If you’re worried about how you’re treating your partner or ex-partner, Make a Change Newcastle offers free, confidential support to help you build healthier relationships and change harmful behaviour. The service also provides support for partners, families and professionals, with a focus on safety, accountability and lasting change.
Termination of pregnancy services are offered by Newcastle Hospitals. Follow the link to find out more and self-refer:
Nexplanon Contraceptive Implant Guidance on the use of the Nexplanon contraceptive implant was updated in May 2026. Implants can now be used safely and effectively for up to 5 years. What is Nexplannon? Nexplanon is a small, flexible plastic rod that is inserted under the skin of your upper arm. It releases a steady, low … Continued
Sexual Health The NHS has a range of free, confidential sexual health services. You don’t need to see a GP before contact sexual health services. These services cover contraception, testing for sexually transmitted diseases (STIs), and advice on unplanned pregnancies. You can use any of these services even if you are under 16 years old. … Continued
Family Planning and Fertility Most couples who are trying to get pregnant will likely conceive within a year of trying. If you haven’t become pregnant after 12 months of regular, unprotected sex, then it is worth seeing your GP. If you are female and over 36 or have any other concerns about your overall … Continued
Cervical Screening Saves Lives.
Getting the correct information about cervical screening – or smear tests – and HPV is vital.
Here are our myth busters about HPV and Cervical Screening.
