Sexual Health Medicine is a branch of medicine which deals with
the widespread clinical and social manifestations of sexual ill
health.
Sexual Health Medicine includes: the diagnosis and management of
sexually transmitted infections; genital dermatology; genital pain
and sexual dysfunction; reproductive health including
contraception; and sexual assault care. Other areas of expertise
include the provision of sexual health care for: adolescents; sex
workers; refugees and immigrants; gay, lesbian, and transgender
populations.
Auckland Sexual Health Service is a free, confidential service
that includes:
- diagnosis and management of sexually transmitted infections and
other related conditions
- sexual health counselling
- adult sexual abuse service including the care of related
medical, nursing and social issues
- sexual health education for clients and health professionals,
including Peer Sexuality Support programmes for schools
Clinics are based in Greenlane, Glenfield, Mangere and
Henderson.