Our Aim
" To provide accessible sexual and reproductive health services to adolescents (boys and girls, in and out of school) by ensuring health services are youth-friendly and gender-sensitive. "
– Adolescent Friendly Health Services
Objectives
Increase access to adolescent-friendly health services to:
- Reduce early, frequent, and unwanted childbearing.
- Decrease the incidence of sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV/AIDS.
- Address malnutrition and other health issues, including mental health.
Service Package (National Standards for Youth Friendly Health Services (2008))
Information & Counseling
Sexuality, safer sex practices, and reproductive health.
Contraceptive Services
Counseling and provision of temporary contraceptive methods and emergency contraception.
Pregnancy-Related Care
Pregnancy testing, antenatal, and postnatal care.
STI Treatment:
Diagnosis, treatment, and counseling for common STIs.
HIV Testing & Counseling
HIV testing, counseling, and referrals for care and treatment.
Support for Sexual Violence:
Counseling, treatment, and referrals.
Menstrual Health
Management of minor menstrual disorders.
Health Education
Information on puberty, body image, growth, nutrition, and related health topics.
Mental Health Support
Counseling on mental health and substance abuse.
Outreach Programs
Periodic health check-ups, community health camps, and co-curricular activities.
Service delivery is flexible, with sessions available after school hours to increase accessibility for adolescents.
Why Choose AFHS?
- Privacy & Confidentiality: All services are conducted with respect for privacy and confidentiality.
- Walk-In Services: No appointment is necessary.
Timings and Location
Service Timings
Summer Hours: Monday to Friday at 11:00am -7:00pm and Saturday 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Winter Hours: Monday to Friday at 11:00am -6:00pm and Saturday 2:00pm - 6:00pm
For services on Sundays and government holidays, contact is available by phone, with services provided upon request.
Service Location
Located on the 1st Floor, opposite the Emergency Department, Community Health Department.
For any inquiries, please contact:
Phone: 322496 / 322497 / 322420 / 322620 / 324234
Dial Extension: 2140
