Auckland sexual health service

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For those of you who are in auckland
http://www.ashs.org.nz/

[B]Auckland sexual health service - Sexual Health is Changing (Freephone 0800 739432)

Auckland Regional Sexual Health Service is making changes to its services from 1st July 2015. We will be shifting our focus to better provide sexual health care to those that really need to be seen by us. This means that we may recommend some people with a sexual health concern see their GP (family doctor), Family Planning or other health care service first. Read more about these changes.



Who we are

Auckland Sexual Health Service aims to provide sexual health care that is client focused, culturally appropriate and of an excellent standard. We are a specialist service offering free and confidential sexual health care including:

diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted infections and other related conditions including genital skin conditions, genital pain and sexual dysfunction, reproductive health including contraceptive advice

sexual health counselling

adult sexual abuse service including the care of related medical, nursing and social issues

sexual health education, including Peer Sexuality Support programmes for schools

Appointments

We have an appointment system. You can contact us via phone or via our online form, requesting an appointment.

Appointment Availability

Due to staff shortages Auckland Sexual Health Service is experiencing issues with managing current demand for nursing, medical and counselling appointments. If you have symptoms and feel you need to be seen urgently-please phone one of our clinics and ask to speak to a nurse. The nurse will ask some questions to assess how urgently you need to be seen and will advise you when you can be assessed. If you walk-in without speaking to a nurse we may have to ask you to re-book on another day.

Clinic Closures

We may also need to close some clinics at short notice so please phone ahead to check whether we are open on the day you wish to attend rather than walking in. Please check individual clinic days and times on our Clinics page. We apologise for any inconvenience caused by clinic closures.

Male clients should hold urine for 2 hours before their appointment.

Results and treatment

Some results will be available when you are seen and treatment can be given if required. Confirmed results will be available within 10 days. If any of your results come back as positive we will contact you.

Staff training

Our staff do provide training to other health professionals. Sometimes we have other health professionals sitting in during consultations. We always ask your permission in these circumstances.

Why attend?

The following symptoms may indicate a sexually transmitted infection and we would suggest you attend for a check-up or ring for further advice:

A discharge from the penis or vagina
Pain passing urine
Pain in the lower stomach or genitals
Lumps or swelling in the genital area
Genital sores or ulcers
Genital rashes
Anal symptoms relating to sexual intercourse

Not all sexually transmitted infections have symptoms. We advise a routine check-up 2 weeks after unprotected sex or if you have had a change in partner.

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Auckland Sexual Health Clinics
http://www.ashs.org.nz/clinics.html

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Auckland sexual health service -Services
http://www.ashs.org.nz/services.html

Sexual Health

Counselling

The counselling team comprises a male and a female therapist, plus one psychotherapy student. We provide counselling for individuals and couples, for up to 6-10 sessions where necessary. Issues we cover include : sexual functioning, sexuality and gender issues, STI and HIV counselling, non-ACC covered sexual abuse, sexual compulsion. The service is free of charge......

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Auckland sexual health service -Sexual Assault
http://www.ashs.org.nz/pohutukawa.html

What is this service?

The Pohutukawa Clinic is a specialist medical service for adults (women and men) who have been sexually assaulted or abused.

We are a dedicated team of specially trained doctors and nurses.

We are committed to providing the highest quality health service that is sensitive, appropriate, accessible and that acknowledges social and cultural differences.

What does the service offer?

Privacy and confidentiality.

If you are choosing to report to the police, special examinations can be done by our service.

A general wellbeing check to assess stress symptoms affecting your daily life, for example sleeping, eating, socialising and returning to work.

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Auckland sexual health service - The test
http://www.ashs.org.nz/tests.html

Confidentiality

Our service is confidential. Your personal details will not be given to anybody without your consent.

Registration

When you attend for your visit you will need to complete a Registration form including your name and contact details. It is important that these details are correct to enable us to contact you if we should need to. Please inform us of the preferred way for us to contact you, for example by phone or mail. Please arrive 10 minutes before your appointment time to complete this form.

What do I need to know before I arrive? What could impact on my test results?
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Auckland sexual health service - Fact Sheets
http://www.ashs.org.nz/fact_sheets.html

These fact sheets are designed to provide you with information on disease. They are not intended to replace the need for a consultation with your doctor. All clients are strongly advised to check with their doctor about any specific questions or concerns they may have. Every effort has been taken to ensure that the information in this pamphlet is correct at the time of publishing (June 2007).

Bacterial vaginosis

Bacterial vaginosis is caused by an overgrowth of bacteria (bugs) that are normally only present in the vagina in small numbers. When these bacteria are present in large numbers they may cause symptoms such as an abnormal discharge or odour.
Bacterial vaginosis is sometimes called non specific vaginitis or Gardnerella vaginitis. Read more about Bacterial Vaginosis (pdf - 36kb)

Candidiasis

This condition, often known as thrush, is caused by an overgrowth of...

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