[…]is just the most publicised. The LGBTQI+ community faced the HIV and AIDS epidemic back in the 80s and 90s and yet here we are a year on, missing four effective testing and treating methods. It is extremely disappointing, and we need to reopen services and start investing into specialised queer health […]
[…]of mental ill-health within the student population. The idea that “everyone is feeling anxious,” and that there is always someone worse off leads to a situation where there is a segment of the student population experiencing high level distress but not seeking help. You can get more information about USI’s work on mental health campaign […]
[…]Union (SU). It’s even less likely that you’ve thought about the Union of Students in Ireland (USI), the national representative body for students. But as soon as you register as a Freshman, you’ll be a member of your local SU and most likely a member of USI too. So, welcome to USI. USI has been in existence for over 50 years now and in that time it has represented millions of Irish citizens who have gone through third level education. Its primary aim is to ensure access to third level education for all Irish citizens who aspire to it. It […]
[…]who’s sexually active looks after their own sexual health. This means getting tested regularly, and using condoms and contraception to protect you from the risk of contracting an STI” This campaign is the only one of its kind and is set to reach over 30,000 students in third level at least.” Follow SHAG week on USI’s social media channels: Facebook: @USI.ie Instagram: usi.ie Twitter: @TheUSI Website: www.usi.ie To stay up to date, use hashtags: #SHAG19 #HSEMyOptions #SDG3 Notes: The Union of Students in Ireland represent over 374,000 students across the island of Ireland USI SHAG acronym […]
