If you are living in County Durham or Darlington you can order a free testing kit for Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis and HIV by clicking the link below:
https://sh24.org.uk/
Remember the best way to protect yourself from STI's is to use a condom. These are FREE with C-Card if you're 13-24 or from your local Sexual Health Clinic. Visit our Free Condoms section for advice, information and how to access.
What if I don't want a testing kit posted home?
If you are 16 or over you can collect an easy to complete test from most pharmacies in County Durham or you can book an appointment at one of our Contraception and Sexual Health clinics (CaSH) in Durham by ringing the Central Booking Line on: 0191 372 8700 or in Darlington 01325 743 203. You can also book a Sexual Health Hub (GUM) appointment at Durham (0191 333 2660 / 0191 333 2661), Bishop Auckland (01388 455 700) or Darlington (01325 743 203). Please call the clinic reception during clinic hours. Click here for Durham residents Sexual Health Hub (GUM) timetable or click here for Darlington residents Sexual Health Hub (GUM) timetable.
'As I was very, very nervous, I must have been the worst patient ever and they were brilliant with me and I can't thank them enough - could you please pass on my sincere thanks.'
Patient, Hysteroscopy Unit, Chester-le-Street Community Hospital
