The combined pill is a type of hormonal contraception that prevents pregnancy. It contains the hormones oestrogen and progestogen. It works by stopping the ovaries releasing an egg. When taken correctly it’s over 99% effective. Read more at nhs.uk/contraception/…

Chlamydia is one of the most common STIs in the UK. It's passed on through unprotected sex & most people with chlamydia don’t notice any symptoms or know they have it. For more info visit nhs.uk/conditions/chl…

Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common & can be passed on during sex or through sexual contact. Many STIs have no symptoms. This means you can have an STI without knowing it & infect your partner during sex. For more info on getting a test visit cddft.nhs.uk/sexual-health-…

Gonorrhoea is the 2nd most common STI in the UK & can lead to infertility. Typical symptoms include a thick green or yellow discharge from the vagina or penis, pain when peeing and, in women, bleeding between periods. For more information visit nhs.uk/conditions/gon…

Gonorrhoea is the 2nd most common STI in the UK & can lead to infertility. Typical symptoms include a thick green or yellow discharge from the vagina or penis, pain when peeing and, in women, bleeding between periods. For more information visit nhs.uk/conditions/gon…

Did you know we have pharmacies across County Durham delivering sexual health services. These include C Card (condom distribution for 13-24 years) and emergency contraception (for 13 years and over). For more information visit our website cddft.nhs.uk/sexual-health-…

Long-acting reversible contraceptives (LARC) are the most effective methods of contraception as you don’t have to remember to take them every day. If you want more info or to speak with a clinician visit our website cddft.nhs.uk/sexual-health-…

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Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI). If it's not treated, it can cause serious & potentially life-threatening problems. The symptoms of syphilis are often mild & hard to notice. They tend to change over time & may come & go. nhs.uk/conditions/syp…

Emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if the contraception you have used has failed – for example, a condom has split or you have missed a pill. Watch the video for more information youtu.be/gwLkncl2LvY

Emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if the contraception you have used has failed – for example, a condom has split or you have missed a pill. For more information visit nhs.uk/contraception/…

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Many sexual health services in England now offer free #STI self-sampling kits you can order to your home & use to test for infections like #Chlamydia, #Gonorrhoea, #Syphilis and #HIV. More info 👉 ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2022/10/05/get…

Safer sex involves using condoms correctly every time you have sex. If you don’t use a condom you are more at risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection or having an unintended pregnancy. Check out the video on finding the right condom for you. youtu.be/4MnsqQwpiwc

Genital herpes is a STI passed on through vaginal, anal & oral sex. Many people don’t have any visible signs or symptoms. For more info visit nhs.uk/conditions/gen…

For information on confidentiality and the Sexual Health Service watch our video youtu.be/8eSNp_cdgzo