Improving Access to Sexual Health Services with Health Innovation Wessex’s Nicky Smith and Sexual Health and HIV Service’s Rebecca Jones #6

“Women are 50% of the population, and over 50% of the population in Dorset. So this is a group that just deserves to have appropriate sexual health care.”  Your sexual health is about more than just having sex. It’s a broad, nuanced area, and we deserve access to services which are equally as complex and far-reaching.Dorset’s health programmes are tackling historic issues like contraceptive fittings, long wait times, insufficient education & outreach, and lack of access.That’s where the dedication of Nicky Smith and Rebecca Jones is making a REAL impact, creating services that work for every single woman in Dorset.Join us on ‘Speaking of Women’s Health’ as we break taboos, show how we’re reaching all communities, and share confidential, safe resources for reliable sexual health services.🔑 Key Themes- Expanding Access to Inclusive, Confidential Health Services- The Power of Education and Outreach- Addressing Myths and Cultural Barriers- Community Voices Shaping Our Services- Innovation and Ongoing Improvement🎯 Action Items for Listeners1. Visit the Our Dorset Women’s Health website for evidence-based health information. 2. Share the podcast and website with other women in the community. 3. Share your experiences and feedback through the Dorset Women’s Health online resource to help improve services4. Encourage ongoing conversations about women’s health - including men and family members - to help break down myths and support each other🔗 Connect with usNicky Smith, LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicky-smith-7120002bb/Marianne Storey, LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-storey-46938435/Anjali Mavi, LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/anjali-mavi-66a5a86/Dorset Women CIC Website:https://dorsetwomen.org.uk/Women’s Health Support in Dorset:https://ourdorset.org.uk/women/