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10 QUICK FACTS: HELP PROTECT AGAINST SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS (STI)


TAKING CARE OF YOURSELF IS THE FIRST STEP


  • STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, congenital syphilis, and HIV have high rates in Fresno


  • STIs often do not have symptoms. When symptoms occur, they can be non-specific


  • If you had vaginal sex, anal sex, or oral sex even once without a condom, get tested


  • Recommended screenings, such as PAP-smears are very important. But they do not detect STIs. Ask your provider for an STI panel






Learn more about family planning options here


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