugural joint conference for nuses and sexual health advisers, shaped by workforce feedback and focused on day to day practice 6th November 2026 9am - 4.30pm Zoom BASHH Logo SSHA logo

Registration is now open for Resilience and Reinvention, the inaugural joint BASHH and SSHA conference for nurses and sexual health advisers, designed in response to workforce feedback and focused on day-to-day practice.

For more information, visit bit.ly/4lTSVzJ

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🔍 #BHIVABASHH26 Session Spotlight!

Don't miss "Provision of specialised care for transgender people in the UK", to hear from Kate Nambiar about intersections, limitations and areas for improvement for the trans community.

View the full programme at bit.ly/3PpnqBb

MED26 Early Release Session GUM: changing focus on HIV prevention, treatment, and outreach Join Nathan Burley, Dr Alex Langrish, Dr Claire Pritchard and Dr Alex Maxwell for the latest specialty updates Royal College of Physicians

Registration is now open for Medicine 2026.

Taking place 13–14 May at the RCP, London and online, this early release session in collaboration with the RCP will explore key developments shaping genitourinary medicine.

Secure your spot here: bit.ly/3Oe4jdk

The BSSVD Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 Hosted by BSSVD Consultant Dermatologists from Southampton and Portsmouth Focused on relevant clinical topics and strengthening services for women with vulval disease 13th - 14th May 2026 Novotel Southampton BSSVD logo

The British Society for the Study of Vulval Disease (BSSVD) is hosting their Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 on 13th and 14th May.

Register to learn about topics relevant to vulval disease from a panel of Consultant Dermatologists.

Find out more: bit.ly/4t6HzLa

STI Foundation Competencies Trainer Training Beneficial for health care practitioners aiming to become an STI Competency trainer 16th May 2026 Zoom BASHH Logo The STI Foundation logo

The STI Foundation Competencies Trainer Training day is coming up!

This virtual training is suitable for all experienced health care practitioners looking to become an STI Competency trainer, or those who wish to revalidate as a trainer.

For more info ➡️ bit.ly/4cRoKqq

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🔍 #BHIVABASHH26 Session Spotlight!

Join Anne Aslett, CEO of the Elton John AIDS Foundation, for "UK in a Changing World", to learn about how disruptions to the global HIV response might have implications for the UK.

View the full programme now: bit.ly/3PpnqBb

Management of Complex Bacterial STIs Study Day Designed for healthcare professionals working in sexual health, infectious diseases and primary care 23rd October 2026 9am - 5pm Royal National Hotel, 51 Bedford Way, London BASHH Logo

Registration is open for the Management of Complex Bacterial STIs Study Day.

This in-person course will cover challenging bacterial STI cases, antimicrobial resistance and patient management, with expert-led teaching and practical workshops.

Visit bit.ly/4sFgL4K to book

World Health Day 2026 Together for Health. Stand with Science BASHH logo

🌍 Today is World Health Day 2026.

This year's theme is 'Together for Health.: Stand with Science', highlighting the importance of evidence-based practice in improving health outcomes.

BASHH stands with science, our workforce, and communities, working to advance equitable care.

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🔍 #BHIVABASHH26 Session Spotlight!

Don't miss "Hepatitis B - what's new and relevant to Sexual Health and HIV", a talk covering PrEP and Hepatitis B, new research in HBV, and peer support.

To view the full programme, visit bit.ly/3PpnqBb.

BASHH Dip GUM Revision Course STI/HIV Modules 3 &4 Join us to hear from renown speakers from across the UK, covering: Module 3: Viral Infections other than HIV Module 4: HIV infection 13th - 17th April 2026 Zoom BASHH logo

Join us for the BASHH Dip GUM Revision Course, 13th - 17th April

Delivered virtually with expert speakers from across the UK, the course will benefit those who intend to sit the Diploma in GUM and Diploma in HIV Medicine exams.

For more information, visit bit.ly/3Pf1Hfh

Pre-registration deadline Monday 20th April BASHH Logo BHIVA logo 6th Joint Conference Monday 27th - Wednesday 29th April ACC Liverpool

Have you registered for #BHIVABASHH2026?

Reminder that pre-registration closes on Monday 20th April! Don't miss out on three days of insightful discussions from HIV and sexual health professionals on a broad range of topics.

Visit bit.ly/40AtDgc for the programme!

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📄 Stay up to date with the BASHH guidelines, developed by the Clinical Effectiveness Group (CEG), a national team of experts working to improve clinical standards across the UK.

Don't miss the BASHH Guidelines session at #BHIVABASHH26 to get all the latest information ➡️ bit.ly/4riFD1O

Data published by the @ukhsa.bsky.social today shows rates of STIs remain high with emerging and increasingly complex conditions being a key concern of those working in sexual health.

Read our full response ➡️ bit.ly/4rZP6dI

BASHH welcomes the @ukhsa.bsky.social Syphilis Response Plan’s clear focus on reversing the rise in syphilis diagnoses and eliminating congenital syphilis, alongside its strong emphasis on promoting key BASHH clinical guidelines.

Read our full statement: bit.ly/41pJXk8

Friday's BASHH President’s Dinner provided a special moment to mark the launch of the HIV Action Plan.

We were grateful to be joined by newly appointed Minister @sharonhodgsonmp.bsky.social and our community partners, as we celebrated our GUM workforce and looked to opportunities ahead.

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Earlybird reduced rates close tomorrow for #BHIVABASHH26 ⏰

Contribute to the conversation of treatment and care, and cutting-edge research across sexual health in the UK over three days of talks, panels, and exhibitions.

Register now: bit.ly/4riFD1O

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🔍 #BHIVABASHH26 Session Spotlight!

“Community Engagement in Action: Lessons from Fast Track Cities on Reaching Under‑Served Groups” will explore the reimagining infectious disease communication and effectively engaging LGBTQ+ communities.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4riFD1O

BASHH welcomes the passing of Clause 208 of the Crime and Policing Bill Meaning women and girls will no longer be subject to criminal investigation or prosecution when ending their pregnancies BASHH logo

Last night, the House of Lords passed Clause 208.

BASHH welcomes this vital amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill, meaning women are no longer subject to criminal investigation or prosecution for seeking abortion support.

The Bill will move to third reading on 25th March.

BASHH HIV Masterclass Join us for a line up of speakers covering topics including: ART and resistance HIV and malignancy Metabolic health and GLP1's in PLHIV Ageing and HIV Pregnancy and Menopause 8th-9th June, 8.45am - 4pm the studio, Birmingham BASHH Logo

Don’t miss the BASHH HIV Masterclass 2026, taking place on 8th – 9th June.

This year’s event features updates across HIV care, with sessions including ART and resistance, ageing, vaccines, and transitions for young people.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3NnYYiV

BASHH is supporting Clause 208 of the Crime and Policing Bill To end the criminal investigation and prosecution of women and girls seeking abortion support BASHH logo

Today, the House of Lords is due to consider Clause 208 of the Crime and Policing Bill. The amendment would end the criminal investigation and prosecution of women for ending their pregnancies.

BASHH supports this vital amendment to protect abortion rights for vulnerable women.

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⏳ One week to go until Early bird registration for #BHIVABASHH26 ends!

Your full registration gives access to all scientific sessions, exhibitions, day catering and more.

Visit bit.ly/4riFD1O for more information

BASHH/CoSRH Conference 2026 From protection to prevention: shaping the future of sexual health 25th March 2026 09.30am-4.30pm Zoom CoSRH logo BASHH logo

⏱️ The BASHH x @COSRH_UK Conference is nearly here!

Join the conversation on Protection to Prevention and explore how we can strengthen prevention at every level of care, from clinical innovation to integrated service delivery.

Access all the details ➡️ bit.ly/4aILINP

Registration is now open! An ABC of Sexual Function and Wellbeing Celebrating diversity, connection, and sexual fulfilment Join us for a bold, contemporary study day exploring inclusive approaches to sexual wellbeing 18th September 2026 08.30 - 16.45 The Wesley Hotel, 81-103 Euston Road, London BASHH logo

Registration is open for An ABC of Sexual Function & Wellbeing!

Join us for this dynamic in-person study day featuring interactive workshops and expert‑led panels, designed for clinicians moving beyond dysfunction and deficit‑based models.

Visit bit.ly/4uk4ZOt to book your place now

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🔍 #BHIVABASHH26 Session Spotlight!

Learn about “Putting Children and Young People First”, featuring two talks highlighting young people’s voices, experiences and challenges within sexual health.

View the programme ➡️ bit.ly/4riFD1O

Today we’re celebrating International Women’s Day

At BASHH, "giving" shows up in so many ways: from championing women’s voices to advocating for equity in access to care.

Join BASHH President, Dr Cara Saxon, in striking the official #GiveToGain pose and spreading awareness this #IWD2026

Register now for early bird rates BHIVA logo BASHH logo

⏰ Reminder for BASHH members: secure your tickets to #BHIVABASHH26!

Early bird registration closes 23th March. Don’t miss out!

Find out more & book now ➡️ bit.ly/4riFD1O

BASHH welcomes the new report from @sophiaforum.bsky.social, @nat.org.uk, @tht.org.uk and The Ci2 Bureau, setting out important steps to ensure that people living with HIV in prisons are not left behind.

Access the full report ⬇️

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🔍 #BHIVABASHH26 Session Spotlight!

Join us to learn about "Negotiating safe sex: Beyond risk and reframing prevention through women's and trans women's lenses", four talks exploring empowerment and improved outcomes.

More info ➡️ bit.ly/4riFD1O

DIP GUM Revision Course Monday 16th March 8.45am-4.30pm Zoom

⏳ Two weeks to go! Registration is still open for the Dip HIV Revision Course

Developed by BASHH and @BritishHIVAssoc, with sessions on HIV resistance, drug interactions & pharmacokinetics, and opportunistic infections.

Secure your place ➡️ bit.ly/4rbZPBE

BASHH would like to thank @ashleydaltonmp.bsky.social as she steps down from her ministerial role at the Department of Health and Social Care.

We greatly appreciate her dedication and the contributions she has made in support of sexual health, and we wish her the very best in the future.