If you have had sex without using contraception, or you think the contraception may not have worked, it is still possible to prevent a pregnancy :

• By taking a special pill (known as emergency contraception) within 3 days after sex (but it works better the sooner you take it)
• By having an emergency coil or IUD fitted within 5 days after sex (for this you need to go to one of the specialist sexual health clinics).

You can get the emergency contraception pill:

• Free from young peoples clinics
• Free from most GP surgeries (ring first to check)
• Free from NHS Walk-In Centres
• Most chemists/pharmacies sell emergency contraception but if you are under 20, there is a 4YP scheme in Bristol providing it free from the chemists/pharmacies listed here. It is best to call before you visit to check opening times and see when the pharmacist is available.

Remember, It is worth speaking to a doctor or nurse at any of the sexual health services about emergency contraception however long it has been after unprotected sex.