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A person sits on the sofa and reads a book called Still straight.
18.11.2022

And other men who have sex with men 

Throughout my career at Hivpoint, I have done sexual health work targeted at men who have sex with men. When I came to work at Hivpoint 15 years ago (at the time AIDS Council), I learne...
Ammattilainen tekee hiv-testiä asiakkaalle.
7.11.2022

“Let´s have the knowledge and not fear!”

The writer of this blog post is Hivpoint´s Health Buddy 2022. The Health Buddies are Hivpoint´s advocates who spread knowledge about sexual health, including HIV and sexually transmitte...
Two persons sitting next to table. One takes a sample from the other ones mouth.
4.11.2022

Sexual practices need to be talked about when testing for STIs 

According to a study done by Hivpoint in October 2022, testing for STIs is often deficient in healthcare. Inadequate testing does not apply to clinics specializing in STIs but happens i...
Six persons standing and looking into camera.
2.11.2022

Cooperation with the City of Helsinki was a success – 700 people received the monkeypox vaccine at Hivpoint!

At Hivpoint, we were delighted when monkeypox vaccinations for those at risk of infection were finally allowed to start on Tuesday, October 11. There had been  a lot of inquiries a...
There is a person who is holding a pill between fingers.
20.10.2022

Is there enough knowledge about the use of prep?

The use of prep medication is recommended for people at risk of HIV infection (THL and WHO). In Finland, Hivpoint has been a key provider of prep information, offering prep advice to th...
Edessä rokotepullo ja -neula, taustalla suojamaski ja lisää pulloja
11.10.2022

City of Helsinki to start monkeypox vaccinations – vaccinations also available at Hivpoint

The City of Helsinki will start free monkeypox vaccinations for people most at risk of being infected with monkeypox. In Helsinki, vaccinations are available at Hivpoint in Kalasatama a...
Two persons hugging and smiling.
27.9.2022

A survey about hiv and other STIs for migrant women: the results

In May-June 2022, Hivpoint carried out a survey aimed at migrant women. The purpose of the survey was to identify the needs related to the prevention of HIV and other sexually transmitt...
Henkilö katsoo suoraan katsojaan etusormi ylhäällä. Kuvassa lukee teksti ehkäise, testaa, hoida, nauti! Julkaistu miesten välinen seksi, hiv ja muut seksitaudit -kyselyn artikkelissa.
23.9.2022

A total of 117 people responded to the survey about male-to-male sex, HIV and other sexually transmitted infections 

Hivpoint's survey of men who have sex with men gathered 117 responses in June. Thank you to everyone who responded! 20 respondents participated in the competition, which was attached to...
Two persons behind a table. One of the two persons is holding the others finger and holding a small yellow device against the finger. On the table there are three small bottles.
9.9.2022

We are looking for models for a photoshoot!

We are looking for a wide variety of models with different appearances and ages for photos to be used in Hivpoint's sexual health work materials. The materials present situations relate...
Gloves covered hands holding sample tubes labelled with a text: monkeypox virus. Official form papers in the background.
1.9.2022

“It was distressing not knowing what symptoms would appear next” – Experiences on getting monkeypox infection

A person who got monkeypox infection gave an interview to Hivpoint. In this story, he tells how the disease progressed in his case and how the treatment was carried out in healthcare. ...
In the picture there are two persons in a councelling situation.
4.8.2022

Hivpoint’s HIV testing and counselling services are open

Hivpoint's  rapid HIV testing and counselling services are open from 8th of August. HIV testing service is open on Mondays from 12.00-4.00 pm and on Thursdays between 2.00-6.00 pm. Re...
Norwegian flag and text Volunteer in Oslo and Health Buddy in Helsinki
20.7.2022

Volunteer work in Helsinki and Oslo:”Sex should be fun and safe!”

The writer of this blog post is Hivpoint´s Health Buddy 2022. The Health Buddies are Hivpoint´s advocates who spread knowledge about sexual health, including HIV and sexually transmitte...