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For information on different contraception methods available through the NHS, including where to access them and guidance on choosing the right method for you, visit the NHS Contraception guide.

Free condoms – C-Card scheme

Young people aged 13-24 can access free condoms through the Come Correct (C-Card) scheme. Once registered, you can collect condoms or get advice from any outlet displaying the Come Correct logo.

For more information and to register, visit the Come Correct website. 

Emergency contraception

There are two main types of emergency contraception:

  1. Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC): Commonly known as the "morning after pill," it's most effective when taken as soon as possible after unprotected sex. Available at local pharmacies. If you cannot access this from the pharmacy then please book an emergency contraception appointment online through All East
  2. Emergency Intrauterine Device (IUD): The most effective form of emergency contraception. To access an emergency IUD, you can walk into the sexual health clinical at Ambrose King Centre or call 020 7480 4737.
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For more information on help after sexual abuse, please see our directory about support services for sexual abuse (including online sexual abuse).  

If you are a child or young person you can find out more information on support services for children and young people.  

If you are concerned about the welfare or safety of a child/young person, you should contact the Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub or call the police on 999 if the child is in immediate danger.

Female Genital Cutting (FGC) support

Support services for women affected by FGC include:

  • Primrose Clinic, Mile End Hospital - a community-based clinic that offers a range of support services and a reversal service for women affected by FGM. 
    Address: Bancroft Road, E1 4DG
    Phone: 020 7377 7898 
  • Sister Circle – women’s charity organisation that provides holistic support for women experiencing health complications as a result of cutting.
    Website: Visit Sister Circle for more information. 
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Clinic S – provided by All East, is a free and confidential service to women, men, trans and gender non-binary individuals, working in the sex or adult entertainment industry for sexual health. 

Support services – you can find more information about accessing wider support such as Beyond the Streets using our support services section.

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All sexual health services and clinics in the borough are confidential and professional services which are fast and free to use and delivered by friendly professionals.

Additional support is available through:

  • Elop - is a local holistic lesbian and gay mental health charity based in East London that offers a range of social, emotional and support services to LGBT communities, and core services include advice and information, counselling and young people’s services. Visit elop for more information. 
  • London Friend – LGBT charity that support the health and mental wellbeing of the LGBT community in and around London. Visit London Friend. 
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