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As one of the largest cities in Europe, you'll find an incredible range of health care resources in London. Even better, many of these services are accessible to the public and free of charge, supported by the National Health Service (NHS). Many sexual health services run separately from the NHS and do not require any visa checks. In the United Kingdom, contraception is legal and diverse in choices, but remember that a prescription is required for all but emergency contraception. To obtain emergency contraception (the morning after pill), it's recommended to visit a special clinic for EC if you're under 16. You can find ellaOne, the longest-lasting EC, in the United Kingdom. For STI testing and support, there are many free and anonymous facilities in London. If you are interested in a public testing facilities, Better2Know is recommended. For menstrual needs, you'll be able to find common products, like pads and tampons, as well as less commonly used products, like menstrual cups, at select UK sellers. Maternity leave is covered for women under certain conditions for up to 52 weeks. Finally, abortion is generally legal, but there are certain restrictions and requirements that should be observed. | As one of the largest cities in Europe, you'll find an incredible range of health care resources in London. Even better, many of these services are accessible to the public and free of charge, supported by the National Health Service (NHS). Many sexual health services run separately from the NHS and do not require any visa checks. In the United Kingdom, contraception is legal and diverse in choices, but remember that a prescription is required for all but emergency contraception. To obtain emergency contraception (the morning after pill), it's recommended to visit a special clinic for EC if you're under 16. You can find ellaOne, the longest-lasting EC, in the United Kingdom. For STI testing and support, there are many free and anonymous facilities in London. If you are interested in a public testing facilities, Better2Know is recommended. For menstrual needs, you'll be able to find common products, like pads and tampons, as well as less commonly used products, like menstrual cups, at select UK sellers. Maternity leave is covered for women under certain conditions for up to 52 weeks. Finally, abortion is generally legal, but there are certain restrictions and requirements that should be observed. | ||
==Contraception== | ==Contraception (Birth Control)== | ||
'''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, also known as "birth control," including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here]. | '''General Note:''' There are many types of contraceptives, also known as "birth control," including IUDs, oral contraceptives, patches, shots, and condoms, etc. If you would like to view a full list, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/birth-control here]. | ||
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===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
==Emergency Contraception== | ==Emergency Contraception (Morning After Pill)== | ||
'''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. | '''Important Notes:''' Emergency contraception may prevent pregnancy for three days (72 hours) and sometimes five days (120 hours) after unprotected sex. Take EC '''as soon as possible''' after unprotected sex. If you don't have access to dedicated EC, oral contraceptives can be used as replacement EC, but remember the following: 1) Only some contraceptives work as EC 2) Different contraceptives require different dosages and time schedules to work as EC 3) You must only use the first 21 pills in 28-day packs and 4) They may be less effective than dedicated EC. For general information on emergency contraceptives, click [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/morning-after-pill-emergency-contraception here] and [http://ec.princeton.edu/info/ecp.html here]. | ||