Rivermead Gate Medical Centre

Essex Sexual Health Service

We’re here to help everyone across Essex access the free information, support and treatment they need to stay safe, healthy and protected. Our local sexual health services, offer a free, confidential, non-judgmental service.

Clinics are run by a team of doctors, nurses and support workers and offer the following services:

  • Testing and treatment for STI’s
  • Free condom supplies
  • Pregnancy tests
  • All forms of contraception
  • Emergency contraception/morning after pill
  • General sex advice, counselling and support.

Please note: The Thurrock Sexual Health Service is moving over to Brook from 31st March.

Follow this link for information about the Essex Sexual Health Service.

Follow this link for more information about Sexual Health Southend (Brook) Service.

STI Self-Test Kits

If you have a suspected STI, our FREE self-testing kits makes it quick and easy to find out.

All you need to do is visit the online portal, register and request a kit. One will discreetly arrive at your chosen address.

You can then test yourself for most common STIs, with your results available in just a few days.

Tested positive for an STI? Don’t worry! We’ll support you with the treatment you need.

Visit the Essex Sexual Health Service website to complete the online form and find out further information.

Date published: 24th May, 2023
Date last updated: 3rd April, 2024