Contraception
Male and female condoms are the most effective in protecting both sexual partners against Sexually Transmitted Infections.
None of the other contraceptive methods give you this protection so it is wise to use condoms as well as any other method if you want to keep yourselves safe.
The most common types of contraception are the pill, male and female condoms, diaphragms, IUD's, sponges, vaginal rings and natural methods. Everyone has different needs and what will be suitable for one person won't be right for another. It's best to do a bit of research and find out what's best for you.
You can pick up information leaflets from your doctor, any Family Planning Clinic or the Brook Advisory Centre (0117 929 0090).
If you have had sex without a condom, or you think your contraception may not have worked, it is still possible to prevent pregnancy by either:
- Taking two special doses of the pill that must be started within 72 hours of unprotected sex.
- Having a coil fitted within 5 days of unprotected sex. Emergency contraception is free but you need to act quickly.
For emergency contraception and condoms The Old School Surgery, Fishponds, houses a Contraception & Sexual Health Clinic on Friday mornings from 10am. Another option is to contact your Doctor.
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