Sexual Health

Ask a nurse about Healthy Sexuality

For honest, confidential answers to your questions about healthy sexuality, you can talk to a nurse from our sexual health team.

• Call us weekdays from 8:30 a.m.—noon and 1:00–4:30 p.m. at 1-800-461-1818 and ask for a sexual health nurse.
• Email the Porcupine Health Unit (PHU) at info4you@porcupinehu.on.ca, and a sexual health nurse will get back to you.

Note: You should be aware that sending personal information through the internet may not be secure. Once your information is received by the Porcupine Health Unit, it will be managed according to our privacy policies and will be redirected to the sexual health team in Timmins.

Birth Control Options and Cost

If you are looking for low-cost birth control, we can provide it at a fraction of the cost you would pay at the pharmacy. You can always have your current prescription filled at our clinic by a nurse. If you need a new prescription, or are just starting birth control, you will need to see our physician (Timmins only) or visit your own family doctor first.

Self-Testing Clinic

If you are concerned about Chlamydia or gonorrhea and/or looking for routine testing, you can self-book an appointment online. This clinic is only for those without symptoms. At this clinic, you will not need to speak to a health care provider. Instead, self-collected urine and swab kits will be available for you to collect your own specimen based on the type of sex you are having

Sexual Health Clinics: Branch Communities

We have a confidential, easily accessible sexual health clinic. Our nurses provide a variety of sexual health services.

Sexually Transmitted Infections

The Timmins Sexual Health Clinic offers various testing methods and free treatments for STIs. Whether you have symptoms, risks, or want routine testing for an STI, call us to determine your next steps.

Timmins Sexual Health Clinic

We have a confidential, easily accessible sexual health clinic. Our nurses and physician provide a variety of sexual health services available through appointment.