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Clinical Queries or referrals – email: sexual.health2@borders.scot.nhs.uk

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NEW: Nexplanon are now licensed for 5 years CoSRH updated clinical guideline

Mirena LNG-IUDs are now licensed for 8 years for contraception CoSRH updated clinical guideline

The guidance supports use of Mirena 52mg LNG-IUDs for 8 years for contraception if the user is <45 at the time of insertion. There is no change to the use of Mirena for up to 5 years for endometrial protection in individuals using oestrogen as part of HRT.

Borders Forensic Suite – The Oakleaf Centre

The opening of the Oakleaf Centre forensic suite means that survivors of rape and sexual assault from the Borders can receive the support they need, in a suitable environment without having to travel out of the area. The suite supports the national SARCS service which allows survivors to access a forensic medical examination where appropriate, with or without police involvement, and can be reached 24/7 on 0800 148 88 88.  The SARCS service is the result of close partnership working between Scottish Government, Police Scotland, survivor support organisations including Borders Rape Crisis Centre and the NHS.  Any teams who feel SARCS might be relevant to their service and would like more information are welcome to get in touch with Borders Sexual Health at sexual.health2@borders.scot.nhs.uk

Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare protocols – we follow: www.CoSRH.org This website covers all aspects of reproductive health and contraception and includes:

Current Clinical Guidance

UKMEC