STI Screenings
For women who have an intimate relationship (even a committed, monogamous one), staying healthy requires regular screenings. Guidelines recommend yearly STI screenings, particularly for gonorrhea and chlamydia.
For years chlamydia has remained among the top reportable diseases according to the Utah Department of Public Health. Chlamydia is curable; however, it is often symptomless and may go untreated. If not treated, it can lead to chronic pelvic pain, infertility, or other problems. The most common age range for chlamydia is 16-24. Help keep our younger population healthy by having your children in this age range tested yearly if they are sexually active. It is also advised that Chlamydia testing be done yearly if this age range is on birth control for any reason. The screening test is easily done and considered preventive so should not require a copay, coinsurance, or deductible on most plans.