Thank you for sending in a referral to the
Essex Sexual Health Service 1:1 education and early intervention program.

Your referral will be assessed for suitability in line with our 1:1 criteria, and you will receive a response within 10 working days.

You may be asked to provide further information about this young person, if we are unsure whether they meet criteria – we ask that this is provided within 7 working days of the request in order for us to process referrals in a timely manner.

If you have any further questions or queries please contact provide.essexyoungpeople@nhs.net .

Have a great day!

Essex Sexual Health Service – Outreach and Education Team

Did you know that the emergency contraception pill (effective for up to 5 days as emergency contraception) is now available for FREE at most pharmacies across England from October 2025?

Please click here to find your nearest pharmacy.

It is advised that you call the pharmacy ahead of attending to check that there is a prescribing pharmacist on site that day.

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