Contraception
What is contraception?
Contraception refers to the methods that are used to prevent pregnancy.
Contraception options
There are many different types of contraception and it is important to find the right options that work best for you. Some methods of contraception, like condoms, are also used to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancies.
There are contraception options available for men and women. Brook.org has more information about the different options.
Health for Teens has information on accessing contraception if you are under 16yrs.
Advice and information about contraception
- GP - Contact your GP for advice on contraception.
- NHS - Contraception is free on the NHS for all ages so you won't have to pay anything. Find out about the options available to you on the NHS
- Pharmacy : Many community pharmacies can offer the pill without a prescription - Find a pharmacy that offers the contraceptive pill without a prescription - NHS
- Emergency contraception: Contraception choices
Sexual Health services
- For young people in Hertfordshire visit the Hertfordshire sexual health service
- For young people in Essex visit the Essex sexual health service
- Visit - Health for Teens
- Visit - Brook
- Visit - National Contraception Service
- Advice to prevent unwanted pregnancy: Long acting reversible contraception