The Fabulous Pharmacist: STIs are like any other infection — it's vital we reduce the shame

Our guest columnist Laura Dowling shines a spotlight on sexually transmitted infections and explains why people need to test themselves regularly

Laura Dowling. Picture: Moya Nolan

With sexually transmitted infections on the rise in Ireland, it’s time to get real about testing, especially when new easy, free and discreet services are available.

Figures from the Health Protection Surveillance Centre show that chlamydia, gonorrhoea, and genital herpes were the most prevalent infections in 2023.