Posted 9 December 2021
It’s a much-anticipated time of year with parties, gatherings and festivities taking place throughout the month. And while you’re ready to make up for lost time, don’t miss out by letting your sexual health fall to the wayside. There’s an easy – and discreet - way to access STI testing and treatment plus emergency contraception.
Discreet STI testing
Make sure you’re in the clear with testing kits that screen you for a full range of sexually transmitted infections. There are single test packs or ones that test you for seven of the most common infections, including:
And to be on the safe side, there’s also testing for HIV and Syphilis plus sexual health screening that works as a full MOT for complete peace of mind, including kits that are especially for men who have sex with men.
You can do the tests in the privacy of your own home and once the lab receives your kit, you’ll be sent the results within two to three working days.
Order an STI testing kit
STI treatment at home
If you find out you’re positive for one of the most common STIs listed above, then you can order a treatment pack to be sent to your home for the next working day.
You’ll complete a medical consultation questionnaire that will be reviewed by our doctor to make sure you’re getting the right treatment, and your medication will be delivered the next working day if ordered by 4pm Monday to Friday.
This is a discreet and quick way to get the treatment you need at home. However, it’s worth noting that you may need to visit your GP for certain treatments, depending on the infection.
Order an STI treatment pack
Need emergency contraception now?
Whether we’re in or out of party season, it’s always good to know where you can get emergency contraception when you need it.
The morning after pill can be taken up to five days after unprotected sex, depending on the type you take. But the sooner you take it, the better.
What’s more, you can order the morning after pill online and it will be sent to you confidentially the next working day, so you don’t have to worry about anyone seeing the package.
It works by stopping ovulation, so if you’re in the second half of your cycle where you have already ovulated, you should seek other types of emergency contraception from your GP or sexual health clinic, such as the emergency coil.
Order the morning after pill
If you have any questions or doubts about what treatment to take, or what’s best for you, our pharmacists are here to help. You can call us Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm on 0161 491 1899.
Author: Gemma Boak
Medically reviewed by: Superintendent pharmacist Margaret Hudson BSc(Hons)MRPharmS 09/12/21
Posted in Sexual Health