STD testing is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your health if you are sexually active. But if you’ve been putting off testing, you’re not alone. It’s easy to feel fine and assume there’s nothing to worry about, or you may have concerns about cost or privacy. We can help
3 Reasons to Take Advantage of Free STD Testing
STD Testing Accuracy: How Accurate Are STD Tests?
If you’re concerned that you may have been exposed to a sexually transmitted disease (STD), testing is an important first step in protecting your health. You may be wondering how accurate STD tests are and what to expect when you come in for one. At Crossroads Women’s Center, we provide free, confidential STD testing and
Can STDs Go Away on Their Own?
The World Health Organization shares that “More than 1 million curable sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are acquired every day worldwide in people 15–49 years old, the majority of which are asymptomatic.” Getting tested is vital to ensuring you are safeguarding your health. At Crossroads Women’s Center, we can help with free and confidential STD/STI testing
Will I Pass My STD to My Unborn Child?
STDs, sexually transmitted diseases, not only affect sexual partners but can be passed to your unborn child. It’s important to know for sure if you have an STD and what kind of treatment is needed for you and your unborn child if you become pregnant. The Risks of Untreated STDs STD Complications for Women The
Are STDs Contagious?
Did you contract an STD and worried if you got it from a partner? STDs can spread when one person comes into contact with infectious bodily fluids from another person during sexual activities. STDs can also be passed from mother to infant during pregnancy and childbirth. Types of STDs There is more than one type