That’s why this Sexual Health Week 2026 (14-20 September 2026) Kent County Council (KCC) is highlighting that residents can find trusted sexual health advice, and order free home testing kits for STIs, via our website at www.kent.gov.uk/sexualhealth
Run by Brook, this year's Sexual Health Week is focused on human connection.
The ‘Let’s Connect’ theme includes ensuring partners are informed about the choices available and can decide together what works best for them.
Every relationship is different. For advice about relationships visit www.kent.gov.uk/sexualhealth.
Condoms
If condoms are used correctly they will protect you against pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
You can get free condoms at any of our clinics.
There are also other types of contraception to offer you choice and protection – short term and longer term. Find out more at www.kent.gov.uk/contraception
Free STI testing kits
Being sexually active increases your risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection. The more partners you have, the higher the risk of getting an STI.
If you are worried that you may have put yourself at risk of an STI after unprotected sex, it is important and easy to get tested. You may not have any symptoms but you could still pass on an STI to someone else
A network of 11 sexual health clinics cover Kent. Many of the county’s pharmacies also offer sexual health advice and some treatments.
- find a clinic
- find the best service for you
- if you are aged 16 or over, order a test to do at home
“We’ve got a whole range of excellent sexual health services in Kent”
KCC’s Director of Public Health, Professor Anjan Ghosh, said: “Sexual health is really important – it’s just like any other aspect of health. If you are sexually active it is good to get tested for sexually transmitted infection on a yearly basis.
"We’ve got a whole range of excellent sexual health services in Kent. They’re free and confidential – simply visit www.kent.gov.uk/sexualhealth for support that meets your needs.”
“...regular testing helps keeps you, and those you're closest to, safe”
Kent County Council's Cabinet Member for Environment, Coastal Regeneration and Public Health, Jamie Henderson, said:"Getting your sexual health checked out has never been easier. There's lots of choice and every option is confidential and convenient. Most importantly, regular testing helps keeps you, and those you're closest to, safe."
