Impact report on sexual health at University of West of England
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Healthwatch Bristol listen to what people say about local health and social care services, like hospitals and GP surgeries. This report aimed to discover what university students think about the local contraceptive services.
This report examined 37 students’ access and knowledge of contraceptive services. Most participants were aware that the NHS offers free contraceptive services, some options with age restrictions. Evaluations of specific clinic experiences revealed strengths and weaknesses. The most common weakness across locations was the waiting time to get an appointment. The most common strength across locations was the friendly and welcoming nature of the staff and nurses.
Location and ease-of-access of the clinics proved to be a very important feature when students are considering using the service. Also, the access to relevant information regarding opening times and locations. Participants were asked to provide any additional comments and/or suggestions on completion of the questionnaire; three students provided information. One student said “Improving access to repeat prescriptions for those who are living in Bristol, away from home. If tests are needed […] an adequate supply of their pill should be provided
until an examination can be arranged”. Another student said that the “walk in sex clinic in Bristol had more available appointments the onsite doctors”. The final student referred to improving awareness: “Everyone in this day and age is online so getting on social media is very
important”.
The report makes reference to 3 recommendation. Their is no response within the report from the provider.