Both men and women need to look after their sexual health and take time to understand the issues that surround contraception and sexually transmitted infections STIs. For instance there are some STIs, like chlamydia, that you could be carrying without having any symptoms. This infection can affect fertility, so it's important to make use of the sexual health services available for free on the NHS. Sexual Health Facts. People can also self refer now for termination of pregnancy services, Marie Stopes are now providing this service, they can be contacted by phoning or via their website.
Marie Stopes. British Pregnancy Advisory Service. Brook Information about contraception options. Talkchoice More information about contraceptive options. I Wanna Know Sexual health advice for teens and young adults. Chlamydia is a bacterial infection. It is passed on from one person to another by unprotected sex sex without a condom through vaginal, anal or oral sex. It is particularly common in sexually active teenagers and young adults.
The good news is that it is easy to treat with antibiotics. Did you know that if you are under 25 years old and sexually active, you have a 1 in 10 chance of testing positive for Chlamydia? Chlamydia is a common infection, which is spread by having sex and can cause problems with getting pregnant in the future if left untreated. At the surgery we can provide you with a free Chlamydia Screening testing pack which is quick, painless and easy to use.
If you need treatment it is free of charge and can be given to you by the GP. To get a pack, please ask a receptionist, nurse or doctor and they will be able to provide you with one. In under 25 and those who are sexually active, it is recommended that they get tested for chlamydia every year or when they change sexual partner.
The National Chlamydia Screening. The Northern Sexual Health Service. Home Sexual Health. Chlamydia is the most common sexually transmitted infection STI. Contact Details Please contact us preferably using the online secure contact form. New Patient Registration You can register with the practice if you live within the catchment area.
