If spring break left you with a late period, regret, or worry about STDs, you’re not alone. This article explains simple next steps—pregnancy testing, limited obstetrical ultrasound, STD testing and information—and how to talk with someone in a calm, non‑judgmental space about what you’re feeling and what to do next.
Birth control is touted as one of the greatest medical advancements ever made for women, allowing them to take charge of their sexuality without worrying about unplanned pregnancies — or so the narrative goes, anyway. But birth control has risks that go along with it, and those who use it should weigh those risks before taking it. Unfortunately, many women aren’t properly informed of the risks beforehand. For certain kinds of birth control, those risks include an increased susceptibility to getting a sexually transmitted disease (STD).
Options for Women / River Falls offers Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and HIV. Our service is free for you. Believe… Read More »Answers to Frequently Asked Questions: Your Guide for Sexually Transmitted Infections
What Can I Expect During an STD Test? Options for Women – River Falls tests for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea. Both are commonly reported and treatable. … Read More »What Happens After a Positive STI / STD Test?
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Thinking that you may have a Sexually Transmitted Infection is an overwhelming and scary feeling. Sexually Transmitted Infections spread from person to person through a… Read More »What You Need To Know About Chlamydia