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Syphilis Information Hotline
(831) 454-5043
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Questions about STDs?

Call the Nurse of the Day
(831) 454-4114
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STD Web Resources

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Types of STDs - ETS en Español!
Treatment and Testing in Santa Cruz
STD Web Resources - HIV/AIDS Resources

STD Prevention for Youth and Young Adults


What are STDs?
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are illnesses that are easily spread through sexual or intimate physical contact. If you have sex with someone who has an STD, you can get it too. Many people who have an STD don't know it. They may look healthy, but they still could have an STD. Some people won't tell you, even if they know.  

Who gets STDs?
 Of all the reported STD's in CA: 29% are among 15-19 year olds and 74% are among 15-24 year olds. While teens and young adults have the highest rates, STDs are equal opportunity diseases affecting adults of all ages, races, and cultures. The Truth About STDs (PDF fact sheet)

Common types of STDs
STDs are caused by bacteria, viruses, or protozoa. The 5 most common STD's in the U.S. (and in California) are Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV), Human Papillomavirus (HPV), Trichomonas, Chlamydia, and Hepatitis B. HPV, HSV, and Trichomoniasis are very common and are non-reportable, meaning it is not mandated by law to be reported to the health department (County and State).

One might have an STD without noticing any symptoms or signs. Symptoms may not appear for several weeks or months after sexual contact. If untreated, many STDs cause serious health problems, infertility, impotency, immune deficiency, mental retardation, and death.

  


STD Treatment and Testing
Men and women may be able to get free STD services through the these Santa Cruz clinics or the Family PACT Program. Family PACT is available at many clinics in the county. If you already have Medi-Cal or CHDP, you can see your regular health care provider to get tested.

  • The clinics listed below offer services to persons 13 years of age and older without parental consent.

  • Most offer drop-in services without an appointment. Several offer evening and weekend hours.

  • Many will treat you and your partner.

  • Call the clinic nearest you for more information.

Santa Cruz Area Clinics:  

  • Planned Parenthood/Westside
    1119 Pacific Ave
    (831)-426-5550

  • Emeline Health Clinic
    1080 Emeline Ave.
    (831)-454-4100

  • Santa Cruz Women’s Health Center
    250 Locust St.
    (831)-427-3500

  • UCSC Student Health Center
    1156 High St.
    (831)-459-2398
    * For UCSC students only.

  • Beach Flats Clinic
    302 Riverside Ave.
    (831) 423-0222

Soquel Area:  

  • Cabrillo College
    6500 Soquel Ave
    831-479-6435
    * For Cabrillo Students Only.

Watsonville Area Clinics:  

  • Clinica Del Valle Del Pajaro
    850 Freedom Blvd.
    (831)-761-1588
  • Planned Parenthood/Clinica Mariposa
    40 Penny Lane
    (831)-724-7525
  • Planned Parenthood Satellite Office
    La Manzana
    18 West Lake Avenue
    next door to WIC 
    Thursday: 9 am - 5 p.m. (drop-in basis)
  • Clinica Santa Maria
    139 East Lake Ave.
    831-728-4030
    * Accepts only Family PACT
  • Salud Para La Gente
    204 East Beach St.
    831-728-0222
  • Crestview Health Clinic
    9 Crestview Dr.
    831-763-8400

STD Web Resources   -   HIV/AIDS Resources

 

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