If you are in an unstable relationship, where you are not sure of the fidelity of your partner, it's vital that you be tested for STDs.
If you are not currently, but plan to be sexually active, it is imperative that you know the health status of your partner before you engage in sexual activity.
Avoiding testing for a sexually transmitted disease is a natural instinct. Often people believe that not knowing is better because then they don't have to change their behaviors or deal with the consequences. Be assured, knowing is better! With antibacterial drugs, bacterial STDs are generally curable, and lifetime health problems can be avoided. While viral STDs are not curable, they can be medically managed. Advances are being made each day toward a cure and prevention of STDs, but it is essential that one know the state of his or her own health and not transmit STDs on to others. Getting screened for STDs could save your life and the lives of others. It is to crucial to leave to chance; get tested for STDs!!!!
Getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, HIV, Herpes, Hepatitis, and Syphilis can be easy, quick, and confidential. Locate a STD testing center near you and speak with a counselor regarding testing for personal information and/or risk identification purposes, all information is confidential. Your personal information is protected by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. (HIPPA) If you find that you have been exposed to an STD, you will need to make an appointment with your health care professional for treatment. A Complete STD Panel testing option is the most current technology and maximizes reliability of results if you are not sure what you have been exposed to. You cannot tell by looking at your sexual partner whether or not he or she has an STD. You cannot always trust someone will be honest with you about their history or current health situation. STDs are a hidden and dangerous disease. Find out definitively if you are at risk of transmitting or receiving an STD.
SafeLabCentre has an STD testing clinic in your area, look online today. They can explain the procedures, arrange for an STD test, and will deliver the results directly to you.
