Sexual Health Malta

12/02/2026

💕This Valentine’s, show yourself some love with our Sexual Health Self‑Care Kit.
From protection to consent, hydration and check-ins. Prioritise your wellbeing and make every moment safer, smarter, and more connected 💏

🔗Learn more at s*xualhealth.gov.mt

05/02/2026

PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) can help prevent HIV after possible contact, BUT timing is critical.

PEP must be started within 72 hours and is taken for 28 days, following a medical assessment.

If you think you may have been exposed to HIV, seek care immediately.
For emergencies, go to the Emergency Department or call 1400.

For information and guidance, call 21 231 231 or visit s*xualhealth.gov.mt.

03/02/2026

PrEP is a highly effective option for HIV prevention and is now available free of charge in Malta.

PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is medication taken before possible exposure to HIV. When taken exactly as prescribed, it significantly reduces the risk of HIV infection.

PrEP must be taken as directed by a doctor, with regular follow-up appointments to ensure it remains safe and effective. PrEP protects only against HIV — condom use and regular testing remain essential.

To access free PrEP, contact the GU Clinic for a medical assessment. If PrEP is prescribed, you can collect a one-month supply, free of charge, from designated public pharmacy dispensaries. Ongoing supply requires renewal through scheduled follow-up appointments.

• Paola Health Centre Pharmacy
• Floriana Health Centre Pharmacy
• Mater Dei Hospital Pharmacy
• Gozo General Hospital Pharmacy

Ongoing supply requires renewal through scheduled follow-up appointments.

📞 21 231 231
🌐 s*xualhealth.gov.mt

PrEP yourself.

02/02/2026

PrEP and PEP are now available free of charge in Malta.

PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) helps protect before possible contact with HIV.
PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) helps protect after possible contact with HIV and must be started as soon as possible, not later than 72 hours.

Both PrEP and PEP are provided following medical assessment, as part of public healthcare services.

PrEP and PEP protect only against HIV.
Condom use and regular testing remain essential.

📞 For information or appointments: 21 231 231
🌐 s*xualhealth.gov.mt

PrEP yourself. PEP in time.

01/02/2026

PEP in Time. PEP is available free of charge in Malta.

PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis) is medication taken after possible exposure to HIV and must be started as soon as possible, not later than 72 hours.

Where can you get PEP?

• Consensual s*xual exposure:
Visit your nearest Health Centre for assessment and PEP if indicated.
📞 21 231 231

• Sexual assault:
Go immediately to the Emergency Department for urgent care, PEP, and support services.
📞 1400

• Occupational exposure:
Contact your Infection Control Team, who will assess the exposure and arrange PEP if needed.

PEP protects ONLY against HIV. Condoms and regular testing remain essential.

PEP in time.

31/01/2026

PrEP is now available free of charge in Malta.

To access PrEP, contact the GU Clinic to undergo a medical assessment and obtain a PrEP prescription.

If you have a valid PrEP prescription, you may collect a one-month supply only, free of charge, from one of the following public pharmacy dispensaries:

• Paola Health Centre Pharmacy
• Floriana Health Centre Pharmacy
• Mater Dei Hospital Pharmacy
• Gozo General Hospital Pharmacy

PrEP prescriptions must be renewed through a follow-up appointment at the GU Clinic to ensure safe and continued use.

PrEP is highly effective in preventing HIV when taken as prescribed.
It protects ONLY against HIV — condoms and regular testing remain essential.

📞 For more information or to book an appointment: 2545 7494/1
🌐 s*xualhealth.gov.mt

PrEP yourself.

📞 For more information: 21 231 231
🌐 s*xualhealth.gov.mt

PrEP yourself.

31/01/2026

🛡️ PrEP & PEP are now FREE in Malta! 🛡️

Protect yourself with proven HIV prevention options:

🔹 PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)
Helps protect you from HIV before possible exposure.

🔹 PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)
Can significantly reduce the risk of HIV if taken within 72 hours after possible exposure.

💊 Both medications are available FREE of charge with a prescription from a GU specialist.

👉 For more information, visit: s*xualhealth.gov.mt

30/01/2026

29/01/2026

PrEP & PEP are now FREE

PrEP - Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis - helps protect you from HIV before possible exposure.
PEP - Post Exposure Prophylaxis - can reduce the risk of HIV if taken within 72 hours after possible exposure.

Both medications are available FREE of charge with a prescription from a GU specialist.

👉 For more information, visit

to our website, a space dedicated to providing accurate and up-to-date information on all things related to s*x, contraception s*xually transmitted infections and relationships. This website is a safe and non-judgmental space for you to explore and learn.

22/01/2026

🇲🇹 Ejja nitkellmu… Klamidja u Gonorrea 💬
🧪 Dawn l-infezzjonijiet ħafna drabi ma jkollhom l-ebda sintomi, iżda xorta jistgħu jinxterdu permezz ta’ sess orali, vaġinali u a**li. L-ittestjar isir fi ftit ħin u r-riżultati jibqgħu kunfidenzjali. Li tittestja lilek innifsek regolarment huwa parti mill-mod ta’ kif tieħu ħsieb tiegħek innifsek, u jirrifletti sens ta’ responsabbiltà ✨
🇬🇧 Let’s talk . . . Chlamydia & Gonorrhoea 💬
🧪 These infections often have no symptoms, but they can still be passed through oral, vaginal, and a**l s*x. Testing is quick and confidential. Regular testing is a form of self-care and an act of responsibility ✨

14/01/2026

🇲🇹 Ejja nitkellmu…💬
Wara l-festi u l-gost, agħmel għażliet għaqlin: Agħmel it-test għall-STIs/HIV

Għandek tittestja għall-STIs mhux biss meta jkun hemm xi sintomi. L-ittestjar huwa prattika għaqlija u responsabbli li għandek teħodha bħala drawwa jekk inti sesswalment attiv. Kemm jekk qed tibda relazzjoni esklussiva ġdida, kellek sess mhux protett ma’ sieħeb/sieħba ġdid/a, stajt kont espost għal STI/HIV, kont f’kuntatt ma’ xi ħadd li dan l-aħħar ġie djanjostikat b’STI/HIV, qsamt tagħmir
għall-użu tad-droga, jew trid skrinjar ta’ rutina. Li tagħmel test huwa essenzjali għas-saħħa tiegħek u għal saħħet ħaddieħor.

🧪Tipi ta’ testijiet għall-STIs*:
- Swabs
- Testijiet tal-awrina
- Testijiet tad-demm
- Eżami fiżiku
- Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) isir fi klinika u kapaċi jidentifika l-HIV kmieni (6–8 ġimgħat wara esponiment potenzjali). Ir-riżultati joħorġu f’madwar 20 minuta
- Kits għall-awtotestjar tal-HIV (HIV self-test kits) isir id-dar u għal riżultati preċiżi, idealment tistenna 12-il ġimgħa wara esponiment potenzjali għall-HIV biex tagħmlu. Ir-riżultati joħorġu f’madwar kwarta. Dawn il-kits huma disponibbli fl-ispiżeriji lokali u f’ċerti NGOs. Ikun aħjar jekk it-test isir ma’ ħabib/a li tafda bħala sors ta’ appoġġ. Riżultati pożittivi jeħtieġu konferma mill-GU Clinic.

Biex tittestja għall-STIs ikkuntattja:
📞Health & Wellbeing Clinic: 21231 231
📞GU Clinic: 2545 7491/4
Għal aktar informazzjoni dwar l-STIs:
🌐Żur s*xualhealth.gov.mt
📧E-mail: s*xualhealthmalta.hpdp@gov.mt
🇬🇧 Let’s talk . . . 💬
After the festive fun, play smart: Get tested for STIs/HIV

STI testing is not just for when symptoms appear — it’s a wise and responsible habit for anyone s*xually active. Whether you’re beginning a new exclusive relationship, have had unprotected s*x with a new partner, may have been exposed to an STI/HIV, have been in contact with someone recently diagnosed with an STI/HIV, have shared drug-use equipment, or want routine screening. Getting tested is essential for your health and the health of others.

🧪Types of STI tests*:
- Swabs
- Urine tests
- Blood tests
- Physical examination
- Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) is offered at clinics, can detect HIV early (6-8 weeks after possible exposure), and gives results in 20 minutes.
- HIV self-test kits are home-based and are to be used 12 weeks after potential HIV exposure. Results take 15 minutes, and they are available at local pharmacies and some NGOs. Ideally, they are done with a trusted friend for support. Positive results need to be confirmed at the GU Clinic.

For STIs testing contact:
📞Health & Wellbeing Clinic: 21231 231
📞GU Clinic: 2545 7491/4
For more information on STIs:
🌐Visit s*xualhealth.gov.mt
📧E-mail: s*xualhealthmalta.hpdp@gov.mt