What is the Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Clinic?
The STI clinic provides free services to anyone interested in the screening, diagnosis, treatment, and counseling of sexually transmitted infections and HIV. All services are confidential and are provided by highly trained specialists, using the most up-to-date assessments and recommendations.
Who is Eligible for STI Clinic services?
Any sexually active person is eligible to receive services at our clinic. By ruling of the North Carolina Legislature, teenagers may be seen in the clinic without parental consent. Services are provided regardless of county of residence.
What can you do for me?
The STI clinic provides testing, diagnosis, and treatment for a variety of sexually transmitted infections. We also provide specialized risk reduction and prevention counseling as well as referrals for HIV case management (if needed). The available STI testing includes Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes (tissue culture with symptoms only), Genital Warts, Urethritis/NGU (males only), Trichomoniasis, HIV/AIDS (testing, counseling, and referrals). You will receive information on how to obtain your results before leaving the clinic area. Some of the results could take up to two (2) weeks to return.
How much does it cost?
Most services and prophylaxis are free of cost to you. Insurance is welcome, but it is not required.
How can I schedule an appointment and where are you located?
You can schedule an appointment by calling 910-433-3600, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm (follow the prompts). Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your appointment time. We are located on the second floor of the Cumberland County Department of Public Health.
Resources:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). https://www.cdc.gov/std/default.htm
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS). Facts and figures. https://epi.dph.ncdhhs.gov/cd/stds/figures.html