Contraception

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Contraception

We offer appointments to discuss any method of contraception. It is important to have an idea of your preferred method before attending. We can then start you, or switch you onto, a form of contraception that suits you best.

Once you have started a form of contraception and you are happy with it, you'll need to see your GP to obtain further supplies. We are unable to supply repeat pills, patches, and vaginal rings for those aged 20 and over who live in York or North Yorkshire. We are only able to supply repeat injectable for North Yorkshire for those aged 20 and over. We are able to remove and exchange implants and coils.

Pharmacies can support you to obtain repeat contraceptive pills and start contraceptive pills:

Find a pharmacy that offers the contraceptive pill without a prescription - NHS - Locates all pharmacies who provide this service

Citywide Health First - Contraception Supply Service – York based group of pharmacies that allow service users to online book in to be seen at a specific pharmacy.

Pharmacy Contraception Service - Day Lewis- Pharmacies in Harrogate, Northallerton and York and allow online booking

Find a Pharmacy - PharmacyPlusHealth- Pharmacies in Harrogate and Scarborough and allow online booking

Fitted, exchange or remove my implant

If you are thinking of having an implant please click here.

Fit, exchange, or remove my coil

If you are thinking of having a coil please click here.

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26th April 2025

We're holding our next walk in cervical screening (smear) clinic at our 📍 Monkgate clinic on Saturday 3rd May 2025 from 9am - 12pm. If you're due or overdue your screening, we'd love to see you there! 🌷 The screening itself takes just seconds and could save your life. 🌷 Our highly experienced nurses carry out daily screenings and are trained to ensure you are comfortable and supported. There are lots of adjustments we can make, such as a smaller speculum. The screening shouldn't be painful but if it is, or you find it difficult for any reason, we can help. 🌷 Cervical screening involves a small, flexible brush collecting some cells from your cervix. These are tested for HPV. If your result is negative, you'll be recalled in 3-5 years. If it's positive, your cells will be tested further. If they are normal, you'll be invited back in 1 year. If they are abnormal, you'll be invited for further screening. All you need on the day is your NHS number. It's a good idea not to be screened during or just before your period, so double check your dates before you come. Our 📍Monkgate clinic is easy to find - visit our page for a walk through if you're unsure. There's ample parking and direct access from Monkbar Car Park just behind us, and we're easily accessible on foot from the city centre. If you'd prefer to book an appointment, we offer bookable clinics across the region throughout the week. Simply call our central bookings team on 01904 721111 and they'll be pleased to help you make an appointment that suits you best.

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24th April 2025

It's World Immunisation Week and you might be eligible for a vaccination to help you take care of your sexual health 💘💉 Find out more this World Immunisation Week by scrolling or visiting our website www.yorsexualhealth.org.uk. You can call us to book your vaccination on 01904 721111. Please note that we only offer these vaccinations where a sexual risk is present, and not for travel purposes.