Devon Sexual Health

Cervical screening (which used to be called a smear test) is a free health test on the NHS.
Screening can help protect you against cervical cancer and all women aged 25 to 64 are invited for cervical screening every 5 years. Everyone with a cervix should be offered screening.
It's important not to miss your screening, as it really can save lives.

Anyone could have Chlamydia. Your flatmate, the nice guy with the cute eyes who works behind the bar...
If you don't regularly wear condoms when you have s*x with new partners, you could have Chlamydia too.
Chlamydia often has no visible symptoms but if left untreated it can cause serious health problems.
Testing is free and you can even test at home.
Find our more on our website ➡ devons*xualhealth.nhs.uk/chlamydia

Major roadworks are starting today in the Bickington area. There may some delays to local traffic, so please allow extra travel time for your appointments at our Barnstaple s*xual health clinic.
Thank you.

We understand that visiting a s*xual health clinic may be daunting but our team will support you, and make you feel as comfortable as possible.
It's great to hear how reassured our visitors feel. Thank you.

If you've had unprotected s*x, you can get the morning-after pill free of charge from many high-street pharmacies across England through the NHS.
No GP appointment or referral is required; you can walk in and speak to a pharmacist confidentially.
Emergency contraception is also available from s*xual health clinics
For more information, search Emergency Contraception on our website

DoxyPEP is an antibiotic you can take after s*x to help prevent some s*xually transmitted infections (STIs).
It helps protect against Chlamydia and Syphilis. It does not protect against HIV.

Clinical guidelines currently recommend DoxyPEP for people at higher risk of syphilis, including some gay, bis*xual and other men who have s*x with men.
It may be offered to other people if they are also at high risk for syphilis infection.

Always talk to your GP, s*xual health nurse, or doctor before starting DoxyPEP.
For more info, see our website: https://www.devons*xualhealth.nhs.uk/your-s*xual-health/prevention-hub/

There are many different types of contraception and it's important to find the right type to suit you and your lifestyle.
If you'd rather not have to think about your contraception everyday, then long-acting reversible contraception methods are ideal.
These include implants, injections and IUDs (hormonal and non-hormonal).

You can find out more on our website devons*xualhealth.nhs.uk/contraception or ask in our clinics.

It’s the first day of Pride Month, and we’re excited to share our extended Pride activities for the summer 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🫶

We’ll be out and about across the region over the coming months at a range of Pride events and community spaces. If you’re attending, come and say hello - we’ll be there to offer a friendly, confidential space to talk about s*xual health, ask questions, and find out more about the support available to you.

We’re really looking forward to connecting with people throughout Pride season and celebrating with our communities.

If you're aged 13 to 24 and live in Devon or Torbay region, you can access free condoms online through the Doink condom scheme.

Search Doink Condoms or see our website for more info: devons*xualhealth.nhs.uk

Did you know Devon s*xual health clinics have drop-in appointments for young people with no appointment necessary?
You can visit us to talk about STI testing, contraception and more.
18 and under
Castle Circus Health Centre, Torquay – Tues 2.30 – 5.30pm
Devon Sexual Health, NHS Walk-in Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter – Tues 3.30 – 5.30pm
21 and under
First Floor, Barnstaple Health Centre – Weds 2.30 – 5.00pm

For more info, see 'Your services' on our website.