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Sexual health services are free and available to everyone, regardless of sex, age, ethnic origin and sexual orientation.
Depending on your location, there are different services that may be available to you - Sexual health clinics or family planning clinics, GP's and pharmacies. Services are run and delivered by doctors, nurses and other qualified health advisors.
STI services
You can get advice on how to protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases, and learn to spot the signs and how to get tested, and access any treatment.
Contraception
Understand the different types of contraception and which could be the right option for you, as well as information on emergency contraception. Some services offer free condoms to young people.
Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccinations
Some services may offer these vaccinations to protect yourself from these infections.
Cervical screening
If you have been invited for your check you can book an appointment with your GP to have your cervical screening done by a specialist nurse, or in some areas you can visit a local sexual health clinic.
Planning a pregnancy
If you are thinking of having a baby, your GP will be able to offer information and advice. Some sexual health clinics or pharmacists may also be able to offer you advice.
Abortion services
If you are pregnant but for any reason feel you cannot continue with the pregnancy, then there are places you can seek advice, such as your GP or sexual health clinic who will refer you to an abortion service. In some areas you can ring the abortion service directly and book your appointment.
Sexual problems
Sexual problems can affect both men and women. The causes can vary and can either be psychological or a sign of an underlying health problem. The best way to get help is to talk to a GP or someone at a sexual health clinic.
For more information visit Welcome to Essex Sexual Health Service or speak with your GP or local pharmacist who will offer advice and signpost you to the most appropriate service.
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