Sex is a normal aspect of adult life. It is therefore very important that you know about sexual health and take seriously the responsibility of protecting yourself from unwanted diseases or pregnancies.
We can advise on all aspects of sexual health and provide a full range of contraceptive methods including the emergency contraception pill (the ‘morning-after pill’) or an intrauterine device (Copper Coil). If you experience an unplanned pregnancy you can discuss your options with a clinician.
If you have concerns you have symptoms of a sexual infection please book an appointment to discuss with one of our clinicians or you can visit the local sexual health clinic: The Riverside Clinic for all your sexual health and contraceptive needs (ruh.nhs.uk)
https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/sexualhealth/index.asp
Cervical Smears
A first cervical smear invitation is sent to patients over the age of 25 but can be taken at the age of 24 years and 6 months of age.
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/cervical-screening/
The aim of cervical screening is to reduce the risk of cancer of the cervix by finding and treating cell changes that could, over time, develop into cancer.
SAFEBANES Sexual Health Advice for Everyone
There are many Sexual Health services throughout the B&NES area offering support, advice and guidance. You can locate these services on the safebanes website and by using the interactive map you will be able to find a list of services currently available: https://www.safebanes.com/service
SAFE C-CARD Scheme (free condom scheme)
Details about the C-Card scheme and how to apply for your free condom C-Card and where you can go to can go to collect these from a number of local venues can also be found on the safebanes website here: https: https://www.safebanes.com/services
University Sexual Health Information
The University of Bath website will also help you to find the information you may need about how to get free contraception and where to go to find other advice and support services about sexual health.
https://www.bath.ac.uk/campaigns/sexual-health/
