Commonly Asked Questions
Read our commonly asked questions below.
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"Is there an age limit for getting tested?"
STI testing is available for all young people 24 and under.
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"How long does it take before I find out test results?"
The sample taken during your clinic visit is sent to a laboratory. This can take around 2-3 weeks, so please allow time for the sample to be processed. Staff will contact you via your preferred method of contact (e.g. phone call, email). Negative test results are received via text message.
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"Are all of your clinics for girls?"
Common Youth clinics are open for all young people aged 24 and under, including a young men’s clinic from 16:00 – 17:30 every Saturday in Belfast.
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"Do you provide contraception?"
Common Youth provide contraception to young people aged 25 and under. Please call or drop in during clinic hours to speak with a member of our medical staff. Our staff are fully trained and can offer helpful advice alongside any relevant information specific to your needs.
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"I am overage but do you have any information on other available services?"
For more information click the following link: https://www.sexualhealthni.info
“When it comes to delivering sexual health training, Common Youth work with expertise and professionalism. They provide high quality training and are a great support to strategy implementation across our Trust area.”
Western Health and Social Care Trust
“They are keen to meet identified needs in our workplaces and communities as they arise. I have confidence in them as an organisation around content and delivery as well as being adaptable to meet the needs of those commissioning their services.”
Western Health and Social Care Trust