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Sexually-transmitted diseases (STDs), also known as sexually-transmitted infections (STIs), are among the most common illnesses in the United States. STDs pass from one person to another through vaginal, oral, and anal sex. STDs don’t always cause symptoms or may only cause mild symptoms. Therefore, it is possible to have an infection and not know it. STDs are preventable. Read on to learn more about STDs and how you can prevent getting or spreading them to others.

Types of STDs

The most common types of STDs include:

Each of these infections can cause serious health problems if left untreated. For example:

  • A woman who contracts chlamydia and does not seek treatment may find it harder to get pregnant.
  • Viral hepatitis contracted through sexual activity is the leading cause of liver cancer and the most common reason for liver transplants.
  • In rare cases, gonorrhea can cause infertility in men.

This is not an exhaustive list of consequences for untreated STDs. Click on the individual disease listed above to learn more about symptoms, what happens if they are not treated, and what treatment looks like.

STD Testing and Treatment Options

An image of the front page of the website gettested.cdc.gov, featuring a list of places where individuals can be tested for various STDs
Clicking the image above will take you to a website where you can find STD testing locations near you.

Many STDs do not have symptoms, or those symptoms may be mild. That is why health authorities suggest regular screening and testing for certain populations. Recommendations depend on the infection. The CDC has a list of recommendations for who should be screened and tested for various STDs.

All individuals who have been exposed to an STD should be tested, and treated if necessary, immediately. If you are not sure, ask your partner if they have tested positive for any STD recently.

STI’s do not care how young or old you are!  Be proactive and take charge of your sexual health! 

  • Get screened before starting a new intimate relationship and anytime you have a change in partners
  • Get screened regularly if you or your partner have multiple partners
  • Get screened regularly if you have tested positive for any of these STIs.
  • Get screened each year with your annual physical
  • Always use a barrier (Male condoms, Female condoms, Dental Dams)

CCPHD STD Testing and Treatment Options

The Chatham County Public Health Department offers no-cost testing and treatment for various STDs and referrals for others. See chart below to learn what we offer:

 STD  Testing  Treatment
 HIV  YES - blood sample  YES
 Syphilis  YES - blood sample  YES
 Hepatitis C  YES - blood sample  Referred out
 Chlamydia  YES - vaginal swab for women, urine specimen for men  YES
 Gonorrhea  YES - vaginal swab for women, urine specimen for men  YES
 Trichomoniasis  YES - women only, vaginal swab  YES

 
To make an appointment, call the Siler City clinic at (919) 742-5641. Both the Siler City clinic and Pittsboro office have condoms available at no-charge. Visit our home page to see locations, hours, and contact information.

STD Data & More

If you have questions about the program on this page or anything else related to Clinical Services, please call (919) 742-5641. Open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, with a lunch break from 12 PM to 1 PM.

Other Contact Information:
Fax (919) 742-7496
Facebook: www.facebook.com/chathamhealth 
Instagram: @ccphdnc