Contraception and pregnancy testing
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Contraception - including free condoms by post - and pregnancy testing.
Community pharmacists may be able to provide some methods of contraception free of charge.
Important: Contraception information at NHS inform
- Using contraception
- Why contraception is used
- Deciding what’s best for you
- Contraception you need to think about every time you have sex
- Contraception you need to take every day
- Contraception methods that prevent STIs
- Contraception used as treatment
- Contraception methods that last months or years
- Permanent contraception methods
- Information in other languages and formats
Free condoms by post
Condoms can prevent HIV, sexually transmitted infections and unintended pregnancies.
There is a wide range of condoms available. Find out what type suits you, and make sure you have the right fit.
Complete the form for your area below to order free condoms and/or lube. These will be delivered in plain packaging to your chosen address.
This is a free and confidential service and we only ask for your name and address in order to process your order. Personal details will not be kept on record beyond 3 months.
For Highland area residents
Highland - order condoms by postFor Argyll and Bute area residents
Argyll and Bute - order condoms by postFree condoms are also available through some GP practice and local community pharmacy, as well as some school nurse health teams, youth workers and alcohol and drug teams. Please contact these directly for more information.
Pregnancy testing
Pregnancy tests are available to buy in pharmacies and supermarkets.
Some GP practices are also able to do pregnancy testing.
Sexual health
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Sexual health
NHS Highland provides a range of sexual health services, also known as sexual and reproductive health services.
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Sexual health services for young people
Sexual and reproductive health services available in the Highland and Argyll and Bute areas for young people.
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Contraception and pregnancy testing
Contraception - including free condoms by post - and pregnancy testing.
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Emergency contraception
Emergency contraception can prevent pregnancy after you’ve had sex.
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Referral for termination of pregnancy
If you would like support with an unintended pregnancy it is best to seek help as soon as is practical.
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HIV testing, PrEP and PEP
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Menopause support
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Gender identity
Gender identity services, referral and signposting to further support and information.
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Help after rape or sexual assault
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