OH MY GOSHH!

In this month's Podcast we will be chatting with our manager Ann, who is retiring shortly. Ann tells us about her time her time at GOSHH, whilst sharing some fond memories along the way. We hear how GOSHH has changed and evolved over the last number of years.

This months episode comes with a trigger warning. We are talking about the recent violent murder of a trans person and also the string of violent attacks on LGBTI+ people in the world and how that is affecting us. We would encourage you to listen but also to mind yourself as you listen. If you feel you need support you can find us on www.goshh.ie and you can find other supoports on https://www2.hse.ie/mental-health/

In this month's Podcast we will be discussing the idea of ‘New Year, New Me'. We discuss how often there can be pressures put on people to make changes once the clock strikes 12! We chat about how there can often be strong messaging for immediate change and resolution, whilst recognising that it is important to be gentle with yourself.

In this month's podcast we will be having a chat about GOSHH over the past year. There will be an interview with one of our receptionist, Róisín Ó'Connor . A special thanks to everyone who has listened to the Podcast over the past year. If you need help or support during the Christmas period, please click the link below. GOSHH will re-open January 03. Happy Christmas! https://www.hse.ie/eng/services/list/4/mental-health-services/connecting-for-life/strategy-implementation/local-action-plans/cfl-midwest-christmas-2022.pdf

In this months podcast we will be sitting down with our Personal Support/ Know Now Worker, Ann Piercy who will be chatting about World AIDS Day! World AIDS Day is on December 1st of each year. This years theme of World AIDS Day is equalize. The World Health Organization is calling on leaders and people around the world to strongly recognize and take action towards the inequalities which are holding back progress in ending AIDS; and equalise access to essential HIV services. If you need help or support, please call 061 314354 or email info@goshh.ie.

Welcome to season 3 of the Oh My GOSHH podcast! In this month's podcast we are having a discussion around finding safe places in school/college and sharing some coping mechanisms. We will be saying a farewell to our Outreach Worker, Eóin who was a one of the presenter on the podcast. There is an interview with Our Health Promotion Worker, Erica Noonan and we have will be sharing some knowledge around SH24 and information on how you can avail of the Monkey Pox vaccine.

Welcome to the last episode of this season's Oh My GOSHH podcast. In this months podcast we chat about the post pride feeling, what it is to be queer and have a chat about Allies. There are interviews with staff members including our Operations Manager, Cillian Flynn, and our Gender and Orientation Support Worker, Patrick McElligott. We also have some more facts and information in the areas of Gender, Orientation, Sexual Health and HIV as well as answer questions from our listeners. We mention The museum for everyone which can be seen at https://www.museumofeveryone.com/about-us/moe-team/about-the-curator and we also talk about the Irish quilt, you can find more information about this at https://projectartscentre.ie/activearchive/irish-names-quilt/

Welcome to the 5th episode of our new season of the Oh MY GOSHH podcast. In this months podcast we are having a discussion about labels. There are interviews with other staff members including our Personal Support Worker, Martina McKnight and our Sexual Health Project Worker, Grainne Woulfe and we have some more facts and information in the areas of Gender, Orientation, Sexual Health and HIV.

Welcome to the 4th episode of our new season of the Oh MY GOSHH podcast. This month we are having a chat about gender. There are interviews with more staff members including our Gender and Orientation Worker, Shauna Moloney and our Community Development Worker, Karina Murray and we have our usual segment in the areas of Gender, Orientation, Sexual Health and HIV.

Welcome to the 3rd episode of our new season of the Oh MY GOSHH podcast. In this months podcast we are having a discussion around consent. There are interviews with other staff members including our Youth Worker, Jessica Curtin and our Outreach Worker, Eoin Burke and we have some more facts and information in the areas of Gender, Orientation, Sexual Health and HIV. We also mention some other resources that you can find below. Information regarding support and active consent training. https://www.consenthub.ie/ https://rapecrisis.ie/about-us

Welcome to the 2nd episode of our new season of the Oh MY GOSHH podcast. This time around we are talking about all things asexuality and find ourselves looking at orientation in a broader sense. We will also meet some other staff members, including our Youth Worker, Edel Mitchell, and our Receptionist, Sarah Curtin. We have a new section looking at information in the areas of Gender, Orientation, Sexual Health and HIV. You can find more information about GOSHH on www.GOSHH.ie

Welcome to the Oh MY GOSHH podcast, we have a new format with some changes. There are new hosts; Eoin, Jessica and Patrick. We will also meet some other staff members, including our Manager, Ann Mason, and our Personal Support Worker, Ann Piercy, as well as some facts and questions. Join us as we find out way in the world of podcasting. You can find more information about GOSHH on www.GOSHH.ie

In this episode I spoke with Personal support worker Ann Piercy, Ann spoke about PREP, who is eligible for it and some frequently asked questions. To find out more about PREP click on the links below or speak to Ann at Personalsupport@goshh.ie https://goshh.ie/prep/ https://www.sexualwellbeing.ie/sexual-health/prep/

The HSE has confirmed a national outbreak of early infectious syphilis (EIS) in Ireland. The HSE has said that the majority of cases are reported in males but there is an increase in female cases and in heterosexual transmission. In this episode Ann spoke to me about the STI Syphilis, symptoms, and how to get tested. GOSHH provides free rapid testing for HIV, SYPHILIS, and Hepatitis C. To find out more about testing at GOSHH personalsupport@goshh.ie operations@goshh.ie 061 314354

In this episode I spoke with youth workers Edel and Jessica about their roles in GOSHH and a little bit about Pride. We spoke briefly about the history of Pride and the flags meaning! GOSHH is holding a number of events to celebrate pride! See the links below to find out more. GOSHH Information webinar:under 18 https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/goshh-information-webinar-tickets-160181259459 Adult Flag Webinar: Over 18 https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/adult-flag-webinar-tickets-160208831929?aff=erelpanelorg Youth Pride quiz: under 18 https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/youth-pride-quiz-tickets-160211269219?aff=erelpanelorg Limerick Pride rainbow walk Date:Sunday 11th of July Time:10:00am Location: Jack Mondays Coffee shop The three bridges 3.6km lopped walk For more information contact communitydev@goshh.ie For support at GOSHH youthworker@goshh.ie Youth@goshh.ie

In this episode I spoke with Dr. Mari Gleeson who works at the Limerick family Planning clinic. Dr. Gleeson spoke about the many methods of contraception available today , along with common myths and facts about contraception. There are many methods of contraception available to women and men. It's important to choose contraception that fits your situation and lifestyle. It's always a good idea to discuss your contraceptive choices with your GP, as you may need to experiment to find what works best for you. The Pill: There is newer advice now on how to take the Pill, Click on the link below to view an information sheet on why and how . If you are interested you should talk to your doctor nurse or a pharmacist . https://www.letstalkaboutit.nhs.uk/media/1314/continuous-combined-pill-taking.pdf The website below is great for information on contraceptive choices also and STIs. https://www.sexualwellbeing.ie/ To contact Limerick Family Planning Clinic see details below https://www.limerickfamilyplanning.ie/ (061) 312 026 Limerick Family Planning Clinic 27 Mallow Street Limerick V94 X8KC GOSHH offers workshops with a presentation of the different methods of contraception available and how they are used. It also examines the advantages and disadvantages of using different contraceptives. To find out more contact info@goshh.ie or Healthpromotion@goshh.ie

Today I spoke with Clinical Sexologist and Art Psychotherapist Emily Power Smith. Emily spoke to me about Menopause and Sexual Pleasure. Emily spoke about the many areas to consider around the menopause, including symptoms, treatment, diet and nutrition and emotional and psychological wellbeing. However our focus was sexual wellbeing in menopause. For more information visit · Emily Power Smith, Clinical Sexologist and Art Psychotherapist https://www.empowersme.com/; · For more information on the Wellness Warrior click on the following link: https://www.wellnesswarrior.ie/ https://www.wellnesswarrior.ie/news/sexual-health-and-pleasure-in-menopause All Podcast recordings are currently being carried out over zoom adhering to Covid 19 guidelines.

In this episode I spoke with Laura  Charleton who is the MISV Vice President Academic Officer at Mary Immaculate College in Limerick. Mary I is celebrating their Sexual Health Awareness week from the 9th -19th of November. Laura had some questions for me about the service GOSHH offers and most importantly frequently asked Sexual Health Questions from the students of Mary I. S.H.A.G. Week! For those who don't know what the word 'shag' means – S.H.A.G. week stands for Sexual Health and Guidance Week. SHAG is a campaign run in colleges across the country to promote a safe and responsible attitude to sex.  To view the video of this conversation go on to maryistudentunion instagram page ! over 1000 students have viewed this video so far! STI's: https://goshh.ie/sti-information-2/stis-2/ Useful Contact: https://goshh.ie/sti-information-2/useful-contacts-2/ If you would like to avail of any GOSHH's services mentioned in the podcast please contact GOSHH at info@goshh.ie  Phone: 061 314354 www.goshh.ie GOSHH Redwood Place, 18 Davis Street, Limerick, Ireland Confidential Helpline: 061 316661 All Podcast recordings are currently being carried out over zoom adhering to Covid 19 guidelines.

In this episode I spoke with Infectious Disease Specialist Dr.Sarah O'Connell who is a consultant currently working in the STI/HIV Clinic in Limerick University Hospital. Sarah spoke about her role in the Hospital along with commonly asked questions about the clinic , STI's and HIV. Sexual Health Screening and Procedure : https://goshh.ie/sti-information-2/screening-2/ European Testing Week: https://goshh.ie/wad/ GOSHH currently provides rapid tests for both HIV and Hepatitis C. These tests are available free to everyone https://goshh.ie/rapidtesting/ Tel: 061 314354 E-mail: info@goshh.ie Confidential Helpline: 061 316661 Limerick University Hospital Address: St Nessan's Rd, Dooradoyle, Co. Limerick, V94 F858 Phone: (061) 301 111 Limerick STI Clinic | HIV Services Ireland http://www.hivservices.ie/directory/listing/limerick-sti-clinic All Podcast recordings are currently being carried out over zoom adhering to Covid 19 guidelines.

In this Episode I spoke with Ann Piercy who is a Personal Support Worker working for GOSHH. Ann educated me about World Aids day and what it represents along with simplifying HIV.  Ann also spoke about the testing process  at GOSHH and  about the support she offers for people living with HIV. For more information on World Aids Day https://goshh.ie/wad/ For more information on HIV  https://goshh.ie/hivinfo/living-with-hiv-2/ For more information on Testing https://goshh.ie/rapidtesting In order to get a rapid test you can visit the office on Davis Street to make an appointment with a member of staff, email support@goshh.ie or ring 061 314354 during office opening hours. All Podcast recordings are currently being carried out over zoom adhering to Covid 19 guidelines.

In this Episode I spoke with Cynthia about her Personal experience with Hepatitis C. We discussed definitions, transmission, symptoms, treatment and testing. For more information on Hepatitis C https://goshh.ie/sti-information-2/stis-2/hepatitis-information-2/ To book a test contact info@goshh.ie call GOSHH 061314354 All Podcast recordings are currently being carried out over zoom adhering to Covid 19 guidelines.

Hello and welcome to the OH MY GOSHH Podcast! We will be covering topics in the areas of Gender, Orientation, Sexual Health and HIV. GOSHH is a charity which provides a safe, confidential, welcoming environment for everyone we work with. Our office is based in Limerick City and we work throughout the counties of Limerick, Clare, and North Tipperary. We provide prevention, care and support services relating to LGBT, HIV/AIDS and Sexual Health. All Podcast recordings are currently being carried out over zoom adhering to Covid 19 guidelines. Zoom Video Communications provides videoconferencing and online chat services through a cloud based peer to peer software platform and is used for teleconferencing, telecommuting, distance education and social relations.