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Sexuality is a very personal matter and ‘coming out’ - telling others you’re gay, lesbian, bisexual, trans, queer, questioning or ace (LGBTQ+) - can be daunting. Though attitudes continue to
Sexuality is sometimes a difficult term to define as it can mean different things to different people. Generally, it is used to describe how people express themselves in a sexual
A condom is perhaps the simplest way to avoid an unplanned pregnancy – and also the best way to avoid an unwanted sexually transmitted infection! Like anything, for a condom
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.
