Contraception and Sexual Health
The Contraceptive Implant
General Sexual Health Information
Sexual Transmitted Disease Screening
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There are so many different types of contraception available that you should be able to find the right method. You may have to try several different things before you choose the one you like most.
A Family Planning specialist writes about the different types of contraception, the benefits and pitfalls and how effective they are
Information on Contraception from NHS Choices including why, when and how it should be used and with links to other useful resources.
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.
Somerset-Wide Integrated Sexual Health Service run clinics all over Somerset, including Bridgwater. There are pre-bookable appointments and walk in clinics available.
They offer a wide range of contraception services as well as sexual health testing and screening.
Contact tracing is available for patients who develop a sexually transmited infection. The service is fully confidential and does not appear on your general medical record.
Follow the link to see their wide range of services
A comprehensive guide to the questions you may have about sex from the NHS
Sexually Transmitted Infections
Issues, symptoms and treatments
Expert answers from a qualified Doctor
FPA - The Sexual Health Charity
Sexual health advice and information on contraception, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy choices, abortion and planning a pregnancy.
NHS Choices - focus on Chlamydia
Information, videos and advice from the NHS website
This factsheet is for people who have chlamydia, or who would like information about it.
These links all come from trusted resources but if you are unsure about these or any other medical matters please contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Our Practice now offers testing for Chlamydia via online screening. Please click on the link below