Sexual Health
Sexual health is an important aspect of overall health and wellbeing. Sex is a normal and natural part of human life but can have unintended consequences. Sex without using contraception could lead to an unintended pregnancy at any time during the menstrual cycle. And sex without using a condom can put a person at greater risk of getting a sexually transmitted infection (STI) or HIV.
Talking about sexual health can seem awkward, but it doesn’t have to be embarrassing or complicated, and you don’t have to be an expert or have all the answers. The Very Brief Intervention below is targeted towards starting conversations about sexual health and supporting access to further information and services. The Local Support and Contact Details section lists sexual health services that are available in each London borough.
Most (but not all) London boroughs use the online service Sexual Health London as a means of triaging an individual to the most appropriate local support for them. This service is best accessed via the mobile phone of the individual concerned so that it stays confidential to them and will require them to register with the site before using this service.
Very Brief Intervention
Ask
Can I talk with you about sexual health? Would you like to know about services that can help you to manage your sexual health and wellbeing?
Are you worried about pregnancy after unprotected sex or think your contraception might have failed?
You can use emergency contraception up to five days after unprotected sex. Emergency contraception is more effective at preventing pregnancy the earlier it is used. But emergency contraception is not as effective as using other methods of routine contraception.
Are you worried about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)/ HIV after unprotected sex or think the condom might have failed?
Not everyone who has a sexually transmitted infection has signs and/or symptoms. Sometimes these don’t appear for weeks or months and sometimes they go away, but you can still have the infection and pass it on to someone else.
If you have symptoms you should get an STI test. Even if you don’t have symptoms you should think about getting tested if:
- you have recently had unprotected sex, including oral sex, with a new partner
- you, or a partner, have sex with other people without using a condom
- a partner has symptoms.
Have you been a victim of rape or sexual assault?
Go straight to Act section for details on support services.
Assist
Emergency contraception – more information
There are different types of emergency contraception:
• The emergency intrauterine device (IUD).
• An emergency contraceptive pill.
• An emergency contraceptive pill with the hormone levonorgestrel. There are different brands.
You can get free emergency contraception from Sexual Health services and GP Practices. Some community pharmacies can provide emergency contraceptive pills for free (there may be age restrictions), or they can be bought from community pharmacies.
Routine contraception – more information
Contraception aims to prevent pregnancy. There are lots of different types of contraception from methods that you use when having sex to methods that last for years. The full range is available free from sexual health services. Free contraception is also available from GP Practices (although they may not offer all types) and some types from some community pharmacies.
STI and HIV prevention, testing and treatment – more information
There are lots of different types of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and they can spread through unprotected vaginal, anal or oral sex, by genital contact and through sharing sex toys. Anyone who is sexually active can get one, even if you don’t have lots of sexual partners. Using condoms can prevent STIs.
Most STIs can be treated or managed, and it is usually best if treatment is started as soon as possible. If left untreated, many sexually transmitted infections can be painful or uncomfortable, can permanently damage your health and fertility, and can be passed on to someone else.
HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. There’s currently no cure for HIV. However, treatment enables most people with HIV to live a long, healthy life, especially if they’re diagnosed soon after being infected. HIV treatment suppresses the virus in the body, and leads to an undetectable viral load, which means HIV can’t be transmitted to others. Using condoms can prevent HIV. Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) can also prevent HIV – it is a pill HIV-negative people take before and after sex that reduces the risk of getting HIV – and is for people who may be at greater risk of getting HIV.
Free and confidential STI and HIV testing and treatment, and condoms are available from sexual health services.
Act
Reassure them that sexual health services are confidential, and free of charge in most cases.
Self Care
For information about sexual health, STIs, HIV and contraception visit Sexwise, It Starts With Me or the NHS website.
The Sexual Health Helpline provides advice and information on all aspects of sexual health, call free on 0300 123 7123 (open from 9am-8pm, Monday-Friday and Saturday-Sunday 11am to 4pm). Calls will be treated with sensitivity and in strict confidence.
Contraception Choices is designed to help people decide which method of contraception might suit them best and provides honest information on the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
Community Pharmacies
Emergency hormonal contraception is effective up to five days after sex and is available from most community pharmacies. Some pharmacies may charge for this service, so it is advised to call ahead to check what they offer.
General Practice
If registered with a GP, routine contraception and, in some cases, Long-Acting Reversible methods (such as an Interuterine Device/’coil’ or a contraceptive injection or implant) can be provided. Suggest contacting local practice directly to find out what they can offer.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Other local services
Go to the local support section for information on what is available in each borough.
Local Support and Contact Details
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Look after your sexual health
Good sexual health is an important part of your health and wellbeing. There are lots of services in Barnet to help you take care of your sexual health.Â
If you're concerned about sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV, you can order free test kits online or visit a clinic. If you think you are at risk, it is important to get tested even if you feel fine – not everybody gets symptoms.
If you're concerned that you may be at increased risk of getting HIV, PrEP is available in Barnet. PrEP is a medication for people who are HIV negative to help prevent them getting HIV if they are at high risk.
If you need regular contraception, you can order some kinds online, visit a clinic or check which services your GP offers. You can also get the progesterone-only contraceptive pill from pharmacies without prescription.
If you need emergency contraception, you can access it for free online, from sexual health clinics and from A&E or walk-in centres. If you are under 25, you can get it free from some Barnet pharmacies. You can also buy emergency contraception at many pharmacies.
Barnet sexual health clinics
You can visit a sexual health clinic for testing, emergency contraception and regular contraception:Â Adults' sexual health
Online services
Anyone aged over 16 can order free test kits for sexually transmitted infections and HIV, regular contraception and emergency contraception from Sexual Health London.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
PrEP
PrEP is available in Barnet for people who are at increased risk of getting HIV:Â https://www.sexualhealth.cnwl.nhs.uk/prep/
Emergency contraception for under 25s
Free emergency contraception is available for under 25s at some Barnet pharmacies:Â Adults' sexual health
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
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For information on support services across Bexley, please also search our community directory-Â https://connectedbexley.co.uk/
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
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Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
North West London Sexual Health (nwlondonsexualhealth.nhs.uk)
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Patrick Clements Clinic at Central Middlesex Hospital
Acton Lane, London, NW10 7NS
Patrick Clements Clinic at Central Middlesex Hospital | Sexual Health (lnwh.nhs.uk)
Finding the Clinic
Nearest Station:- Harlesden
Buses: 187, 224, 226, 260, 440, 487
- go to the main entrance of Central Middlesex Hospital
- walk past reception to the stairs or lift on the left:
- if you take the stairs, turn right when you get to the second floor and follow the signs for Patrick Clements clinicÂ
- if you take the lift, turn left when you come out of the lift and follow the signs to the clinic
- use the buzzer on the right of the doorÂ
Services Include...
- sexual health information and adviceÂ
- free condoms and lubricant
- full testing and treatment for STIs
- treatment for HIV
- specialist services for people who are LGBTQ+
- Hepatitis B vaccination
- HPV vaccination for MSM (men who have sex with men)
- post exposure prophylaxis after sexual exposure (PEPSE) to prevent HIV
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Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
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HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
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Community HUB Clinic (Community Support for people affected by HIV in Brent)
Hillside Primary Care Centre, NW10 8RY
The community HUB clinic Brent | Sexual Health (lnwh.nhs.uk)
Call - Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm on 07900 134 941 to set up an appointment.
Nearest station: Harlesden
Buses: 18, N18, 206, 224
Services Include...
- HIV Treatment and Support
- access to HIV clinical nurse specialists
- support for anyone starting therapies
- advice and support for medication side effects
- GP and primary care team liaison
- Complimentary Therapies
- As part of the your plan, aromatherapy massage, shiatsu, or reflexology can help you make positive changes to your overall wellness, lifestyle, and health
- Respite and rehabilitation assessments
- Work with you to assess your respite, rehabilitation, or palliative care needs, including:
- day centres
- occupational therapists
- residential placements
- Work with you to assess your respite, rehabilitation, or palliative care needs, including:
- Social Care, floating Support, and Housing advice.
- One to one support on:
- housing
- welfare rights
- employments
- training
- education
- independent living
- One to one support on:
- Healthy Living
- advice about nutrition and the use of safe nutritional supplements
- counselling
- decision making support (for example disclosure of diagnosis)
- safer sexual health promotion
- Self-management programmes
- Links into a range of other support opportunities, including groups and networks:
- life clubs and life coaching (Living Well)
- volunteering opportunities
- learning and development
- peer networks
- Links into a range of other support opportunities, including groups and networks:
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If you are HIV positive, normally attending the Patrick Clements Clinic/HIV services at Central Middlesex Hospital, and need to speak to a nurse, please call 07825 753 128 or 0208 453 2597 or 0208 453 2748.
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Terrence Higgins Trust in Brent
Brent, Ealing, Harrow and Hillingdon | Terrence Higgins Trust (tht.org.uk)
The Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) provide a range of sexual health services for people aged 16 or older in west and north-west London, covering Brent, Ealing, Harrow, and Hillingdon.
All services are free and confidential and are run by appointment only, delivered via outreach and online.
They offer the following services in Brent:-
- HIV testing
- general sexual health info and advice
- peer mentoring and group work for sexual health topics and LGBTQ+
- staff trainings on sexual health and gender awareness
- condom delivery.
e-Mail:-Â info.ONWL@tht.org.ukÂ
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Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
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Emergency Contraception and Pharmacy based emergency contraception clinics
If you have had unprotected sex, that is, sex without using contraception, or think your contraception might have failed, you can use emergency contraception.
Pharmacy-based emergency contraception clinics are free.
There are different types of emergency contraception
- The emergency intrauterine device (IUD / coil)
- An emergency contraceptive pill with the active ingredient ulipristol acetate (UPA)
- An emergency contraceptive pill with the hormone levonorgestrel
An emergency contraceptive pill needs to be taken as soon as possible after sex to have the best chance of working. The emergency IUD is the most effective method.
A list of pharmacies that can offer emergency contraception in North West London can be found at -Â
North West London Sexual Health - Services (nwlondonsexualhealth.nhs.uk)
Please phone the pharmacy ahead of setting out to check their opening hours and the availability of a pharmacist.
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Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
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Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
You can access a wide range of local sexual health services on Homerton sexual health services.
This includes information about contraception, local sexual health clinics (Clifden Centre, John Scott Clinic, Ivy Centre, and 80 Leadenhall in the City of London), how to access services if you are aged under 17, as well as their offering around free PrEP treatment.
Online booking for next day appointments is available, at 7pm you can book a next day appointment for sexual health by visiting Homerton Sexual Health Services – online booking portal.
In addition, you can also access a range of support for your sexual and reproductive health, such as Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC), STI testing and treatment, and more, at your GP practice, or a local community pharmacy.
Local residents from black and other ethnic minority communities are also able to access tailored support to look after their sexual and reproductive health through Project Community – Good Sexual Health for all in City and Hackney.
This service is commissioned by the local Public Health team and offers health promotion, advice, and information on a wide range of topics, including ways that individuals can protect themselves against HIV and other STIs.
Free, quick and easy testing for STIs- If you live in the City of London and you’re over 16, and have no or mild STI symptoms, you can order a free kit to easily test yourself for STIs in the privacy of your own home through Sexual Health London. There is no referral process – the service is accessed via SHL’s website.
- City residents who may be at-risk of having contracted Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, or HIV, can take a free, confidential test at a local GP surgery, or at Homerton Hospital.
Order Free Contraception Online
If you live in the City of London and are aged over 16, and you’d like to start using contraception, or continue your current method and would usually get it from a sexual health clinic, you can now order it online via Sexual Health London’s website.
A wide choice of contraceptives are available, including emergency (morning after) pills, combined pills, mini pills, patch, and ring. You can arrange for them to be delivered to your home or to collect from a location. All requests will be complemented by a full online consultation, and reviewed by a GP before being prescribed.
Access Free Condoms
When used correctly and consistently, condoms are an extremely effective method of preventing STIs, such as HIV, and avoiding unwanted pregnancies.
You can access free condoms and lubricant from a range of local venues, if you are either under 25 years old, or 25+ and in the following group(s) at higher risk of STIs and HIV
- Gay / bisexual men
- Black African and Black Caribbean
- Client of a substance misuse service
- Involved in sex working
A list of outlets providing free condoms to under-25s can be accessed on the Young Hackney website. Free condoms for 25+ in higher-risk groups can be accessed from the pharmacies listed on this page.
The NHS website has a comprehensive guide to the different types of contraception available - including condoms - to help guide you to the form that is best suited to you and your needs.
Holistic Support for residents living with, or affected by, HIV
Adults living with HIV
Positive East works with the City of London residents living with or affected by HIV. They provide support and advice on HIV, as well as health and wellbeing, benefit advice, housing issues and more. They also offer free and confidential counselling and psychotherapy sessions.
Referrals can be made through your hospital clinic or by calling 020 7791 2855. Proof of HIV status will be requested. HIV testing is for people who live or work in east London. For more information please call 020 7791 2855 or email Positive East.
Children, young people and families affected by HIV
Body and Soul supports children, teenagers and families living with, or closely affected by, HIV, who live in the City.
It provides an array of support, including peer support groups and information workshops for children, teenagers and adults; one-to-one counselling with mental health professionals; information and advocacy on issues, such as health and treatment, welfare, human rights and immigration; and much more.
They are currently accepting new referrals which can be done by completing their online referral form. Once complete, a member of staff will get in touch to arrange a time to register the person either being referred or referring themselves.
To find out more about Body & Soul’s services and how to become a member, please call 020 7923 6880 or email Body & Soul.
Information videos about the COVID-19 vaccine for people living with HIV
- COVID-19 vaccines for people with HIV (Dr Vanessa Apea) - National Aidsmap
- Q&A: COVID-19 vaccines and people living with HIV - UK-CAB
Do It London
The City of London Corporation is proud to support the Do It London campaign, which urges Londoners to get tested for HIV.
Testing is the only way to be sure of your HIV status. The earlier you test, the lower the risk of the infection damaging your health. Condoms and other methods, such as PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) are crucial to reducing the risk of HIV transmission. Condoms also protect against other sexually transmitted infections.
CHYPS Plus
City and Hackney Young People's Service (CHYPS Plus) is a holistic service for young people aged 11 to 19. CHYPS Plus provides a range of services to support health and wellbeing, including testing and treatment for STIs, contraception, pregnancy testing, Hepatitis B screening and vaccinations, condoms and more.
The CHYPS Plus website has more information.
Support for Sex Workers in the City and Hackney
Open Doors is a free and confidential advice service for people working in the sex industry in Hackney and the City of London. It is delivered by Homerton Sexual Health Service and can provide a range of support, including access to specialist sexual health services, condoms, psychological support, and other forms of support. Open Doors provides outreach and drop-in clinics. To find out more, please call the team on 07984 401 346, or visit the Open Doors website.
Financial terms for the provision of GUM services to residents
For those providers without a negotiated position:
Please ensure you quote the correct prices according to the year in which care was provided otherwise your invoice will be rejected.
Providers of GUM services who wish to submit invoices totalling more than ÂŁ1,000 per annum must be registered as a supplier to the Council and all providers must fully comply with the terms and conditions.
Failure to comply with the financial terms and follow the payment process will lead to a rejection of an invoice. No alternative payment terms or mechanisms are available.
Please note: Hackney Council works on behalf of the City of London Corporation in relation to sexual health. Suppliers should contact Hackney Council directly in relation to any queries.
Please also see this document.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Find Support Services
Find support services is here to help residents (or those acting on their behalf) find support, advice, classes and activities run by the local community and voluntary sector in Hackney and the City. It is a system-wide initiative between Hackney Council, City of London and the NHS.Â
Help comes in many forms. Some people may feel isolated and want a chat; others might be determined to join an exercise class; or decide that this is the time to pick up a new skill or lose an old habit. Some may require specialist advice around finances or employment, or may be concerned about domestic abuse or addiction. Click here to use Find Support Services to find local organisations that can help nearest you!
The Croydon Sexual Health Centre provides services and support around STI testing and treatment, HIV, psychosexual counselling and contraception and pregnancy.
Freetest.me offers free chlamydia and HIV postal testing kits for 16 to 24 year-olds.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
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Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
You can access a wide range of local sexual health services on Homerton sexual health services.
This includes information about contraception, local sexual health clinics (Clifden Centre, John Scott Clinic, Ivy Centre, and 80 Leadenhall in the City of London), how to access services if you are aged under 17, as well as their offering around free PrEP treatment.
Online booking for next day appointments is available, at 7pm you can book a next day appointment for sexual health by visiting Homerton Sexual Health Services – online booking portal.
In addition, you can also access a range of support for your sexual and reproductive health, such as Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC), STI testing and treatment, and more, at your GP practice, or a local community pharmacy.
Local residents from black and other ethnic minority communities are also able to access tailored support to look after their sexual and reproductive health through Project Community – Good Sexual Health for all in City and Hackney.
This service is commissioned by the local Public Health team and offers health promotion, advice, and information on a wide range of topics, including ways that individuals can protect themselves against HIV and other STIs.
Free, quick and easy testing for STIs- if you live in Hackney and you’re over 16, and have no or mild STI symptoms, you can order a free kit to easily test yourself for STIs in the privacy of your own home through Sexual Health London. There is no referral process
- Hackney residents who may be at-risk of having contracted Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, or HIV, can take a free, confidential test at a local GP surgery, or at Homerton Hospital
If you live in Hackney and are aged over 16, and you’d like to start using contraception, or carry on with your current method and would usually get it from a sexual health clinic, you can now order it from Sexual Health London.
A wide choice of contraceptives are available, including emergency / morning after pills, combined pills, mini pills, patch, and ring. You can arrange for them to be delivered to your home or to collect from a location. You’ll receive a full online consultation, and your request will be reviewed by a GP before your contraception is prescribed.
Access free condomsWhen used correctly and consistently, condoms are an extremely effective method of preventing STIs, such as chlamydia and gonorrhea, and avoiding unwanted pregnancies.
You can access free condoms and lubricant from a range of local venues, if you are either under 25 years old, or 25+ and in the following group(s) at higher risk of STIs and HIV:
- gay / bisexual men
- Black African and Black Caribbean
- client of a substance misuse service
- involved in sex working
A list of outlets providing free condoms to under-25s can be accessed on the Young Hackney website. Free condoms for 25+ in higher-risk groups can be accessed from the pharmacies listed on this page.
The NHS website has a comprehensive guide to the different types of contraception available – including condoms – to help guide you to the form that is best suited to you and your needs.
Support for residents living with, or affected by HIVAdults living with HIV
Positive East works with Hackney residents living with or affected by HIV. They provide support and advice on HIV, as well as health and wellbeing, benefit advice, housing issues and more. They also offer free and confidential counselling and psychotherapy sessions.
Referrals can be made through your hospital clinic or by calling 020 7791 2855. Proof of HIV status will be requested. HIV testing is for people who live or work in east London. For more information call 020 7791 2855 or email talktome@positiveeast.org.uk.
Children, young people and families affected by HIVBody & Soul supports children, teenagers and families living with, or closely affected by, HIV, who live in Hackney.
It provides an array of support, including peer support groups and information workshops for children, teenagers and adults; one-to-one counselling with mental health professionals; information and advocacy on issues, such as health and treatment, welfare, human rights and immigration; and much more.
To make a referral, complete the referral form. They will get in touch to arrange a time to register the person being referred.
Find out more about Body & Soul’s services and how to become a member. You can also call 020 7923 6880 or email referrals@bodyandsoulcharity.org.
Information videos about the COVID-19 vaccine for people living with HIV
- Covid-19 vaccines for people with HIV (Dr Vanessa Apea) – National Aidsmap
- Q&A: Covid-19 vaccines and people living with HIV – UK-CAB
The Council is proud to support the Do It London campaign, which urges Londoners to get tested for HIV.
Testing is the only way to be sure of your HIV status. The earlier you test, the lower the risk of the infection damaging your health. Condoms and other methods, such as PrEP are crucial to reducing the risk of HIV transmission. Condoms also protect against other sexually transmitted infections.
City and Hackney Young People’s Service (CHYPS Plus)City and Hackney Young People’s Service (CHYPS Plus) is a holistic service for young people aged 11 to 19. CHYPS Plus provides a range of services to support health and wellbeing, including testing and treatment for STIs, contraception, pregnancy testing, Hepatitis B screening and vaccinations, condoms and more.
You can learn more by visiting CHYPS Plus.
Support for sex workers in Hackney and the CityOpen Doors is a free and confidential advice service for people working in the sex industry in Hackney and the City of London. It is delivered by Homerton Sexual Health Service and can provide a range of support, including access to specialist sexual health services, condoms, psychological support, and other forms of support. Open Doors provides outreach and drop-in clinics. To find out more, please call the team on 07984 401 346, or visit the Open Doors website.
Information for suppliers of sexual health servicesThe Council ensures that suitably qualified and CQC registered open access sexual health services are available to residents in the borough.
We do this by negotiating terms and conditions for these services with local providers based within Hackney and across London, to provide the following:
Contraception:- giving contraceptive advice
- providing medical examinations to people looking for contraceptive advice
- treating and supplying contraceptive substances and appliances
- preventing the spread of sexually transmitted infections
- treating, testing and caring for people with STIs and
- notifying the sexual partners of people with these infections
Due to the open access nature of sexual health services, residents may choose to use other providers who have not established terms and conditions with the Council.
These out of area providers are not directly commissioned by the Council and there is currently only an agreement for the cross charging for genito-urinary medicine (GUM) services.
Financial terms for the provision of GUM services to residentsFor those providers without a negotiated position:
- financial terms for the provision of GUM services to residents (from 3 February 2021)
Please ensure you quote the correct prices according to the year in which care was provided otherwise your invoice will be rejected.
Providers of GUM services who wish to submit invoices totalling more than £1,000 per annum must be registered as a supplier to the Council and all providers must fully comply with the terms and conditions.
Failure to comply with the financial terms and follow the payment process will lead to a rejection of an invoice. No alternative payment terms or mechanisms are available.
Find Support Services
Find support services is here to help residents (or those acting on their behalf) find support, advice, classes and activities run by the local community and voluntary sector in Hackney and the City. It is a system-wide initiative between Hackney Council, City of London and the NHS.Â
Help comes in many forms. Some people may feel isolated and want a chat; others might be determined to join an exercise class; or decide that this is the time to pick up a new skill or lose an old habit. Some may require specialist advice around finances or employment, or may be concerned about domestic abuse or addiction. Click here to use Find Support Services to find local organisations that can help nearest you!
London-wide Services
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Support and Advice on Sexual Health (SASH)
Turning Point provide free, non-judgemental and confidential support to improve your sexual health, your relationships, and your mental health through their Support and Advice on Sexual Health (SASH) service.Â
SASH supports ALL Hammersmith & Fulham residents to have good sexual health regardless of their sexuality, gender identity, ability, class, type of work, or ethnic background. This includes specialised services for:
- people diagnosed with HIV
- LBGTQ+ people
- young people
- women and girls
- sex workers
- people with learning disabilities.
SASH's range of services includes one-to-one support, peer mentoring, family support and massage treatments, as well as training for health professionals.
Website:Â https://www.sashlondon.org/home
Telephone:Â 020 7851 2955
Email:Â info@SASHLondon.org
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
Resilience is a free wellbeing service for young people in Hammersmith and Fulham. They can support with matters of sexual health, relationships, emotional wellbeing and drug and alcohol use. Regular drop-ins at their hub in White City can be attended without an appointment where free condoms are also available.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Information on the sexual health services available in Hillingdon can be found here:
Sexual health - Hillingdon Council
Clinics in Hillingdon | Sexual Health (lnwh.nhs.uk)
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London or visit Find Sexual Health for Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham specific information.
CliniQ LGBTQ+Â Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
cliniQ – Inclusive trans sexual health & wellbeing- In-person appointments are available for transgender, trans and non-binary people for sexual health, contraception, HIV testing, PrEP, referral into HIV care and support, cervical smears, hormone injections and hormone blood tests and mental health support.
HIV prevention, outreach, care and support
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Bridges support people living with HIV to make the most of living well and tackling challenges together, to embrace positive individual and collective futures.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Abortion and Reproductive Choices
The Abortion - South East London ICS (selondonics.org) for more information about the services available.
MSI Reproductive Choices provide a range of services and care through their network of local clinics. They have an advice line that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact 0345 300 2350 and a contraceptive nurse will talk through the available options.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Well Newham Website
On the Well Newham website here, you can find all the information you need around sexual health and where to get contraception, STI testing and support.Â
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
Newham residents aged 16-24 can claim up to 24 free condoms (12 per visit) every month from a range of the pharmacies listed here. The pharmacist will take some personal details but there is no need to bring anything specific when visiting the pharmacy.Â
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
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Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
BeWize:
Free and confidential sexual health and relationship support for young people aged 15-25 in Redbridge https://www.bewize.org.uk/Â
HIV prevention and outreach
Positive East: This HIV and STI service is available for those who are 18+. They provide highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London https://www.positiveeast.org.uk/redbridge/Â
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health ClinicsÂ
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.Â
BHRUT: Services currently run from Barking Community Hospital, Queen's Hospital, and Loxford Polyclinic https://www.bhrhospitals.nhs.uk/sexual-healthÂ
Barts: They provide free and confidential sexual health services across East London, providing everything from sexual health screenings (including HIV testing) to contraception services https://www.alleast.nhs.uk/Â
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Self-care and National Support Services
Sexual health services are confidential, and free of charge in most cases.
Self Care
For information about sexual health, STIs, HIV and contraception visit
Sexwise, It Starts With Me or the NHS website.
The Sexual Health Helpline provides advice and information on all aspects of sexual health, call free on 0300 123 7123 (open from 9am-8pm, Monday-Friday and Saturday-Sunday 11am to 4pm). Calls will be treated with sensitivity and in strict confidence.
Contraception Choices is designed to help people decide which method of contraception might suit them best and provides honest information on the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
Emergency hormonal contraception Â
Individuals who have had unprotected sex can take emergency hormonal contraception within 3-5 days to help prevent pregnancy.
This can be accessed online from Sexual Health London, from a local sexual and reproductive health clinic, GP or pharmacy.
Some pharmacies in Southwark currently provide the morning after pill. The following pharmacies offer the morning after pill for free:
- Â Day Lewis Forest Hill Pharmacy: 34 Forest Hill Road, SE22 0RR (020 8299 2707)
- Day Lewis Peckham High Street Pharmacy: 151A Peckham High Street, SE15 5SL (020 7639 7166)
- Jamaica Road Pharmacy: 182C Jamaica Road, SE16 4RT (020 7237 3483)
- Ridgway (Chana) Pharmacy: 251- 253 Walworth Road, SE17 1RL (020 7701 2720)
- Lenny Chemist: 303/309 East Street, SE17 2SX (020 7703 7843)
- Bonamy Pharmacy: 355 Rotherhithe New Road, SE16 3HF (020 7740 2523)
- Sheel Pharmacy: 8 Nunhead Green, SE15 3QF (020 7639 0262)
- Harfleur Pharmacy: 107 Tower Bridge Road, SE1 4TW (020 7407 0051)
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Ongoing contraception
Individuals can order the contraceptive pill online without needing to speak to a GP. They can register with Sexual Health London to get the pill delivered to their home or for collection from a pharmacy.
 Individuals can get an appointment for a free contraceptive injection, coil or implant. They can walk-in to a local sexual and reproductive health clinic to have a long-active reversible contraceptive or LARC (injection, coil or implant) fitted.
 If registered with a GP, routine contraception and, in some cases, Long-Acting Reversible methods (such as an Interuterine Device/’coil’ or a contraceptive injection or implant) can be provided. Suggest contacting local practice directly to find out what they can offer.  Click here to find a GP
Individuals can also access LARC through MSI Reproductive Choices clinics across London. To make an appointment, please call 0345 300 2350.
 Online Sexual Health Services
 Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
 This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Integrated Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic.
Local sexual health clinics provide a full range of sexual and reproductive health services and advice on the following:
- assessment of sexual health symptoms
- sexually transmitted infections (STI) treatment
- PrEP treatment (Pre Exposure Prophylaxis) for HIV
- PEP treatment (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) for HIV (you will need to be treated within 72 hours of being exposed to HIV)
- contraception (including coil and implant insertions or removals and Depo injections)
- care and support after experiences of sexual assault, sexual violence, or domestic violence
- care and support if you have problems with chemsex (using drugs as part of your sex life)
- referral information for sexual health counselling
- referral information for psychosexual therapy
 Click here to find a clinic via Find Sexual Health
Sexual health services for under-18s
People who are aged under 18 can also visit the young person’s walk-in sexual health clinic at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust at Streatham Hill on Wednesdays 2pm to 6pm. The doctors and nurses provide confidential sexual health advice, STI testing and treatment and contraception. It is a walk-in service, so they do not need to book an appointment.
Sexual health services for transgender and non-binary people
CliniQ is a clinic only for transgender, trans and non-binary people who need sexual health care (STI testing or contraception), PrEP, hormone injections, hormone blood levels, or a smear test.
The clinic is on a Tuesday evening from 4pm to 7pm at the Caldecot Centre, King’s College Hospital. The clinic runs a mixture of walk-in and pre-booked appointments. For appointments, contact admin@cliniq.org.uk
 Bridge@Southwark is a primary care clinic for the trans, non-binary and gender non-conforming community who provide routine GP services, including contraception. It is a monthly clinic in South Southwark. Further information is available here. Patients can self-refer by emailing ih.bridgeatsouthwark@nhs.net
HIV emergency medication
PEP (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) is a course of HIV medication that may stop someone developing HIV infection if they have been exposed to the virus. The individual needs to be treated with PEP within 72 hours of exposure.
If someone thinks they have been exposed to the HIV virus, please contact one of the local sexual health clinics in south-east London. They will need to be treated within 72 hours of exposure, ideally within the first 24 hours.
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
 PrEP  (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is a drug taken by HIV-negative people before and after sex that reduces the risk of getting HIV. PrEP is now available for free on the NHS in England from sexual health clinics. To access PrEP, please contact one of the local sexual health clinics in south-east London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
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Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Free condoms for young people
The Come Correct (or C-Card) scheme provides access to free condoms in a variety of locations (called Outlets) across London. Once registered you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.
Online Services
Anyone aged over 16 can register with Sexual Health London for this free, confidential, and discrete sexual health service. Once registered, the service can issue an STI testing kit for people with mild or no symptoms, they can be posted to their home or collected from a clinic. Users take their own samples and post the kit back to the laboratory. Test results are available a few days later and telephone support is provided.
This service requires registering online and is best accessed via a mobile phone for confidentiality, so do encourage the person you are talking with to register.
Specialist Sexual and Reproductive Health Clinics
People who are aged under 16 years and people with serious symptoms that could indicate a sexually transmitted infection are advised to contact a face-to-face clinic. These clinics can also provide a wide range of contraception including Long-Acting Reversible Methods e.g. coils and implants.
Click here to find a clinic via Sexual Health London
HIV prevention and outreach
Do It London provides highly effective treatment and prevention strategies for HIV. The London HIV Prevention Programme hosts information and resources about U=U, PrEP, condoms and a range of HIV testing services across London.
Support for victims of sexual assault
The Havens provide specialist centres across London for people who have been raped or sexually assaulted. For urgent advice and an initial assessment call 020 3299 6900.