The Truth About Teenage Girls, Consent and Contraceptive Implants

June 15, 2018

(The Conversation) – All teenagers are able to access a variety of NHS sexual health services to discuss and receive contraception. While contraceptive implants are often given by doctors and nurses, in some instances the implants are inserted at school by trained healthcare professionals after an initial consultation with the child, but without parental awareness or agreement. This practice is based on the principles of patient consent and confidentiality. This has the potential to result in legal challenges, but only if the specific guidance set out in UK court judgements is not adhered to.