North Northamptonshire Council is seeking to commission local pharmacies to provide free emergency hormonal contraception (EHC) services as part of a broader public health initiative under the Patient Group Direction (PGD). In addition pharmacies will also offer free condoms. and Chlamydia testing for young people under the age of 25.

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    "description": "The Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) service is integrated with the national Pharmacy Contraception Service (PCS), allowing pharmacists to prescribe oral hormonal contraception for both new and repeat prescriptions. This service eliminates the need for clients to visit a General Practice (GP) or clinic, streamlining access to contraception. \r\n\r\nProviders must adhere to national clinical guidelines and safeguarding policies, including the assessment of Fraser competence for young people. Key standards and guidelines include:\r\n\r\n\u2022\tFSRH Clinical Guideline: Emergency Contraception (March 2017, amended July 2023)  \r\n\u2022\tFSRH Clinical Guideline: Contraceptive Choices for Young People (2019)  \r\n\u2022\tFSRH Clinical Guideline: Barrier Methods for Contraception and STI Prevention (2015)  \r\n\u2022\tNICE Guidance PH51: Contraceptive Services for Under 25s (2014)  \r\n\u2022\tUK Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (UKMEC)  \r\n\r\nBy integrating these national frameworks with local priorities, the EHC service aims to address health inequalities and empower residents to make informed decisions about their sexual and reproductive health\r\nThe Provider is responsible for delivering Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) services in line with national guidelines and safeguarding protocols. \r\n\r\nThe Provider is responsible for ensuring that the accredited pharmacist:\r\n1.\tAssesses Client Needs:\r\n\u2022\tConfirms the client\u0027s eligibility for Emergency Hormonal Contraception (EHC) under the Patient Group Direction (PGD).\r\n\u2022\tConducts a Fraser competency assessment for clients under 16 to ensure they can give informed consent.\r\n2.\tProvides Emergency Contraception Options:\r\nDiscusses the full range of emergency contraception options, Supplies Levonorgestrel or Ulipristal Acetate under PGD, ensuring EllaOne is used as the first-line option where protocols allow, but can also include:\r\n\u2022\tEmergency IUD (Copper Coil): Recommended as the most effective option (\u003e99% effectiveness).\r\n\u2022\tLevonorgestrel-based emergency contraception (Levonelle 1500).\r\n\u2022\tUlipristal Acetate-based emergency contraception (EllaOne).\r\n3.\tDiscusses the Effectiveness of Emergency Contraception:\r\n\u2022\tCovers the benefits, risks, and possible side effects of each emergency contraception option.\r\n\u2022\tRefers or signposts clients to additional services, particularly those at high risk of pregnancy for whom an IUD may be the most effective option.\r\n4.\tInforms Clients about IUD Effectiveness:\r\n\u2022\tClearly communicates that an IUD is the most effective method of emergency contraception.\r\n5.\tManages Unsuitable Cases:\r\n\u2022\tAdvises clients who are unsuitable for EHC or have exceeded the timeframes for Levonorgestrel (72-96 hours) or Ulipristal Acetate (120 hours).\r\n\r\nTo express your interest, kindly complete the Expression of Interest form by using the EOI link attached to this notice, and please see attached service specification and contract attached.\r\n\r\nAdditional information: Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please feel free to contact NNCPHCommissioning@northnorthants.gov.uk.",
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