Free Chlamydia & Gonorrhoea Testing at The University Health Centre
- It couldn’t be easier to get tested, we are now offering Free testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea, for all our patients
- You don’t need to book an appointment with a GP or Nurse
- Just call into the Health Centre and speak to one of our receptionists, or collect a token from the Health Centre which will be swapped for a testing kit, with full instructions
- You can even do the test while you are here, or take it home with you
- We will send you a text with your results and further information should you test positive.
If you want anymore information please call in to see us, we are always happy to help.
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HIV Screening
The only way to find out if you have HIV is to have a HIV test, as symptoms of HIV may not appear for many years. Nowadays, HIV is an entirely treatable condition.
If diagnosed and treated early, people living with HIV can enjoy a completely normal life and they are no longer infectious to others. However, one in ten people infected are not yet aware of their condition. Therefore, we now offer a routine HIV testing to every student who attends for a routine blood, NHS health checks and new patient registration.
The blood test is the most accurate test, and it takes a few days for the results. If the test is positive, you will be referred to a specialist HIV clinic for some more tests and a discussion about your treatment options. If you do not receive a phone call or a text message with your result within 2 weeks you should do one of the following:· Call the health centre· Check your NHS app for the result· Check your MyGP app for the result
If you don’t know your HIV status please visit us or call us and book your free HIV blood test.
For more information HIV and AIDS – Diagnosis –
NHS (www.nhs.uk)HIV support services
George House Trust – https://ght.org.uk/
Towards Positive Practice – https://ght.org.uk/sites/ght.org.uk/files/sites/default/files/civicrm/custom/979/towards_positive_practice.pdf
Peer Mentoring Video – https://youtu.be/K31tkuhx0Mo
Greater Manchester Passionate about Sexual Health [PaSH] Partnership – https://gmpash.org.uk/
What is HIV PrEP?
PrEP is a medication than can lower the chances of getting HIV when taken as prescribed.
PrEP stands for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis:
Pre= Before
Exposure= Coming into contact with
Prophylaxis= Prevention
So PrEP is a medication that is taken before you come into contact with HIV to prevent getting HIV virus.
HOW DOES IT WORK AND IS IT SAFE?
PrEP creates a barrier in the body that can stop HIV from replicating and taking hold. If taken correctly, HIV PrEP is highly effective at stopping HIV being passed on.
HIV PrEP tablets contain two drugs called Tenofovir and Emtricitabine in a single tablet. These drugs have been used in HIV care for many years.
PrEP is safe to use with all hormonal contraception, HRT for menopause and gender-affirming hormones.
WHERE CAN YOU GET HIV PrEP?
We are NOT able to provide HIV PrEP at the Health Centre .
HIV PrEP is available for free on the NHS from Sexual Health Clinics.
Our local Sexual Health clinic is at :
Lanceburn Health Centre
Churchill Way
Salford, M6 5QX 0161 206 1099
You can find more information about PrEP on the NHS website.
About Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Lance Burn Health Centre
There are still emergency options and urgent services available for your sexual health including young people if needed.
Salford’s Sexual Health service is currently operating from the Lance Burn Health Centre, Churchill Way, Salford but no walk-in services are available.
Appointments can be offered but please do not attend any appointments if you have any of the COVID-19 symptoms or are in the isolation period of seven or 14 days.
Staff will assess you by phone and will arrange for you to collect medication if necessary, by appointment only.
You can contact the service on 01204 390771 or 0161 206 1099/1094 between 8am and 5pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday and 8am to 8pm on Tuesday and Thursday.
The Northern Contraception, Sexual Health & HIV service
THE HATHERSAGE CENTRE (HUB)
Tel: 0161 701 1555
280 Upper Brook St
Manchester
M13 OFH
Provide the service across North, Central and South Manchester, Stockport, Tameside and Trafford, offering a free, confidential and friendly service.
Same day telephone consultations are available to book online 08:30 every morning Monday to Friday
Explore the website to see what they do and where they do it ….The Northern Contraception Sexual health service & HIV Service
The clinic in Manchester is
Email: [email protected]
Opening times
| Method | Time frame | Days of the week | |
| Online Booking | Online | 8:30am | Monday – Friday |
| Contraception Line | 0161 701 1523 | 12pm – 3pm | Monday – Friday |
| Emergency Line | 0161 701 1513 | 9:00am – 3:00pm 9:15am – 11:15am | Monday – Friday Saturday |
| General Enquiries/ Reception | 0161 701 1555 | 9:00am – 3:30pm | Monday – Friday |
All the clinics are closed on public and bank holidays
MyCity Health – Sexual Wellbeing
Get help making the right choices to stay safe and healthy with your sexual partners. Learn more about enjoying sex, contraception and STI`s for all ages and orientations.
Brook
Brook provides free and confidential sexual health and wellbeing services for nearly 250,000 young people UK-wide each year.
Sexual Health Helpline
The national sexual helpline provided by Public Health England is open Monday to Friday 09:00 – 20:00
Telephone: 0300 123 7123
Sexual Health – Salford CCG
Good sexual health is important for overall health and wellbeing. Safer sex helps to reduce the risks of picking up or passing on sexually transmitted infections and from unwanted pregnancy.
Lots of us will have problems with sex from time to time. There is no need to be embarrassed – help and support is available.
For more detailed information about relationships and general sexual health and wellbeing, go to