Contraception
Certain methods of contraception don’t just protect women from getting pregnant, but can also help avoid the transfer of Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs).
Read on to find out more about different types of contraception and whether they offer any protection from STIs.
The following leaflets are produced by Family Planning association (FPA):
Abortion
Bodywork
Combined pill
Condom
Contraceptive implant
Contraceptive injection
Contraceptive patch
Diaphragms and caps
Emergency contraception
Guide to contraception
Guide to contraception after delivery
IUD
IUS
Long Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC)
Natural family planning
Pregnant and don’t know what to do
Progesterone only pill
Sterilisation
Vaginal ring
Some contraception can be supplied at Manchester Centre for Sexual Health.
Emergency contraception can be supplied at any time at Manchester Centre for Sexual Health.
If you solely looking for contraception services, you may wish to visit another clinic such as Palatine.
There are family planning clinics throughout Greater Manchester.
The Greater Manchester Sexual Health Network website has more information on how to find out where your local clinic is.
You can also see your GP about contraception.
Family planning clinics
| Contraception and Sexual Health Services(CASH) | |
| The Palatine Contraception and Sexual Health Services are available at 4 locations across Manchester.
The Palatine Contraception and Sexual Health Services | www.manchester.nhs.uk |
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| Forum Health Simonsway Wythenshawe Manchester M22 5RX 0161 4353509 |
Withington Community Hospital Nell Lane Withington Manchester M20 2LR 0161 2173553 |
The Palatine CASH at the Hathersage Centre
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Higher Openshaw Primary Care Centre Ashton Old Road Higher Openshaw Manchester M11 1JG 0161 3712100 |
| Patient advice line open weekdays 2.30-3.30pm on 0161 2173553/9011555 | |
