Coronavirus and sexual health services

Accessing sexual health services during lockdown and social distancing

Keeping a physical distance helps to prevent the Coronavirus (Covid-19) spreading from person to person
Access to sexual health services has changed, to limit contact between patients and health care staff
Many services are offering a phone call or online consultation first, to discuss appropriate options
A clinic appointment will be arranged for anyone who needs to be seen
It is very important not to travel to a doctor's surgery, clinic or hospital unless you are asked to

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NHS information on Coronavirus

Find a sexual health service

Find a clinic for free STI testing and free contraception.

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Find a GP

Find a family doctor in your area

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Information and advice about domestic violence

Information, advice and support for people experiencing physical, sexual or emotional abuse from partners or ex-partners. 0808 2000 247 Free 24 hour National Domestic Violence Helpline

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Abortion services

Abortion is available free for anyone who is entitled to NHS healthcare.

Women may need to go to a sexual health clinic or to a GP first, to be referred to an abortion clinic.

Abortions can be also paid for privately.

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