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STD Clinic
General Information
In 1993 Congress appropriated finds to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to begin a national Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) related Infertility Prevention Program. The program was designed to improve screening, surveillance and treatment of STD’s in the United States. By 1996 the CDC had contracted with all the states for demonstration level health funding to provide tests and treatment for Chlamydia in selected family planning and sexually transmitted disease clinics.
The Van Wert County Health Department is pleased to be taking part in the
Region 5 Infertility Prevention Project by offering a weekly STD clinic to the public.
Clinic Services
Generally open Mondays from 12:30pm-3:30pm on a walk in basis.
We do require you call the health department prior to visiting the clinic for special instructions regarding your testing day, and to verify the hours that week.
We provide an exam by a Registered Nurse with specialized training in Gynecological Examinations. Currently we are able to screen for chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, and syphilis. After the examination and specimen collection, we can provide treatment for the diseases mentioned above, as ordered by our Physician. Education regarding STD prevention and treatment, follow-up management, and counseling is also provided by trained staff.
Eligibility
The clinic is open to individual’s age 13 years and older. Out of county residents are accepted. No one will be denied services due to inability to pay.
Cost
We ask for a $20.00 to help offset the costs of operation of the clinic, however no one is denied service if it cannot be afforded.
How do I make an appointment?
No appointment is necessary but we do require future clients to call the Health Department at 419-238-0808 ext. 101 or 109. The days and times of our clinics do vary, and there are specific pre-testing requirements that need to be discussed prior to visiting the clinic for testing.
How do I know if I have an STD?
Website links:
www.afraidtoask.com
STD, reproductive health and general health information
http://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm
Entry to publications, health topics, research, guidelines for all CDC programs and services
Questions?
Email
Linda Bissonette or
Emily Barnett
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