Market engagement Event for for SRH Primary Care Recommissioning

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Lewisham Council commission a variety of services within Pharmacies and GP Surgeries to meet the needs of our residents. These Services aim to help and support local communities to access contraception, medication and harm reduction interventions for drug and alcohol based on their level of need. Ahead of recommissioning we are holding 2 market events on the following dates: • 22nd May – 2pm-3pm • 24th May – 3pm-4pm To discuss recommissioning of the following services: • LARC (Long Acting Reversible Contraception) – LARC refers to a number of reversible, long-acting contraceptive methods including implants and “the coil” which release hormones into the womb which reduce the chance of sperm reaching the egg. They can currently be accessed across Lewisham on an appointment basis. • Condom Distribution – Condoms are the only type of contraception that can both prevent pregnancy and protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Residents aged 16-25 within the borough can access free condoms from sites across Lewisham. Residents older than 25 can also access free condoms from sexual health clinics and all GPs within Lewisham. • EHC (Emergency Hormonal Contraception) – EHC can prevent pregnancy after unprotected sex or if the contraception you have used has failed – for example, a condom has split or you have missed a pill. • Needle Exchange – This service provides free new needles for residents who inject drugs as a harm reduction programme to prevent injury and blood borne viruses. • Supervised Consumption (SAMS) – This services provides free methadone prescriptions to service users who are aiming to reduce or stop misusing opiates. • Vitamin D – Vitamin D helps to keep bones, teeth and muscles healthy. Free Vitamin D can currently be accessed at Pharmacies across Lewisham Keywords: health care