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…HIV Testing
HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. Once someone has been infected with HIV it will remain in the body for life. There is no cure but there are now treatments which keep the virus under…
Getting Checked for STIs
Below are some frequently asked questions about getting tested for STIs, answered.
I don’t speak English, can I still attend a clinic or appointment?
Yes, we have access
… to explain this. If you are under 16 then you may be contacted by a nurse to ensure that home testing is the best option for your needs, before a kit is sent out. We will send a Text message…
…If you live in Calderdale you can access home testing for Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea for free by filling out a simple form, and a kit will be posted out to your home address.
… with satellite clinics in Todmorden and Brighouse. This provides a ‘one stop shop’ for testing and treatment for genital infections, all methods of contraception and HIV care. Click here for…
The Calderdale sexual health service is still open! we are open 6 days a week at broad street and have outreach clinics in Brighouse and Todmorden, opening times are detailed on this page.
… infection (and contraception), so just click on the condom or femidom to find out a bit more.
STI testing and treatment
Please use the links below to discover more about non sexually and sexually…
… up the infection from a previous partner without even knowing it.
How can I be tested?
Testing for trichomonas infection is quick and straightforward but if you or your partner are worried…
… have one) have completed treatment.
Does my partner need treatment?
Yes your partner needs testing and treating and you need not have any sexual contact sex until you both complete treatment. …
