Are STD (sexually transmitted disease) tests given as part of most regular medical check-ups?
No. If you’ve had unprotected sex or think you may need testing, please talk to your doctor or nurse. Don’t assume your health care providers can read your mind. They don’t know what to test for unless you ask! For men, testing for STDs may require a urine test, a blood test and/or a visual examination, depending on the nature of the infection. For women, it may involve samples of cells taken from the cervix, a blood test and/or a visual examination. Our services are confidential, so please feel free to ask any questions you have about STDs during your next visit to the health center.
