There are many different methods of contraception available to suit different people at different times in their lives.

It is important to find the right method for you and for your partner. How effective any contraception is depends on how carefully and consistently you use it, however no form of contraception is 100% effective. Also, most methods of contraception do not protect you from sexually transmitted infections. This is why its probably a good idea to go Double Dutch and use condoms alongside your regular form of contraception for added protection. All methods of contraception are free for men and women and can be obtained from your local sexual health clinic or GP.

Contraception services provide free and confidential advice and supplies for the prevention of unwanted pregnancy e.g. emergency contraception, contraceptive pills, injections, coils, implants, referral for abortion and condoms.

All sexual health services are confidential even if you’re under 16.

Sex Sense : A free and confidential drop in service for young people

Mon 4.00-6.00pm
First Base, 1 London Road, North End PO1 0BQ

Tues 4.00-5.30pm
Bransbury Park, Eastney Community Centre, Bransbury Road, Eastney PO4 9SU

Wed 3.00-5.00pm
Go For It, Portsmouth & Southsea Train Station, Station Road PO1 1EQ

Wed 1.00-2.30pm
Healthy Living Centre, 219-225 Allaway Avenue, Paulsgrove PO6 4HG
http://www.739sense.co.uk/

Is an appointment necessary?

No - Emergencies, urgent advice and supplies are available at all walk-in clinics. You may need an appointment for some procedures like coil fitting.

Ella Gordon Unit

The Ella Gordon Unit is located in the main parking area at the front of St Mary’s Hospital, Milton Road, Portsmouth PO3 6AD.

Tel: 02392 866301

Walk-in sessions, no appointment needed:
Mon 9.00 - 11.00am, 5.00 - 7.00pm
Tue 9.00 - 11.00am, 5.00 - 7.00pm
Wed 9.00 - 11.00am, 5.00 - 7.00pm
Thur 9.00 - 11.00am
Fri 9.00 - 11.00am, 4.00 - 6.00pm
Nurse led (no doctor available).

Repeat pill and injection clinics, no appointment needed:
Mon 8.30 - 9.00am, 4.00 - 4.30pm
Tue 8.30 - 9.00am, 4.00 - 4.30pm
Wed 8.30 - 9.00am, 4.00 - 4.30pm
Thur 8.30 - 9.00am
Fri 8.30 - 9.00am, 4.00 - 4.30pm
Nurse led (no doctor available).

Cosham

Cosham Health Centre, Vectis Way, Cosham PO6 3AW. (Off the High Street, close to Barclay’s Bank)

Tel: 02392 819888

Tue 4.00 - 6.00pm
Wed 1.00 - 3.00pm
Thur 1.00 - 3.00pm
Nurse led (no doctor available).

Portsea

John Pounds Medical Centre, Aylward Street, Portsea PO1 3DU.

Tel: 02392 832643 (clinic time only)

Tue 1.30 - 3.30pm Nurse led (no doctor available).

Somers Town

Somers Town Health Centre, Blackfriars Close, Southsea PO5 4NJ. (Near the fire station)

Tel: 02392 851180

Thur 9.00 - 11.00am Nurse led (no doctor available).

Paulsgrove

Mon 3.00-5.00pm Healthy Living Centre, 219-225 Allaway Avenue, Paulsgrove PO6 4HG