If you are living in County Durham or Darlington you can order a free testing kit for Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis and HIV from the link below:
https://sh24.org.uk/
or you can order a free HIV test by visiting https://freetesting.hiv/
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 aged between 16 and 24 you can collect an easy to complete Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea test from most pharmacies in County Durham or you can book an appointment at one of our clinics.
'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