British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (BASHH)

Build leadership skills, gain practical tools to support patient care and hear from expert leaders across the UK at the FMLM Annual Conference 2026, 26th-27th Feb at the ACC Liverpool.

🗣️BASHH members - use code FMLM20PER for 20% off: bit.ly/4avEygJ

Please read our full statement on the Government’s response to the WEC’s report on tackling HIV transmission ➡️ bit.ly/4bA3AMP

BASHH joins the Women and Equalities Committee (WEC) in emphasising that properly resourced, equitable expansion of proven interventions is essential to ensure that more people across the UK can benefit from the world‑class genitourinary medicine services already in place ⬇️

Ready for National HIV Testing Week? 9-15 Feb 2026 Order free clinic resources Download the social media pack Update your knowledge on sexual health needs in your area Check best practice for HIV prevention BASHH logo HIV Prevention England logo

📣 National HIV Testing Week is less than a week away!

You can order free HIV testing resources for your clinic to support conversations, encourage testing, and help reduce stigma in your community. Together, we can make HIV testing more visible and accessible.

#NHTW

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📣 Don’t miss your chance to secure early bird rates for the BASHH x @bhiva.bsky.social Joint Conference 2026!

This event brings together leading voices in HIV and sexual health for clinical updates, research insights and innovation.

➡️ bit.ly/4riFD1O #BHIVABASHH2026

The BASHH/CoSRH Conference From Protection to Prevention: Shaping the Future of Sexual Health Wednesday 25th March

Join us for BASHH and CoSRH Conference 2026!

This event brings together healthcare professionals from across sexual and reproductive health to share knowledge, discuss innovations, and collaborate on improving patient care.

Visit bit.ly/47iN8Ox for more info.

Reminder Dermatology Plus Course Online course 27th February Includes BASHH logo and BAD logo

📣 Don’t miss out! Reminder to register for the upcoming Dermatology Plus Course!

Advance your expertise with our upcoming course, delivered in partnership with the British Society for Penoscrotal Dermatology.

Find out more here: bit.ly/3LZyK5z

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Do you provide safeguarding supervision in sexual health or HIV?

Boost your skills with our Two-Day Safeguarding Supervision Course - covering reflective tools, group dynamics, and SMART planning to support staff and patients.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3LvUA0w

We’re delighted to welcome the newly appointed BASHH Board.

Congratulations to Dr Cara Saxon, our new President, and a huge thank you to all outgoing Board members for their dedication and service to BASHH.

For more details, visit the website.

Transgender Healthcare Conference Exploring lived experience and research in transgender healthcare 7th February 2026 10am - 4pm Liverpool Medical Institute (LMI) Poster includes information about expert talks

Join SHAGS & SNOGS at the University of Liverpool for the first Transgender Healthcare Conference! 🏳️⚧️ Featuring expert speakers, panels, and a Q&A to improve understanding of trans care. 📣

Secure your place ➡️ bit.ly/3NyeM2n

Report on BASHH's Equity, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EEDI) review An independent review carried out through 2024-2025 by Purple Pen Research and Evaluation Consulting BASHH logo

Have you read BASHH’s Equity, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion review?

Diversity is at the heart of our mission to advance genitourinary medicine, sexual health, and HIV care.

Explore the full report here ➡️ bit.ly/4jo3ae8

BASHH is proud to endorse the @sascollective.com's campaign, championing career progression, equity of opportunity, and support for SAS doctors around the UK through six essential 'asks'.

To view our statement of support, visit our website: bit.ly/3NFc773

Trent BASHH Regional & Audit Group Meeting Friday 30th January 2026. Image includes calendar with the date, 30, circled.

📢 Calling all professionals in the Trent area

Join us for the Trent BASHH Regional & Audit Group Meeting at the Kegworth Hotel and Conference Centre.

View the agenda and find out further details here ➡️ bit.ly/48wfftW

23rd January BASHH Annual General Meeting (AGM) Taking place after the BASHH Scientific Meeting

Less than one week to go! The BASHH Annual General Meeting (AGM) 2026 is almost here.

The AGM will follow immediately after the BASHH Scientific Meeting - make sure it’s in your diary!

More details available on our website ➡️ bit.ly/4jR5vyN

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The South West Regional Meeting is back on 29th January

Open to all professionals in the South West region - don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn.

Find out more and register here ➡️ bit.ly/4jrztZL

HIV Masterclass 8th - 9th June 2026 Location: thestudio, Birmingham Book now

📚 Interested in specialist HIV education?

The BASHH HIV Masterclass offers a comprehensive programme covering key topics such as ART and resistance, ethics, vaccines, and the transition of young people to adult services.

Book your place ➡️ bit.ly/4qpitWT

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We want your research to be part of the joint BASHH x @bhiva.bsky.social Conference

There’s still time to share your insights with the wider sexual health and HIV community. Abstract submissions close on 19th January.

Submit your abstract ➡️ bit.ly/4riFD1O

⏳ @ukhsa.bsky.social wants your input on gonorrhoea testing and culture practices in England.

Sexual health services (Levels 1–3) and diagnostic laboratories: please submit ONE coordinated response via an authorised representative.

Complete before 14th January ➡️ bit.ly/4qqvm32

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The BASHH Scientific Meeting is coming up! Join us via Zoom on 23rd January for presentations from the Genital Dermatology and GSM SIGs.

Members can register for free, and the BASHH AGM follows immediately after.

📌 Register: bit.ly/4rc0aoN

BASHH welcomes the Government’s commitment a new national sexual and reproductive health framework.

This important step, outlined in a letter from Ashley Dalton MP to Layla Moran MP, marks progress toward improving sexual health outcomes.

The BASHH / CoRSH Conference 25 March 2026 9.30am - 4.30pm For doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, and other health care professionals interested in SRH OPEN FOR REGISTRATION

The BASHH / CoSRH Conference 2026 is now open for registration!

The conference will be beneficial for doctors, nurses, midwives, pharmacists, and other health care professionals interested in sexual and reproductive healthcare.

Visit bit.ly/45EYpHq for more info.

Join BASHH

BASHH offers a range of memberships for different healthcare professionals, or professionals at different stages of their development.

Kickstart the New Year by joining BASHH! 🤝 Find out which membership is for you ➡️ bit.ly/4cZFpoq

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📅 Save the Date! The joint BASHH x @bhiva.bsky.social Conference is happening in April 2026.

Share your research or insights with the sexual health and HIV community - abstract submissions close 19th January.

Learn more: bit.ly/4riFD1O

🎉 Happy New Year! Wishing you a happy and healthy 2026 from all of us at BASHH.

Thank you for supporting our work to deliver expert sexual health care and advocate for better patient experience and outcomes.

What would you like to help BASHH achieve in 2026?

Tell us about your 2025 achievements!

🌟 As we head into the New Year, we’re celebrating the progress made across sexual health services nationwide.

Share your own achievements from this year - or nominate someone whose work in championing sexual health deserves recognition! ✍️

Sexually Transmitted Infections Foundation (STIF) The STI Foundation provides multidisciplinary training in the attitudes, skills, and knowledge required for the prevention and management of sexually transmitted infections, in the form of: STI Foundation Theory Course STIF Competency Programme

Have you explored BASHH’s Sexually Transmitted Infections Foundation (STIF) training? The Theory Course covers STI diagnosis, management and referral, while the Competency Programme offers recognised hands-on training.

Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4leIo0v

Two speech bubbles which read 'In GUM, do you work as a team?' and 'Teamwork is integral to GUM. You have the opportunity to work within a diverse multi-disciplinary team, and also with a diverse patient population. This means communication skills, a non-judgemental attitude and an empathetic nature are integral for GUM clinicians.'

Is teamwork important to you? 👐🏽

As a GUM physician, you’ll collaborate with a diverse, multi-disciplinary team and consult with healthcare professionals from other specialties.

Learn more about this rewarding career via the LoveGUM website ➡️ bit.ly/3KzJMue

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.

🔬 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 sexually transmitted infections.

Visit the eLearning platform for more info➡️ bit.ly/3WsOmRf

Reminder Dermatology Plus Course Online course 27th February

📣 Registration is open for the Dermatology Plus Course.

Building on the Genital Dermatology Basics Course, this year’s event is delivered in collaboration with the British Society for Penoscrotal Dermatology.

Mark the date and find out more here: bit.ly/3LZyK5z

It’s our first ever @bashhuk.bsky.social staff Christmas 🥳 …and here we are magically in gingerbread form courtesy of the Gingerbread City exhibit 🥰

Been a big year and feeling so thankful for and proud of this team. Onwards and upwards team BASHH 🎉🎉🎈