When someone becomes addicted to drugs or alcohol they often neglect themselves. Things like sexual health is not their highest priority. However, we are all sexual beings and even when we are not in a relationship or having sex we should keep an eye on our sexual health.
Part of the reason a person becomes addicted in the first place might be to do with sexual health. If someone has been abused or sexually assaulted they may turn to drugs or alcohol.
Being addicted to drugs or alcohol can lead to people forming relationships they would not have before - such as exchanging sex for shelter, food or money. It can also be harder to protect against HIV or other sexually transmitted infections.
Fast Track Service
NHS Lanarkshire’s Fast Track Service can provide help and support for anyone affected by these issues. We can provide a safe and friendly service where you will be welcome to talk about the things going on in your life that you want to talk about or need help with. It is completely confidential and anything you say will not be shared with anyone else without your permission unless you are at risk of serious harm.
You can receive free condoms, contraception, testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HIV and Hepatitis.
Women can also get smear tests and pregnancy tests.
This service treats all people with respect and dignity, whatever their situation or sexual orientation.
It is completely confidential and anything you say will not be shared with anyone else without your permission unless you are at risk of serious harm.
For more information or to make an appointment, please call: 0845 618 7191 or visit the Lanarkshire Sexual Health website.