Sexual health clinics (also referred to as genitourinary medicine (GUM) clinics or sexual and reproductive health clinics) offer free confidential access to information and advice on any sexual health issue.
Sexual health clinics provide:
- Free testing and treatment of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
- Full range of contraception (including emergency contraception),
- Support for pregnancy testing and choices (support around abortion or continuing a pregnancy)
- Sexual assault help and support.
Anyone can visit a sexual health clinic regardless of their gender, age or whether they have symptoms. No information about your visit will be shared with anyone outside the clinic (including your GP) without your permission. For more information please see Visiting a Sexual Health Clinic.
Where do I go?
- To find a local sexual health clinic, use the NHS finder.
- You can also get free, confidential advice and treatment from your GP, or in most hospitals.
- You can call the National Sexual Health Helpline on 0300 123 7123 - open 9am-8pm, Mon-Fri, and 11am-4pm, Sat-Sun.
External support
You can get sexual health information, advice and support from the following organisations and charities:
For more information, please see these FAQ's:
How do I register with a General Practitioner (GP)?
I think I am pregnant. What are the next steps?
What is sexual consent?
I had sex without a condom - what next?
How can I develop and maintain healthy relationships?
I think I'm in an unhealthy relationship. Where can I get support?
