Guidance on contraceptive services for those PCT contract toolkit planned under 16 applies to some pharmacy services

摘要

Guidance on the provision of contraceptive services to people under 16 years of age has been issued to health care professionals in England by the Department of Health.The guidance recommends that health professionals,including pharmacists who supply emergency hormonal contraception (EHC) under a patient group direction (PGD),should give young people the time and support needed to make informed choices.As part of this,they should discuss the emotional and physical implications of sexual activity and the benefits of discussion with a parent or carer.