Finger Lakes Sexual Health Coalition

is back and thriving. Congenital syphilis is the most devastating consequence, but it can be prevented. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3V1aq3P

STD Testing in the Finger Lakes

We created a list of STD Testing locations in the Finger Lakes. Are any locations missing?

https://linktr.ee/fingerlakess*xualhealth?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=b08234b0-5a82-43ce-ad99-b00127877b60

Protect your baby
Get tested for syphilis

Syphilis is an infection mothers can pass their babies during pregnancy. It can make babies very sick, cause them to have ongoing issues, and in some cases can lead to death.

Syphilis can be cured with the right medicine. If it is not treated, syphilis can pass from mother to baby.

It's best to get tested three times during your pregnancy.

https://www.cdc.gov/syphilis/about/about-congenital-syphilis.html

DYK?
Many STIs have no symptoms
Protect your health
Get tested

https://gettested.cdc.gov/

More than 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were reported in the U.S. in 2022.

UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health Urgent Care locations in Geneva and Seneca Falls offer Rapid PCR testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea & Trichomoniasis.

Results are available in 30 minutes or less.
Schedule an appointment online today to protect yourself and your partner.

flhealth.org/locations/schedule-an-appointment-online

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Urgent Care Geneva
789 Pre-Emption Rd.
315-781-2000

Urgent Care Seneca Falls
1991 Balsley Rd
315-835-4900

Today is National HIV Testing Day! Get tested, know your HIV status, and if needed get linked to care. HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. HIV is transmitted through certain body fluids, spread through s*xual in*******se and the sharing of drug use equipment. There are many ways to prevent HIV such as using PrEP, PEP, condoms, and never sharing drug use equipment.

Learn more about HIV https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/index.html

Find an HIV testing site https://www.hiv.gov/locator

Our health advocate Olivia will be increasing her Craft & Conversation corner program this summer at Penn Yan Public Library.

Join her every Wednesday from 3-4PM!

It's HIV Awareness Day! It's Important to regularly if you are s*xually active. Check out these testing sites near you:

FLCH in Bath https://www.localcommunityhealth.com/bath-community-health/
Arnot Health https://www.arnothealth.org/services/hiv-care-clinic
Planned Parenthood https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-new-york

Want to know more about HIV? Visit https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/about/index.html for more information.

Today, June 27 is National HIV Testing Day. There are more HIV testing options available than ever before. No matter the result, knowing your status empowers you to take steps to stay healthy. For education on testing, prevention, treatment, and more visit: https://www.cdc.gov/stophivtogether/index.html

Level up your self love today!

National HIV Testing Day is observed each year on June 27 to highlight the importance of HIV testing. The theme for this year is “Level up your self-love: check your status.” The theme emphasizes valuing yourself, showing yourself compassion and respect, and honoring your needs with self-love. Knowing your HIV status helps you choose options to stay healthy. Get tested today! Find a testing location near you: https://ow.ly/6fQY50S795g

National is June 27. No matter how you test, no matter your test results, you can take the next step for your health. Learn more about HIV testing options: https://bit.ly/3LVPmav.

No matter how you test, no matter your test results, you can take the next step for your health.
Learn more about HIV testing options:
https://bit.ly/3LVPmav

HIV Self-Test Kits sent by direct mail

No cost!

Order here: https://takemehome.org/

FREE HIV Self-Test Kits sent by direct mail

Order here: https://takemehome.org/

is coming up tomorrow Thursday June 27

FLX Pride Festival

We had a great time at the Finger Lakes Pride Festival last week!

Thank you to the Family Counseling Service of the Finger Lakes, Inc. for hosting this fantastic event

Looking for a fun, safe space for youth to express themselves? Look no further! Join us every Tuesday at the Newark Youth Clubhouse for our Healthy Bodies Workshop where you'll learn valuable lifelong skills.

Have you ever used an HIV self-test?
Order one now at no cost
https://together.takemehome.org/

Have you ever used an HIV self-test? Video clip featuring Olivia, a woman of trans experience, discussing her use of HIV self-tests.This video can also be viewed athttps://www.cdc.gov/wcms/video...

HIV Self-Test Kits sent by direct mail

No cost!

Order here: https://takemehome.org/

is coming up Thursday June 27

We are 18 days away from FLX Pride Festival, and we are getting excited!
Volunteer opportunities are still available https://buff.ly/49Pa5Xy

Need a conversation icebreaker? Add the Conversation Badge to your dating profile to signal that STI prevention and s*xual wellness matters to you:

https://bit.ly/3DwIFHd

More than 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis were reported in the U.S. in 2022.

UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health Urgent Care locations in Geneva and Seneca Falls offer Rapid PCR testing for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea & Trichomoniasis.

Results are available in 30 minutes or less.
Schedule an appointment online today to protect yourself and your partner.

flhealth.org/locations/schedule-an-appointment-online

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Be intentional about your ! Having a in place before you play can protect you, even when s*x isn’t planned.

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Prepare Before You’re There!

1. Take a quiz to see if you’re at risk for an

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is here! Use this week to make a so that you’re prepared to prevent STIs before you play.

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Finger Lakes Sexual Health Coalition

Syphilis among children is a concerning issue often overlooked. Let's raise awareness and promote education to prevent its spread and ensure the health and well-being of our youngest generation.

Black leaders were critical to the formation of the modern reproductive rights movement. Black History Month provides an opportunity to pause and remember some oft-forgotten leaders who shaped the movement.

How Black Leaders Formed the Reproductive Justice Movement - Ms. Magazine Before the end of Black History Month, we should remember some of the leaders who shaped the movement in the years before Roe v. Wade.