Sexual Health

It is important you use contraception when you have sex. Condoms provide protection from sexually

transmitted diseases and infections, and also prevent unwanted  

pregnancies. Condoms are available free of charge from most GPs,

family

planning clinics and health visitors. You can also buy them in many  

supermarkets and pharmacies.

If you would like to discuss your options in confidence, you can book

an appointment at your doctor's surgery or sexual heath clinic, or by

calling NHS Direct on 0845 4647. Click here to find your nearest sexual

health clinic.

You can also get emergency contraception from your GP or sexual

health clinic. This is sometimes referred to as the ‘morning after pill'.

This is only to prevent pregnancy. It does not protect you from  

sexually transmitted diseases or infections. If you think you have a

sexually transmitted disease or infection you should get it checked

immediately. You can book an appointment at your sexual health clinic,

sometimes known as the genitor-urinary clinic. This service is free and confidential, and they can offer helpful

advice.