STIs / STDs
"A sexually transmitted infection (STI) is a virus, bacteria, fungus, or parasite people can get through sexual contact. Many STIs have no symptoms, so people can have an infection but not know it. A sexually transmitted disease (STD) develops because of an STI and the term implies that the infection has led to some symptom of disease. People sometimes use the terms in one another’s place. The primary goal of public health and healthcare is to prevent and treat infections before they develop into disease." - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
STI Fact Sheets (CDC Links):
- Chlamydia & LGV
- Gonorrhea
- Genital Herpes
- Syphilis
- Trichomoniasis
- CDC Spanish STD Fact Sheet
- Human Papilloma Virus (HPV)
If you are sexually active, getting tested is one of the most important things you can do to help keep yourself and others healthy. In some cases, STD's have no symptoms, which means testing is the only accurate way to know if someone has an std and needs treatment.
Prevention
The Department of Community Health offers condoms on request to Walla Walla County residents. You can receive free condoms by visiting our front office at 314 W Main St (Rose St. entry) anytime during business hours.For additional information on STDs and prevention, please visit:
Prevention - STD Information from CDC
Frequently Asked Questions About STD | Washington State Department of Health
| PDF Version Available Here |
Local Testing Locations:
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Providence ExpressCare - College Place
Same-day care available.View accepted insurance, appointment availability, and full services/treatment options. Read More
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Walla Walla Clinic, Walk-in Department
Wide range of primary care services, open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Read MoreY