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Experts say both health care professionals and the public should consider the sexual health needs of older people.

The UK has just introduced the world’s first national programme offering a vaccine to help protect against gonorrhoea. This coincides with increasing rates of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) including antibiotic-resistant strains of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, particularly among gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men.

Even after more than three decades of global efforts to promote inclusive sexual and reproductive health policies, many women with disabilities in Africa still face serious challenges. Their rights are often overlooked, and they have limited access to contraception and other essential services.

Antibiotic-resistant strains of the infection are on the rise

The programme is targeted to those most at risk and could prevent up to 100,000 cases.

Last week, organisations from Australia’s online industries submitted a final draft of new industry codes aimed at protecting children from “age-inappropriate content” to the eSafety commissioner.

Vaccines that work need systems that work. Britain’s starved services must be supported to reach those most at risk, says researcher Benjamin Weil

Experts have outlined some of the key signs of gonorrhoea to look for and some of the treatment options available

Not all patients experience symptoms, but some common signs include burning pain when you pee and fluid or discharge from the genitals.

It is hoped the programme will help tackle rising rates of the infection, including cases that are resistant to antibiotics.

The British Medical Association claims this would break patient confidentiality and would risk losing the trust of minors who seek help for their sexual health