Talking About Condoms Condoms, when correctly and consistently used, help to make sex safer. They help to protect against sexually transmitted infections including HIV, the virus which causes AIDS, and against unintended pregnancy. They're available in all sorts of colours, shapes, flavours, textures and sizes. The range and choice can make them fun to use. It is important to use one properly every time you have sex.
Availability can vary from one area to another.
What is emergency contraception If you have had sex without using contraception, or you think your contraception may have failed, you may be able to use emergency contraception. If you act quickly, this can usually prevent pregnancy. Emergency IUD which can be fitted up to 5 days from the time you had sex. Once it has been fitted you can keep it as a regular method of contraception. Where to get emergency contraception Emergency contraception can only be prescribed by a doctor but can sometimes be given out by a nurse by prior agreement with the doctor.