How to Get Tested for STIs
Get tested, get tested, get tested. Educators and health professionals alike seem to scream this advice from the rooftops, but how do you *actually* get tested for STIs and know which ones to get tested for?!
There’s already a fear around testing because of the potential of what it means to test positive. Additionally, the landscape of options can be overwhelming and inaccessible. This could be due to cost, lack of insurance, lack of safety, and more.
This guide outlines the importance of STI testing in a world with rising STI rates, how to know what to be tested for, and testing options— as well as their pros and cons.
If you’re feeling uncertain or scared about getting tested for STIs, I get it because I’ve been there, too. I’m so passionate about being tested and empowering you to KNOW what you’re being tested for because of my own experiences.
You might not feel confident the first time you get tested, or even the second, but educating yourself about how this small act of self-care can enhance your relationships, including the one you have with yourself 🫶🏻
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