Watledge Surgery

Clinics Sexual Health

Advice on contraception, emergency contraception reproductive health and sexual health problems are available from a doctor of the gender of your choice. All advice is completely confidential, whatever the age of the person seeking it.

We are C-card registered and young people can access contraception services at the practice on production of their card. If you don't have a C-card you can register here for one (see below).

If you are planning a baby, pre-conceptual advice is available from the doctors and practice nurses.

Chlamydia Screening

We can offer a self-test chlamydia screen to all 15 to 24-year-olds, both male and female. This is a totally confidential service. To obtain a kit just ask at reception or when you see the nurse or doctor.

Emergency Contraception

We are able to offer emergency contraception in the surgery to all those aged between 15 and 24. There is no need for an appointment or a prescription. This is a totally confidential service. Just ask at reception and they will get a nurse to speak or contact you.

We are a C-Card Registration Point

You can register at the surgery with the practice nurse and then you will be entitled to supply of condoms whenever you show your card to the receptionist. This service is open to all between the ages of 15-24.

You do not need to be registered here as a patient. Even if you got your C-card from somewhere else you can still use it here at the surgery.

Drop-in Clinic

This is available for young people who require advice on contraception and sexual health emergency. An appointment is not required.

Stopping Smoking

Why Stop?

Over 100,000 people die each year in the UK from smoking-related diseases. Every cigarette shortens your life by an average of five and a half minutes. Babies of smokers are, on average, 200 grams lighter than those of non-smokers.

How To Stop

It is all about motivation. Without the real desire to stop, you won't succeed. Set a date soon when you intend to stop. Tell all your friends, relations and work colleagues that you're giving up on that day and ask for their support. On the big day, keep busy. Avoid situations where the desire to smoke will be strongest, such as whilst driving.

Finally, put away the money that you would have spent on cigarettes each day to save up for some special treat as a reward.

Remember, you're a non-smoker.

All our practice nurses offer help to stop smoking - for your first consultation please book a double appointment.

Please download the questionnaire below and bring it with you.

Click here to download the stop smoking questionnaire

 

Advice For Travellers

If you are making plans to travel abroad, please complete a travel questionnaire (deliver to reception) and make an appointment with the practice nurse.

Click here to download the travel questionnaire

You should allow four weeks for any necessary immunisations (eight weeks if complete courses of tetanus and/or polio are needed). There may be a charge for non-NHS injections and anti-malarial tablets can only be given by private prescription.

Pack a small first aid kit containing:

• Adhesive dressings
• Insect repellent
• Antiseptic cream
• Water purification tablets
• Rehydration sachets

When abroad, check on the quality of drinking water - if in doubt, drink only bottled water.
Beware of the sun! Minimise exposure, use a wide-brimmed hat and use a high factor sunscreen, particularly in the first few days. Children and babies should be closely watched so that they do not get burned.
On your return, if you fall ill or have a fever, don’t forget to tell your doctor that you have travelled abroad.