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. The practice provides a large range of contraception, including the below methods. Please contact the surgery to book an appointment if you would like to discuss contraception.

• Family Planning
• Contraceptive Pill
• IUD/IUS (‘coil‘) fitting
• Implants

Sexual Health

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.

Useful Resources:

• Sex & Young People
  A comprehensive guide to the questions you may have about sex from the NHS
• Sexually Transmitted Infections
  Issues, symptoms and treatments
• Sexual Health FAQs
  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.