CoSRH - College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare
Previously FSRH.
We are the largest UK professional membership organisation working at the heart of sexual and reproductive health, supporting healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.
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- Public Affairs & Policy Lead – Devolved Nations with @cosrh.org, the leader in the field of sexual and reproductive healthcare, driving their engagement and policy work in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland 📍Remote 💷 £36,955 – £38,509 pro-rata 📅21hpw, 12 month FTC tinyurl.com/3v5edstr #Policy
- A powerful Curia Health, Care, and Life Sciences Research Group women's health panel with chair @paulasherriff.bsky.social, Dame @anneliesedoddsmp.bsky.social MP, Dr Zahra Haider @cosrh.org, @mpsusanmurray.bsky.social, Diana Hill at Essential Parent, Janet Lindsay Wellbeing of Women and 1/2
- Updated UK Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (UKMEC) published @cosrh.org #pharmsky www.cosrh.org/Public/Publi...
- We're so proud to have successfully campaigned for abortion law reform in England and Wales, with our partners @bpas.bsky.social @cosrh.org @cosmopolitan.co.uk @evawuk.bsky.social @refugecharity.bsky.social 💙
- For the December @cosrh.org policy eBulletin, Katie Clark from @tht.org.uk sets out some of the highlights in the new HIV Action Plan for England: cosrh.org/Public/Publi...
- The December issue of the Sexual Health, Reproductive Health & HIV Policy eBulletin produced by @cosrh.org just landed - lots to explore! Policy developments, guidance, data, research, campaigns and lots of other news. mailchi.mp/cosrh/sexual...
- NEW: Sexual Health Sexual and reproductive health services across England recorded a 9% fall in contraception-related contacts last year @cosrh.org warned there is a "postcode lottery" in access to contraception services across the country 🔗: app.radarai.com
- 1/2 🧵 During our session this week on sexual health services in England, we heard from Dr Haider of @cosrh.org, who shared the story of a 55-year-old patient affected by fragmented care. Watch the clip below to hear her explain the real-life impact of these service gaps.
- The FSRH welcomes the DHSC's announcement of a world-first gonorrhoea vaccination programme, which will target those most at risk of infection and antibiotic resistance. Read more: fsrh.org/Public/Publi...
- We welcome the NHS 10-Year Health Plan and its bold shift to prevention, digital innovation and community care. These priorities mirror what our members are pioneering in Women’s Health Hubs across the UK. Time to turn ambition into action. 🔗 Read our response: www.fsrh.org//Public/News...
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- The @appgsrh.bsky.social have urged the NPCC to withdraw new police guidance on pregnancy loss, which they say risks fuelling criminalisation around reproductive health. The letter was supported by 45+ MPs & Peers and was sent ahead of the vote to decriminalise abortion. www.fsrh.org//Public/News...
- Last night, MPs voted to ensure women in England & Wales won't face criminalisation for having an abortion. This is a huge win for reproductive rights, and we're so proud to have been part of it @bpas.bsky.social @fsrh.org @cosmopolitan.co.uk @evawuk.bsky.social @refugecharity.bsky.social
- MPs have voted to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales, the biggest change to abortion law in over 50 years. This ends the threat of prosecution for those seeking essential care. Read our statement ⬇️ 🔗 bit.ly/4jVtTNV
- Yesterday our Officers @rupahuq.bsky.social, Baroness Barker, @mayaellismp.bsky.social, Baroness Sugg and 42 other Parliamentarians wrote to the Chief Constable to share their serious concerns with the recently released Guidance on Child Death Investigation. You can read it below 👇
- Our President, Dr Janet Barter, has co-authored an article for @bmj.com with Nicola Packer, @tonia-antoniazzi.bsky.social, The RCOG, & others to call for urgent reform to abortion law. MPs vote today on decriminalising abortion in England & Wales - a landmark moment. 🔗 doi.org/10.1136/bmj....
- We were at Westminster yesterday with @bpas.bsky.social, @cosmopolitan.co.uk, @fsrh.org & RCOG to speak to MPs about amendment NC1, which would stop the criminalisation of women ending their own pregnancies. It’s due to be voted on today 💪 We’ll bring you the result as soon as we have it.
- A proposed amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill would require an in-person consultation prior to accessing an at-home abortion, pushing care out of reach for too many. We urge MPs to reject it and protect access to safe abortion care. bit.ly/4n7Tbvd
- Wellbeing of Women (WoW) and @fsrh.org are once again funding a research project in sexual and reproductive healthcare. Apply by 7th July. www.fsrh.org/Public/News/...
- Earlier this year, a nationwide initiative overseen by NHS England was launched to ensure that doctors, educators, patients & NHS leaders can shape medical training for the future. We responded to the call for evidence, which will form part of the Review’s evidence base. www.fsrh.org//Public/News...
- A landmark vote is coming: MPs will decide whether to decriminalise abortion in England & Wales. Tell your MP to support amendment NC1 this International Day of Action for Women’s Health! #DecriminaliseAbortion (Link in the caption below 👇)
- A vote is taking place in June on an amendment which, if passed, would reform our Victorian abortion laws, decriminalising anyone ending their own pregnancy, and stop people facing investigations. ✉️ Write to your MP and urge them to support it: www.msichoices.org/get-involved...
- 'Isn't abortion legal in the UK?' With @louknightsmccudden.bsky.social, Head of External Affairs at MSI UK, @cosmopolitan.co.uk breaks down what the law says, what the NC1 amendment would change, and why we need to reform abortion law. Read it here: www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/reports/a...
- We stand with RCOG in expressing concern over the Police Chief's guidance on child death investigations. This guidance leaves women vulnerable to investigation after pregnancy loss & at risk of criminalisation for using abortion medication. #DecriminaliseAbortion 🔗 www.rcog.org.uk/news/rcog-ra...
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- MPs are expected to vote on a historic amendment to decriminalise abortion in England and Wales this summer. The FSRH urges MPs to back the amendment laid today by @tonia-antoniazzi.bsky.social and protect women from traumatic criminal investigations. www.fsrh.org/Public/News/...
- 'Not one of Scotland’s 14 regional health boards provide abortion care after 20 weeks except in the specific cases of foetal abnormality or threat to a woman’s life.' Through the Hatfield Vision, we continue to support clinicians and policymakers in strengthening abortion care.
- “This is tremendous news and something we’ve long been calling for." Read the full quote from FSRH President, Dr Janet Barter, here.
- We warmly welcomes the Government announcement that emergency contraception (EC) will be made available free of charge from community pharmacies in England from now on. This is a vital step in removing cost and access barriers that have long prevented many women from obtaining the care they need.
- Important to consider that if a guideline is not followed you may be able to use a defence that there are a reasonable number of clinicians that would have made the same decision. #HIVMasterclass2025 @bashhuk.bsky.social @fsrh.org @bhiva.bsky.social
- Today is our joint conference with @fsrh.org we started with a powerful call for advocacy and collaboration from our Presidents - Professor Matt Phillips and Dr Janet Barter - right now being an advocate is a crucial part of the job in sexual health 🙌🏻
- Great to read this piece from @rupahuq.bsky.social (my former MP, only b/c of ward boundary changes) in the latest @fsrh.org newsletter. I don't think I knew about this report but this is what I want to do: "..Reducing Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health Inequalities" www.fsrh.org/Public/Blogs...
- Our President, Dr Janet Barter, commented, "This innovation has the potential to be convenient option for individuals in low-resource settings, where access to contraception and healthcare services can be limited".
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- Today the Government announced ‘major reforms’ to NHS England, in that it will be brought back into the Department of Health and Social Care. The reforms aim to deliver a more ‘efficient, leaner centre’ while delivering ‘significant savings.’ Read more 👇
- The Faculty’s Climate and Health Conference 2025 is taking place on 9 May in London. We are welcoming poster abstract submissions until Monday 7 April! Visit our website for more information, a draft agenda, and to book your place. www.fph.org.uk/events-cours...
- Over 50 leaders and representatives from healthcare, public health, and the charity sector convened for the FSRH Hatfield Vision Taskforce meeting to discuss the critical issues shaping the future of sexual and reproductive healthcare (SRH). 👉Read more: www.fsrh.org/Public/News/...
- In response to the recent study published in the BMJ by Yonis et al., we have published a statement about stroke and myocardial infarction with contemporary hormonal contraception. Find further information👇
- Help shape the future of #PCOS research in the UK. PCOS impacts 1 in 8 women & AFAB people. Whether your experience with PCOS symptoms or managing health outcomes like fertility or metabolic issues, Cardiff University & @veritypcos.bsky.social need your input to help shape research priorities.
- We welcome the release of Northern Ireland’s annual abortion figures prepared by the Statistics & Research Agency for the Department of Health. During 2023–2024, 2,792 abortions were carried out – a rise of 28.8% on the previous year when 2,168 abortions took place. 🔗 www.fsrh.org//Public/News...
- We have published a statement about glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) agonists and oral contraception. We have also produced an information leaflet for clinicians to share with patients, which can be found in the statement.
- We're excited to share that the BASHH X FSRH Joint Conference is taking place on the 26th March. Save the date for this excellent online event combining expertise on the latest advancements and research in sexual and reproductive health and HIV. Book now: buff.ly/3WZJTWJ
