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Never underestimate peace of mind (syphilis)

Published: 
HPA, February 2008.
This is a reprint of Never underestimate peace of mind (syphilis), August 2004.

Description:
This leaflet explains what syphilis is and how it can be contracted through several forms of intimate contact including kissing, unprotected sex or genital contact. It explains what the possible symptoms may be like, as half of the people infected with this infection show no symptoms at all. It explains how syphilis is diagnosed and treated and how to protect yourself against catching it. Details of the four Genito Urinary Medicine (GUM) Clinics in Northern Ireland are included in the leaflet together with an explanation of the services provided by them.

Format:
55mm x 95mm, 8 pages, leaflet.
Other formats:
PDF available here (1,220kb).
Target group:
18 to 30 year olds.
Available from:
These leaflets are available from poster display units which have been placed in the toilet areas of a range of pubs and clubs throughout Northern Ireland. The leaflet may also be available from Central Health Promotion Resource Services.
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