A new app being launched in Wiltshire will help young people find condom distribution locations and access information about sexual health. The eC-Card app is a partnership between Wiltshire Council and Provide Digital and will act as an extension of the No Worries service which currently offers advice and support to 13 to 24 year olds around sexual health, contraception, pregnancy and STI testing. With the new app, young people will be able to make a confidential appointment with a NO Worries GP practice without needing to be registered and use an interactive map to discreetly pick up condoms from designated locations.
The council hope that this will promote better sexual health and smart decisions, particularly around young people who don’t feel able to access contraception due to shame or embarrassment around asking. The app will show all the free condom distributors near you in Wiltshire (Image: Getty Images) “Empowering young people to have a respectful approach and positive outlook to sexuality and sexual relationships is an important part of personal development,” said Kate Blackburn, director for Public Health in Wiltshire. “This app will ensure young people can make informed decisions about their sexual health and wellbeing, which is relevant throughout a person’s life,” “Our No Worries sexual health service provides a confidential service for young people, offering trusted advice and support around sexual health, emergency contraception, free condoms, .