Sexual health
Sexual health is just as important as physical health. Here at Student Health Service we provide sexual health checks, as well as a range of contraceptives and birth control methods.
FAST checks
FAST checks are free accessible self testing sexual health checks for NZ resident students enrolled with this practice. This basic DIY test, tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea.
No appointment is required, simply ask at the Student Health Service reception for a FAST test.
FAST checks are not suitable if you have symptoms such as; abnormal bleeding, discharge, lumps, sores, rash, itch or pain or if you have had sexual contact with someone who has an infection.
If you want or need a comprehensive sexual health check, please phone and ask for a nurse to phone you back.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs)
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common and if untreated can lead to serious complications such as infertility. It is really important to get regular check ups.
We offer comprehensive sexual health checks at our Student Health Clinic. Please contact us by phone or come into to book an appointment. This check may involve some swabs (which can often be self-taken), a urine test and possibly a blood test.
We recommend having a test at least annually and each time you change partners. This is recommended even if you do not have any symptoms.
For more information visit Just the Facts website on STIs and testing.
Contraception and birth control
We are able to provide you with information and education around available contraception choices.
We supply a range of different options including:
For more information, visit the Family Planning Clinic website before you come in to discuss with a doctor or nurse.
Condoms are freely available at the Student Health Centre. Ask one of the nurses, or collect some supplied in the waiting room and toilets.
Relationships and Sexual Health online course
Relationships and Sexual Health is an onlin course that provides introductory information on the topics of contraception, sexual health, relationships and consent. This module was developed by the Student Health Service Registered Nurse Community Prescriber based in Tauranga and the Violence Prevention Coordinator.