 20 Million STD infections occur every year, according to estimates from the CDC. In 2019, Louisiana had the highest rate of sexually transmitted diseases in the country according to a study released by the National Council for Home Safety and Security. If you've been sexually active, it's a good idea to get tested. If left untreated, STDs can cause severe health problems such as infertility, cancer, blindness or organ damage. Many people don't know they have an STD, because many have no symptoms, which can make them overlooked.
When Should You Be Tested When... - About to begin a new relationship
- Not using safe sex practices, such as condoms
- Think your partner may have exposed you to a STD
- You're showing symptoms of an sexually transmitted infection (STI)
Tests Run/Sent Out from Doctors Urgent Care: - chlamydia
- gonorrhea
- herpes
- HIV/Aids
- hepatitis B
- syphillis
- trich or trichomoniasis
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