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Sexual health clinic in London

56 Dean Street is a prominent sexual health clinic located in Soho, London. It is part of the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and is renowned for its innovative approach to sexual health services, particularly for the LGBTQ+ community.

History[edit]

56 Dean Street was established to provide comprehensive sexual health services in a central London location. Over the years, it has become a leading center for HIV prevention and treatment, offering a range of services including PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis), PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis), and rapid HIV testing.

Services[edit]

The clinic offers a wide array of services aimed at promoting sexual health and well-being. These include:

HIV testing and treatment
Sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment
Contraception advice and services
Counseling and support for sexual health issues
Specialist services for the transgender community

Innovations[edit]

56 Dean Street is known for its pioneering initiatives in sexual health care. It was one of the first clinics to offer rapid HIV testing with results available within minutes. The clinic also runs the "Dean Street Express," a walk-in service that provides fast and efficient STI testing.

Community Engagement[edit]

The clinic actively engages with the local community and participates in events such as London Pride. It works closely with community organizations to promote sexual health awareness and education.

Location and Accessibility[edit]

Located in the heart of Soho, 56 Dean Street is easily accessible by public transport. The clinic is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals seeking sexual health services.

Related pages[edit]

Gallery[edit]

56 Dean Street clinic
Participation in London Pride

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+{{Short description|Sexual health clinic in London}}
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-'''56 Dean Street''' is a prominent [[sexual health]] clinic located in [[Soho]], [[London]], [[England]]. It is part of the [[Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust]] and is renowned for its innovative approach to sexual health services, particularly for the [[LGBTQ+]] community.
+'''56 Dean Street''' is a prominent [[sexual health]] clinic located in [[Soho]], [[London]]. It is part of the [[Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust]] and is renowned for its innovative approach to sexual health services, particularly for the [[LGBTQ+]] community.
 ==History==
-The clinic was established to provide comprehensive sexual health services, including [[HIV]] testing and treatment, [[sexually transmitted infection]] (STI) screening, and [[contraception]] advice. Over the years, 56 Dean Street has become a leader in the field, known for its pioneering work in [[HIV prevention]] and care.
+Dean Street was established to provide comprehensive sexual health services in a central London location. Over the years, it has become a leading center for [[HIV]] prevention and treatment, offering a range of services including [[PrEP]] (pre-exposure prophylaxis), [[PEP]] (post-exposure prophylaxis), and rapid HIV testing.
 ==Services==
-Dean Street offers a wide range of services aimed at promoting sexual health and well-being. These include:
+The clinic offers a wide array of services aimed at promoting sexual health and well-being. These include:
-* '''HIV Testing and Treatment''': The clinic provides rapid HIV testing and access to antiretroviral therapy for those diagnosed with HIV.
+* [[HIV testing]] and treatment
-* '''STI Screening and Treatment''': Comprehensive screening for STIs such as [[chlamydia]], [[gonorrhea]], [[syphilis]], and others.
+* [[Sexually transmitted infection]] (STI) testing and treatment
-* '''PrEP and PEP''': The clinic offers [[Pre-exposure prophylaxis]] (PrEP) and [[Post-exposure prophylaxis]] (PEP) to prevent HIV infection.
+* [[Contraception]] advice and services
-* '''Counseling and Support''': Psychological support and counseling services are available for individuals dealing with sexual health issues.
+* [[Counseling]] and support for sexual health issues
+* Specialist services for the [[transgender]] community
 ==Innovations==
-Dean Street is known for its innovative approaches to sexual health care. It was one of the first clinics to offer PrEP on a large scale in the UK and has been involved in numerous public health campaigns to reduce the stigma associated with HIV and STIs.
+Dean Street is known for its pioneering initiatives in sexual health care. It was one of the first clinics to offer rapid HIV testing with results available within minutes. The clinic also runs the "Dean Street Express," a walk-in service that provides fast and efficient STI testing.
 ==Community Engagement==
-The clinic actively engages with the local community, particularly the LGBTQ+ population in Soho. It participates in events such as [[London Pride]], providing outreach and education to promote sexual health awareness.
+The clinic actively engages with the local community and participates in events such as [[London Pride]]. It works closely with community organizations to promote sexual health awareness and education.
 ==Location and Accessibility==
-Located in the heart of Soho, 56 Dean Street is easily accessible by public transport. The clinic is designed to be welcoming and inclusive, with services tailored to meet the needs of diverse populations.
+Located in the heart of Soho, 56 Dean Street is easily accessible by public transport. The clinic is committed to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for all individuals seeking sexual health services.
 ==Related pages==
-* [[HIV/AIDS in the United Kingdom]]
+* [[Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust]]
+* [[HIV prevention]]
 * [[Sexual health]]
-* [[Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust]]
 * [[LGBTQ+ health]]
 ==Gallery==
 <gallery>
-File:56 Dean Street.jpg|56 Dean Street Clinic
+File:56_Dean_Street.jpg|56 Dean Street clinic
-File:London Pride 2017 (35413584320).jpg|56 Dean Street at London Pride 2017
+File:London_Pride_2017_(35413584320).jpg|Participation in London Pride
 </gallery>
 [[Category:Sexual health clinics in the United Kingdom]]
-[[Category:Health in London]]
+[[Category:Healthcare in London]]
 [[Category:LGBT health organizations in the United Kingdom]]