What to know
Are you ready to talk to your doctor about your sexual health? Planning to get tested for sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? These resources can help anyone who is having sex (or thinking about having sex) choose a doctor, find a testing location, and prepare for your visit. There is also information on what to expect after getting tested.
Links
Choosing a Doctor: Quick Tips – Tips from how to find the right healthcare provider from healthfinder.gov.
Which STI Tests Should I Get? A brief overview of STI testing recommendations.
GetTested – A national STI, HIV, and hepatitis testing locator to find nearby free or low-cost testing.
How do I prepare for a visit to my healthcare provider? – Some tips on what to expect from your visit and how to bring up sexual health with your doctor.
How to Talk to a Doctor about STI Testing – Tips on how to discuss your sexual health with your doctor.
Just Diagnosed? – A fact sheet providing the three steps a person can take if they were recently diagnosed with gonorrhea or chlamydia, including resources to help them talk to their partner.
Take Charge of Your Sexual Health – A guide for individuals focusing on the clinical services that can help protect and improve sexual health. It explains recommended tests (aka screenings) and vaccines and helps patients find and talk with a healthcare provider.