STDs and STIs are sexually transmitted diseases or infections. They are commonly passed through sexual contact such as vaginal, anal, and oral sex, and sometimes by genital touching. Some, such as HIV and Hepatitis B, are spread by contact with infected blood.
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Common STD/STI in Georgia
- Bacterial Vaginosis
- Chlamydia
- Genital Herpes
- Gonorrhea
- Hepatitis
- HIV
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Syphilis
- Congenital Syphilis
- Trichomoniasis
Oftentimes, there are no signs that a person has an STD. Some symptoms may include unusual pain, discharge, sores, itching, burning or bleeding. If you think you may have been exposed, contact your doctor right away.
Get Tested. Get Treated
It is difficult to imagine facing any infectious disease, but the only way to make sure you’re healthy is to get tested regularly. Most STDs are curable, and others have treatments to help you get back to your day-to-day life as soon as possible. The sooner you get tested, the sooner you can receive treatment and protect yourself and your partner.
Services
District 4 is committed to reducing the spread of sexually transmitted infections in our communities through education, surveillance, referrals and more. Our clinical services include:
- Confidential testing for sexually transmitted infections
- Treatment
- Condoms (provided free)
- Free condoms shipped to your door! Take our quick survey to place your order.
Limitations: Must live in District 4 and be over the age of 18. Packs are limited to those listed in the survey. One order per month. Orders are shipped on Wednesdays.
For questions or concerns, please call 706-298-7733. - Referrals
How To Protect Yourself
Not having sex is the only way to truly protect yourself from STDs. However, you can greatly reduce your risk by having sex with only one uninfected partner who only has sex with you. If you do have sex, use a latex condom (or polyurethane if you are allergic to latex) every time. Our health departments offer vaccines to prevent Hepatitis B and HPV.
Patients
All health departments offer STD/STI screening and prevention to all individuals. Sliding Scale fee offered for some of the services we provide.