Unprotected sex means you:
- Didn’t use a condom or it broke
- Didn’t use contraception
- Missed your usual dose of contraception.
Preventing pregnancy
Emergency contraception can help prevent an unplanned pregnancy. It’s free and available without a prescription from:
- Pharmacies (often the quickest option)
- Your GP
- Sandyford
It’s important to act quickly because the sooner you take emergency contraception, the more effective it is.
Emergency contraception is only available from Sandyford by calling us on 0141 211 8130.
Learn more about emergency contraception on NHS inform.
Reducing the risk of HIV
If you think you’ve been exposed to HIV it is important to act quickly. You may be able to take PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis), a short course of medication that can help prevent infection.
PEP is most effective when taken as soon as possible but must be taken within 72 hours after exposure. Find out more.
Testing for for STIs
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can be passed on through:
- Unprotected sex (you didn’t use a condom or it broke)
- Some skin-to-skin contact during sexual activity
Many STIs don’t show symptoms, so you or your partner might not know you have one. The only way to know is to get tested.
Find out how to get tested at Sandyford