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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the service for its efficiency, ease of use, and discreet nature, highlighting its value for sexual health. Many people commend the staff for being professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful, providing excellent support and communication throughout the process. The user experience is frequently described as straightforward and convenient, with quick response times and fast results. However, some customers also noted inflexibility regarding specific requests, such as test of cure timings, which left them feeling unheard and unsupported. A few other people also felt that the waiting times for certain services were too long, leading to concerns about worsening symptoms and difficulties for those who rely on the online service for convenience.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is an incredible service and that it’s free is almost miraculous: quick, discreet, easy to use so nobody misses out, and with sms, calls and emails following up on anything that may need discussi... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Reliable, user friendly and efficient. SHL is an amazing program that has helped many Londoners and, as I’ve noticed, freed a lot of space in clinics for F2F appointments when they are really need... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastically easy, clear, discreet and efficient service. After using their quick (usually three- to four-day turnaround) postal testing service many times, I was asked today via SMS to call a consul... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Such an incredible team, always very efficient, polite, willing to help. The follow ups are incredible, you see how much work and effort is put to keep us healthy and safe. Super happy to receive this... See more


Company details

  1. STD testing service

Information provided by various external sources

Sexual Health London is the new online sexual health service for Londoners and is ideal for people who want a convenient test without needing to visit a clinic.


Contact info

  • S9 1EP, Sheffield, United Kingdom

  • shl.uk

4.8

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

349 reviews

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Easy to use but can sometimes take longer than hoped

It is a very easy-to-use website and communication is very good. Clear instructions, FAQs etc. - text messages etc. However, a couple of things to note:

1) Despite me always ticking the box to say I'm not comfortable doing the bloods, they still always provide me with the equipment. I feel like this could have gone to someone who was actually going to use it, and makes me feel conscious about wasting resources. There should be a hard option to opt out of the bloods so that one only receives the urine and swab kits.

2) Depending on what day you post, it can be a bit of a waiting game as Royal Mail speed can really vary. I've had it before where I've posted on a Monday and had results back by Thursday; equally, I've had it before where I've posted on a Monday and not had the results back until the following Monday. I miss being able to just do the swabs then and there in the clinic to cut out the additional time and costs associated with posting.

27 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really quick service

Really quick service, very professional and discrete. I recently tested positive for something and they checked in to ensure I was receiving treatment. Love their service!

23 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

no appointments neccessary

I have been using this service for a number of years now and the service provided could not
be better in terms of the convenience and efficiency. No need for appointments and no waiting in waiting rooms. The collecting of samples could not be simpler and the results are quick. No embarrassing consultations and its very discreet and its free.
very happy with this service

8 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My experience was great because I was…

My experience was great because I was able to speak to someone who helped me feel at ease. She was very kind and she helped me feel better about my situation. I hope to speak to her soon as I felt comfortable while speaking to her.

7 August 2024
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was perfect

Everything was perfect - staff is very friendly and highly professional, they make sure you're at your ease. This service is unvaluable.

25 June 2024
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