HALLOWEEN might be a time of spooky ghosts and ghouls, but the organisation running sexual health services in Worcestershire is reminding people not to lose sight of the importance of safe sex.

Worcestershire Health and Care Trust’s sexual health team has released a series of three Halloween-themed posters with messages such as: ‘Don’t let your past come back to haunt you’, and ‘No matter how you are dressed this Halloween, wear a condom’.

The trust’s health promotion specialist Kate Wilson said it was hoped the presenting a serious issue in a light-hearted way would help get the message across.

“In a sexual context this means ensuring that every sexual encounter is as safe, both physically and emotionally, as it can be,” she said.

“If someone does want to talk about any aspect of sexual health, including contraception options, relationships or sexually transmitted infection testing they are encouraged to visit a local service.”

The posters are on displays in schools, colleges, pubs and cafes across the county.

For more information on safe sex call 0800 783 2936 or visit www.playinitsafe.co.uk.