Devon Sexual Health

05/02/2026

If you’ve been r**ed or s*xually assaulted and don't know where to turn, you can turn to us. SARCs provide more than just medical care – they’re here for you, when you need them. You can call 24 hours a day to make an appointment. Go to NHS.uk/SARCs to find out more, including your nearest service.

03/02/2026

Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week is an annual UK national week to raise awareness of s*xual abuse and violence and to provide an opportunity for discussion around these issues.
Local support is available through Devon & Cornwall s*xual assault referral centres, based in Exeter, Plymouth and Truro.
If you need help or support, call their 24-hour information line: 0300 303 4626

02/02/2026

02/02/2026

The Stop It Now campaign is aimed at raising awareness of child s*xual abuse and signposting to anonymous, safe support for anyone who is worried about their, or someone else's, online behaviour.
They have a confidential helpline: 0808 1000 900

29/01/2026

If you’ve tested positive for an STI, it’s important to be treated to protect your health.
And it's important to let your partner(s) know so they can protect their health.
Sexual health clinics can help with partner notification to help prevent the spread of infections and protect everyone's s*xual health.

27/01/2026

For all your s*xual advice, help and support, visit the Devon Sexual Health website.
Supporting you to have healthy, safe and worry-free s*x.

➡ devons*xualhealth.nhs.uk

25/01/2026

Our s*xual health clinics have drop-in appointments for young people with no appointment necessary.
Come and talk to us about STI testing, contraception and more.
18 and under
Castle Circus Health Centre, Torquay – Tues 2.30 – 5.30pm
Devon Sexual Health, NHS Walk-in Centre, Sidwell Street, Exeter – Tues 3.30 – 5.30pm
21 and under
First Floor, Barnstaple Health Centre – Weds 2.30 – 5.00pm

23/01/2026

Our clinics are confidential and non-judgemental so you can discuss all your s*xual health needs in confidence.
Thank you for this amazing feedback.

22/01/2026

Starting Thursday February 5, our Holsworthy s*xual health clinic will be held weekly at the Community Hospital from 9.30am - 4.00pm.
Clinics are appointment only and can be booked through our Barnstaple clinic 0300 303 3989.

20/01/2026

Often mistaken for food poisoning, Shigella causes severe diarrhoea (sometimes bloody), stomach cramps and fever.
It’s caught from tiny amounts of poo getting into your mouth during s*x.
it's best to get medical advice for treatment if you think you have it, mentioning Shigella.
For more information, call the National Sexual Health Helpline
on 0300 123 7123 or visit tht.org.uk/shigella

15/01/2026

National HIV Testing Week kicks off Monday, 9 February! Testing is free, quick, and easy –— plus, you can even do it from home.

Find out more bit.ly/4ivnp9i.

14/01/2026

The University of Hertfordshire is looking for young people aged 16-24 to take part in an advisory group for s*xual health.
You don't need to have a research background or to know anything about research to do this. All you need is to be willing to share your honest views and opinions.
For more information see: https://redcap.herts.ac.uk/surveys/?s=L9APTKETKPLYE8XY