Mental Health Support for Children and Young People

Please visit the following website my self-referral that is aimed at young people under the age of 18, their parents or carers looking for mental health information, support and you can complete a self-referral.

Childhood Immunisation Programme

Routine vaccinations are offered free of charge on the NHS to all babies & children in the UK, most of which are administered here at the surgery.

For details of the vaccinations and when they are given visit:

NHS Choices - Childhood Immunisation Programme

HPV Vaccination

Since 2008 girls aged 12-13 have been vaccinated against human pappilloma virus (HPV), also known as the cervical cancer jab. The programme is delivered largely through secondary schools, and consists of three injections that are given over a six month period.

What is Human Pappilloma virus (HPV)?

Human papilloma virus (HPV) is the name of a family of viruses that affect the skin and the moist membranes that line your body, such as those in your cervix, anus, mouth and throat. These membranes are called the mucosa.

There are more than 100 different types of HPV viruses, with about 40 types affecting the genital area. These are classed as high risk and low risk.

How do you get HPV?

Types of HPV that affect the skin can be passed on by skin contact with an affected person. The types of HPV that affect the mouth and throat can be passed on through kissing. Genital HPV is usually spread through intimate, skin to skin, contact during sex. You can have the genital HPV virus for years and not have any sign of it.

How can HPV cause cervical cancer?

Most HPV infections are harmless or cause genital warts, however some types can cause cervical cancer. Most HPV infections clear up by themselves, but in some cases the infection can last a long time. HPV infects the cells of the surface of the cervix where it can stay for many years without you knowing.

The HPV virus can damage these cells leading to changes in their appearance. Over time, these changes can develop into cervical cancer. The purpose of cervical screening (smear tests) is to detect these changes, which, if picked up early enough, can be treated to prevent cancer happening. If they are left untreated, cancer can develop and may lead to serious illness and death.

Health For Teens

A new website has been developed by school nurses and over 80 young people from Leicestershire's secondary schools to support teens with their mental and physical health and wellbeing. It features interactive content, films and quizzes. It covers topics including exam stress, anger management, spots, alcohol, relationships and much more. Please follow the link to view the site www.healthforteens.co.uk

Sexual Health

Both men and women need to look after their sexual health and take time to understand the issues that surround contraception and sexually transmitted infections (STI's).

Useful Resources:

Sex & Young People

NHS Guide to the questions you may have about sex.

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Issues, symptoms and treatments

FPA - The Sexual Health Charity

Sexual health advice and information on sexually transmitted infections, contraception, pregnancy and abortion.

Contraceptive & GUM Services:

Leicester Sexual Health Services Tel: 0300 124 0102

https://leicestersexualhealth.nhs.uk/

Lines are open:
Monday to Thursday: 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday: 9:30am - 4pm
Lines are closed 12 - 1pm
Saturday: 11am - 3pm

Local Clinics: https://leicestersexualhealth.nhs.uk/leicester-sexual-health/all-clinics

Leicester Haymarket, 1st Floor, Haymarket Shopping Centre Leicester LE1 3Y

Loughborough Health Centre, Pinfold Gate Loughborough LE11 1DQ

Contraception

We offer many forms of contraception here at the surgery which include:

Oral contraceptive pill
Contraceptive injection
Implants
Intrauterine device (IUD) also known as 'The Coil'
Emergency contraception

Make an appointment to discuss which form of contraception is right for you.

For more information: NHS Choices - contraception

Chlamydia

Chlamydia is a commonly diagnosed sexually transmitted infection among the under 25's. Often there are no symptoms, but testing and treatment are simple.

Chlamydia trachomatis is a bacteria, which is found in the semen and vaginal fluids of men and women who have the infection. Chlamydia is easily passed from one person to another through sexual contact. Anyone who is sexually active can get it and pass it on. You don't need to have lots of sexual partners.

To get tested:

https://leicestersexualhealth.nhs.uk/sti

OR Please call 0300 124 0102 for more information and appointments

For more information: NHS Choices - focus on Chlamydia