National Coalition for Sexual Health
@thencsh.bsky.social
The National Coalition for Sexual Health aims to give sexual health the attention it deserves.
It’s about honesty. It’s about knowledge. It’s about time.
It’s about honesty. It’s about knowledge. It’s about time.
❓Is getting regular STI testing one of your non-negotiables with partners?
If so, this might be one of your sexual health boundaries. Explore other questions to help you define your comfort zone and dealbreakers at: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
If so, this might be one of your sexual health boundaries. Explore other questions to help you define your comfort zone and dealbreakers at: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
Safer Sex Starts Here: Talk About Minimizing the Risks and Maximizing the Fun
Protect your health and reduce risks during intimacy with safer sex options like condoms, birth control, and more. Learn what works best for you and start the conversation.
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December 19, 2025 at 4:15 PM
❓Is getting regular STI testing one of your non-negotiables with partners?
If so, this might be one of your sexual health boundaries. Explore other questions to help you define your comfort zone and dealbreakers at: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
If so, this might be one of your sexual health boundaries. Explore other questions to help you define your comfort zone and dealbreakers at: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
Clean toys = safer play. 🧼 Sharing unclean sex toys can spread infections. Use gentle soap + water, change condoms between users and different body parts, and fully dry your toy. Learn more @ashasexualhealth.bsky.social www.ashasexualhealth.org/safer-sex-to... #SafeToysMonth
Your Safer Sex Toolbox
Explore ways to make sex safer and communicate with your sexual partners about your expectations and boundaries.
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December 18, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Clean toys = safer play. 🧼 Sharing unclean sex toys can spread infections. Use gentle soap + water, change condoms between users and different body parts, and fully dry your toy. Learn more @ashasexualhealth.bsky.social www.ashasexualhealth.org/safer-sex-to... #SafeToysMonth
Not sure how to talk with your partner about using condoms? You’re not alone! 🎥Watch how one couple navigates the condom convo with the help of the 📞AwkLine: https://bit.ly/4ocz9PJ #OwnTheAwk
Safer Sex Starts Here: Talk About Minimizing the Risks and Maximizing the Fun
Protect your health and reduce risks during intimacy with safer sex options like condoms, birth control, and more. Learn what works best for you and start the conversation.
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December 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Not sure how to talk with your partner about using condoms? You’re not alone! 🎥Watch how one couple navigates the condom convo with the help of the 📞AwkLine: https://bit.ly/4ocz9PJ #OwnTheAwk
There are many reasons to get tested for syphilis during pregnancy. Syphilis can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, and preterm labor as well as birth defects and health problems in the baby.
Learn more from the American Sexual Health Association: https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
Learn more from the American Sexual Health Association: https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
December 16, 2025 at 7:30 PM
There are many reasons to get tested for syphilis during pregnancy. Syphilis can cause miscarriage, stillbirth, and preterm labor as well as birth defects and health problems in the baby.
Learn more from the American Sexual Health Association: https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
Learn more from the American Sexual Health Association: https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
Looking to start the birth control convo with your partner? Try opening with something like: “Getting pregnant right now would interfere with our plans. If we don’t use birth control, the odds are not in our favor. Your thoughts?” For more tips, check out https://bit.ly/3LdqwpW
December 15, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Looking to start the birth control convo with your partner? Try opening with something like: “Getting pregnant right now would interfere with our plans. If we don’t use birth control, the odds are not in our favor. Your thoughts?” For more tips, check out https://bit.ly/3LdqwpW
Discussing PrEP can open the door to talking about #HIVtesting, treatment, and other prevention options. 💖Try this convo starter: “I spoke with my doctor about starting PrEP—it protects against HIV. Want to learn more together?” For more info, check out pleaseprepme.org
Please PrEP Me
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December 15, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Discussing PrEP can open the door to talking about #HIVtesting, treatment, and other prevention options. 💖Try this convo starter: “I spoke with my doctor about starting PrEP—it protects against HIV. Want to learn more together?” For more info, check out pleaseprepme.org
Talking about safer sex options with your partner can ease anxiety and boost intimacy. And when the words turn into safer sex actions, you can relax😌, connect😘, and fully enjoy the moment😏. Explore more healthy relationship tips: bit.ly/SexualHealthActionSteps
December 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Talking about safer sex options with your partner can ease anxiety and boost intimacy. And when the words turn into safer sex actions, you can relax😌, connect😘, and fully enjoy the moment😏. Explore more healthy relationship tips: bit.ly/SexualHealthActionSteps
Worried after having unprotected sex?😟 Consider talking it out with your partner. Express your feelings & make a plan to reduce risks. Try: “I’m worried about STIs since we didn’t use a condom. How do you feel about doxy PEP?” Get more ideas: https://bit.ly/3We0t4j
December 10, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Worried after having unprotected sex?😟 Consider talking it out with your partner. Express your feelings & make a plan to reduce risks. Try: “I’m worried about STIs since we didn’t use a condom. How do you feel about doxy PEP?” Get more ideas: https://bit.ly/3We0t4j
December is #SafeToysMonth! 🎁 Whether buying gifts or exploring new pleasure products, safety matters. Learn how to use and clean sex toys safely with Bedsider https://www.bedsider.org/features/1258-are-you-cleaning-your-sex-toys-wrong #SexualHealth
December 9, 2025 at 6:05 PM
December is #SafeToysMonth! 🎁 Whether buying gifts or exploring new pleasure products, safety matters. Learn how to use and clean sex toys safely with Bedsider https://www.bedsider.org/features/1258-are-you-cleaning-your-sex-toys-wrong #SexualHealth
Want to choose if and when you have children? Birth control allows you to do just that! There are many safe, effective, and easy-to-use methods to pick from.🌷 Check out @bedsider.bsky.social's birth control method explorer to find one that’s right for you: bedsider.org/birth-control
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December 8, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Want to choose if and when you have children? Birth control allows you to do just that! There are many safe, effective, and easy-to-use methods to pick from.🌷 Check out @bedsider.bsky.social's birth control method explorer to find one that’s right for you: bedsider.org/birth-control
Condoms can be a fun part of your safer sex toolkit! 🧰Let your partner know if you want to use one & then you can discuss different types, colors, and flavors. And, if they’re down, suggest a shopping trip together. 🛍️ For more tips, visit https://bit.ly/3KP8dqN
December 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Condoms can be a fun part of your safer sex toolkit! 🧰Let your partner know if you want to use one & then you can discuss different types, colors, and flavors. And, if they’re down, suggest a shopping trip together. 🛍️ For more tips, visit https://bit.ly/3KP8dqN
#DYK 90% of congenital syphilis cases are preventable with timely testing and treatment? To learn more, check out this new resource from the American Sexual Health Association https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
December 3, 2025 at 5:05 PM
#DYK 90% of congenital syphilis cases are preventable with timely testing and treatment? To learn more, check out this new resource from the American Sexual Health Association https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
Make safer sex talks less awkward, and way more fun. 💬🔥 Check out our Tawk Safety to Me card game for questions that range from sweet🍭 to spicy🌶️to spark the convo: https://owntheawk.org/play/tawk-safety-to-me/ #OwnTheAwk 🃏
Tawk Safety To Me - Own the Awk
Explore Gimme That Ask on Own the Awk! Play fun, meaningful games with friends or a partner on topics from relationships to intimacy.
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December 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Make safer sex talks less awkward, and way more fun. 💬🔥 Check out our Tawk Safety to Me card game for questions that range from sweet🍭 to spicy🌶️to spark the convo: https://owntheawk.org/play/tawk-safety-to-me/ #OwnTheAwk 🃏
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Check out @thencsh.bsky.social's Own the Awk for tips to turn awkward moments into meaningful connections and improve your love life. Access free scripts, videos, and digital card decks on sexual health and relationships at OwnTheAwk.org!
November 29, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Check out @thencsh.bsky.social's Own the Awk for tips to turn awkward moments into meaningful connections and improve your love life. Access free scripts, videos, and digital card decks on sexual health and relationships at OwnTheAwk.org!
Taking care of your sexual health is power. 💪 Talk with your provider about #HIV prevention options like #PrEP, #PEP, and condoms. Learn more: https://hivinfo.nih.gov/understanding-hiv/fact-sheets/basics-hiv-prevention #WorldAIDSDay #StopHIVTogether
The Basics of HIV Prevention | NIH
Get information on how to prevent the transmission of HIV. These steps can help protect yourself and others from HIV.
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December 1, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Taking care of your sexual health is power. 💪 Talk with your provider about #HIV prevention options like #PrEP, #PEP, and condoms. Learn more: https://hivinfo.nih.gov/understanding-hiv/fact-sheets/basics-hiv-prevention #WorldAIDSDay #StopHIVTogether
Today we unite to support people living with #HIV and remember those we’ve lost 🕊️. Together we can end the HIV epidemic. Learn more and get involved: https://www.hiv.gov/events/awareness-days/world-aids-day #WorldAIDSDay #StopHIVTogether
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December 1, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Today we unite to support people living with #HIV and remember those we’ve lost 🕊️. Together we can end the HIV epidemic. Learn more and get involved: https://www.hiv.gov/events/awareness-days/world-aids-day #WorldAIDSDay #StopHIVTogether
While giving thanks this year, don’t forget your sexual health! 🦃💖 Learn how to protect your body and strengthen your relationships with our Five Action Steps: https://fiveactionsteps.org/ #Thanksgiving #HealthyRelationships
November 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
While giving thanks this year, don’t forget your sexual health! 🦃💖 Learn how to protect your body and strengthen your relationships with our Five Action Steps: https://fiveactionsteps.org/ #Thanksgiving #HealthyRelationships
Gratitude starts with caring for yourself and your partner(s)! 💕 This Thanksgiving, make sexual health services part of your health care routine. Learn how with our Take Charge Guide: https://www.ncshguide.org/ #SexualHealth #Gratitude
November 26, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Gratitude starts with caring for yourself and your partner(s)! 💕 This Thanksgiving, make sexual health services part of your health care routine. Learn how with our Take Charge Guide: https://www.ncshguide.org/ #SexualHealth #Gratitude
Things can happen in the heat of the moment. If something goes wrong, you still have options to reduce risk:
💊 Doxy PEP for STIs
💊 PEP for HIV
💊 Emergency contraception for pregnancy
Take them ASAP after unprotected sex for best protection! Learn more: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
💊 Doxy PEP for STIs
💊 PEP for HIV
💊 Emergency contraception for pregnancy
Take them ASAP after unprotected sex for best protection! Learn more: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
Safer Sex Starts Here: Talk About Minimizing the Risks and Maximizing the Fun
Protect your health and reduce risks during intimacy with safer sex options like condoms, birth control, and more. Learn what works best for you and start the conversation.
owntheawk.org
November 25, 2025 at 6:10 PM
Things can happen in the heat of the moment. If something goes wrong, you still have options to reduce risk:
💊 Doxy PEP for STIs
💊 PEP for HIV
💊 Emergency contraception for pregnancy
Take them ASAP after unprotected sex for best protection! Learn more: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
💊 Doxy PEP for STIs
💊 PEP for HIV
💊 Emergency contraception for pregnancy
Take them ASAP after unprotected sex for best protection! Learn more: https://owntheawk.org/learn/safer-sex/
Whether it’s a casual fling or a serious relationship, it’s important to talk about safer sex before getting intimate for the first time. 💓 It’ll help ease your mind, protect your body, and make your sex life more pleasurable. Get some convo starters at: https://bit.ly/4qa37pu
November 24, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Whether it’s a casual fling or a serious relationship, it’s important to talk about safer sex before getting intimate for the first time. 💓 It’ll help ease your mind, protect your body, and make your sex life more pleasurable. Get some convo starters at: https://bit.ly/4qa37pu
Hot tip: vaccines are an important part of safer sex. 💉 They can help protect you from things like HPV, mpox, hepatitis A & B, and more. Staying up to date = protecting yourself and your partners. 💕Learn more about vaccines: https://bit.ly/3J4UdbU
Vaccines That Can Prevent STIs
One important prevention tool against sexually transmitted infections is vaccination. Currently, vaccines are available to protect against infection with HPV, hepatitis A and hepatitis B.
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November 21, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Hot tip: vaccines are an important part of safer sex. 💉 They can help protect you from things like HPV, mpox, hepatitis A & B, and more. Staying up to date = protecting yourself and your partners. 💕Learn more about vaccines: https://bit.ly/3J4UdbU
Testing, treatment, and safer sex are essential for preventing congenital syphilis. Learn more with this new resource from the American Sexual Health Association: https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
November 19, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Testing, treatment, and safer sex are essential for preventing congenital syphilis. Learn more with this new resource from the American Sexual Health Association: https://bit.ly/ASHACongenitalSyphilis
Fighting antimicrobial resistance takes all of us! 💪 Some STIs are getting harder to treat due to antimicrobial resistance. Protect yourself—use antibiotics and antifungals only when needed & practice safer sex. Learn more: bit.ly/49B38N7 #USAAW25
U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week (USAAW) Toolkit
Key messages, graphics, and toolkits for U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week.
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November 18, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Fighting antimicrobial resistance takes all of us! 💪 Some STIs are getting harder to treat due to antimicrobial resistance. Protect yourself—use antibiotics and antifungals only when needed & practice safer sex. Learn more: bit.ly/49B38N7 #USAAW25
#DYK that PrEP can cut your risk of getting HIV from sex by ~99%? PrEP is a medicine that is taken as a daily pill or a shot (either bimonthly or every 6 months). It can work for anyone who is HIV-negative. Talk with your health care provider & visit: https://bit.ly/4ohG22h
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
PrEP, or pre-exposure prophylaxis, is medicine people at risk for HIV take to prevent getting HIV from sex or inject...
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November 17, 2025 at 5:30 PM
#DYK that PrEP can cut your risk of getting HIV from sex by ~99%? PrEP is a medicine that is taken as a daily pill or a shot (either bimonthly or every 6 months). It can work for anyone who is HIV-negative. Talk with your health care provider & visit: https://bit.ly/4ohG22h
What is safer sex? It’s about picking options to protect your health while being intimate, like using condoms and/or birth control, opting for lower-risk sexual activities, getting vaccinated, taking meds to prevent STIs/HIV, & getting tested. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ahp4xH
November 14, 2025 at 6:40 PM
What is safer sex? It’s about picking options to protect your health while being intimate, like using condoms and/or birth control, opting for lower-risk sexual activities, getting vaccinated, taking meds to prevent STIs/HIV, & getting tested. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ahp4xH