The most common symptom of an STI is none at all, which is why knowing your status is essential.
Planned Parenthood of Illinois celebrates STI Awareness Month on April 23 by offering a free walk-in clinic at health centers statewide, including in Carbondale.
Clinic participants can be tested for a variety of sexually transmitted diseases, like Chlamydia or Gonorrhea, which are both on the rise in Illinois.
Testing is done through a urine sample, a finger prick, or a swab. Most infections are common and treatable.
Patients will also have the opportunity to sign up for a wellness visit or enroll in Medicaid. Walk-ins are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Other services like birth control, UTI care, and medications are accessible through the PPDirect App. Appointments can be made on the Planned Parenthood of Illinois website.
