Healthy Living Pharmacy
Oral Contraception
We are proud to offer the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service, a pivotal addition to our community healthcare offerings. This service is designed to provide accessible, convenient, and professional advice and support for those seeking contraception in Liverpool. As a local community pharmacy, we aim to complement local government actions in supporting sexual health services and widening access to contraception, particularly in high-risk and vulnerable communities.
Key Features of Our Pharmacy Contraception Service
Ongoing Monitoring and Supply of Oral Contraception: Our pharmacists provide continuous support for individuals who are already using oral contraception. Regular consultations ensure that your contraceptive method remains suitable and effective for your needs.
Initiation of Oral Contraception: Our service includes the initiation of oral contraception. Individuals can now have a confidential consultation with our pharmacists to start using the contraceptive pill, bypassing the need to visit a GP or sexual health clinic.
Supplies via Patient Group Direction (PGD): Supplies of oral contraception are made under a Patient Group Direction, allowing pharmacists to dispense contraceptive pills directly.
Benefits of the Service
Greater Choice and Access: The service aims to offer more options for individuals considering starting or continuing their current form of oral contraception. This is particularly beneficial in providing wider access to healthcare in Liverpool, especially for high-risk communities and vulnerable patients.
Health Inequality Reduction: By making contraception more accessible, we help address health inequalities, ensuring that everyone in Liverpool has access to the contraceptive support they need.
Increased Capacity in Primary Care: Our service helps create additional capacity in primary care and sexual health clinics by managing ongoing contraceptive supplies, thus supporting the demand for more complex health assessments.
How the Service Works
Self-Referral or Professional Referral: Individuals can either self-refer or be referred by their GP, sexual health clinic, or equivalent services. Our pharmacists may also identify suitable individuals and offer the service to them.
Confidential Consultation: During a confidential consultation, our pharmacists will discuss your contraceptive needs and reach a shared decision on the best course of action. This ensures that the contraception provided is clinically appropriate for you.
No Prescription Charges: As this is an NHS service, the supply of oral contraception is exempt from any prescription charges, making it an affordable option for everyone.
GP Notification (With Consent): While you do not need to be registered with a GP to access this service, we will inform your GP practice about your use of the service, provided you give your consent.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Pharmacy Contraception Service, you must be an individual seeking to be initiated on an oral contraception (OC), or an individual seeking to obtain a further supply of their ongoing OC, including: Combined Oral Contraceptive (COC) – from menarche up to and including 49 years of age, or Progestogen Only Pill (POP) – from menarche up to and including 54 years of age.
Why Contraception Matters
Contraception is a vital aspect of public health, contributing to the well-being and autonomy of individuals. In Liverpool, providing accessible contraception services supports our diverse and dynamic community. By offering the NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service, our Healthy Living Pharmacies play a significant role in ensuring everyone has the information and resources they need to make informed decisions about their reproductive health.
Why Choose Healthy Living Pharmacies?
Our Healthy Living Pharmacies in Liverpool are committed to delivering comprehensive healthcare services, and the Pharmacy Contraception Service is a key component of our efforts to improve community health. By offering this service, we alleviate the burden on general practice, allowing GPs to focus on more specialist services. Our trained and skilled community pharmacists are equipped to provide ongoing support and supply for oral contraception, ensuring that you have reliable access to your contraceptive needs.
Our Commitment to You
At our Healthy Living Pharmacies in Liverpool, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services that meet the needs of our community. The NHS Pharmacy Contraception Service is just one of the many ways we strive to support your health and well-being. Our trained pharmacists are here to offer professional, confidential, and compassionate care, ensuring that you have access to the contraception services you need, when you need them.
Get Contraception in Liverpool
If you have any questions or would like to book a consultation to get contraception in Liverpool please contact our team. Your health and well-being are our top priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way.
