Emergency contraception
Emergency contraception can stop you getting pregnant after unprotected sex (sex without contraception or when contraception might have failed).
Emergency contraception can stop you getting pregnant after unprotected sex (sex without contraception or when contraception might have failed).
You need to use emergency contraception within 3 to 5 days of having unprotected sex.
The sooner you use emergency contraception, the more effective it usually is.
Emergency contraception is completely free from NHS sexual health clinics and GP surgeries.
There are 2 types of emergency contraception:
- an IUD (intrauterine device) also called a copper coil
- the emergency contraceptive pill (also called the morning after pill)
Where can you get emergency contraception from in Havering?
You can use the NHS 'Find emergency contraception' tool to find services that provide free emergency contraception at locations that are convenient for you.
Services where you can access emergency contraception include:
- A number of pharmacies in Havering
- A sexual health clinic
- Your GP practice
You can get the morning-after pill (emergency hormonal contraception) for free without needing a GP appointment.
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