Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

STIs, also known as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), are common and in most cases easy to treat when caught early. Many STIs are curable. Here’s everything you need to know about the most common STIs so you can keep yourself and your partners safe:

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Siskiyou County Public Health (SCPH) provides referrals to people requesting testing, treatment, and preventative counseling for HIV/AIDS, and STIs (Syphilis and Hepatitis C). It's also responsible for STI case management, confidential case investigation, consultation, health education, and partner notification services.  

FREE male (external), female (internal) latex condoms, male (external) non-latex condoms, and water-based and silicone-based lube sachets are also available through:

• Siskiyou County Public Health, 810 South Main Street, Yreka, CA. Monday-Friday (closed holidays), 8am-5pm
• The Public Health Vending Machine- CareBox 
• Free-vend condom locations at College of the Siskiyous in Weed, CA
• Free-vend condom locations at Siskiyou County Fairgrounds bathrooms
• Are distributed to private medical providers throughout the County

Get Tested and Treated

​Did you know that most people who have a sexually transmitted infection (STI) don’t know it? That's because the most common STIs don’t always have symptoms. Regular STI testing is the only way to know if you have an STI so get tested! The good news is there are more testing options than ever. You can ask your healthcare provider to test you during your routine checkups. If you are not comfortable talking with your regular healthcare provider about STIs, many clinics provide confidential and free or low-cost testing. There are also home tests you can order.

Testing & Treatment are available at Siskiyou County Public Health

SCPH provides FREE HIV, Hepatitis C, and Syphilis Testing at 810 S. Main St. in Yreka, by appointment only. To schedule an appointment call (530) 841-2134.

SCPH has a limited supply of FREE prescription medication to treat certain STIs for select patients and their partners.

Other testing and treatment options:

• Take Me Home offers FREE at-home HIV tests delivered straight to your door. It's safe, discreet, quick & easy. Order test>>
• Get PrEP and PEP prescriptions fast, plus PrEP-AP enrollment at no cost through the California Department of Public Health PrEP Assistance Program.  You do not need insurance, and it is discreet and confidential. For California residents ages 16 and up. Learn more >>
• mistr offers FREE HIV & STI testing and treatment options. PrEP and PEP prescribed online and delivered to your door.  Get started>>
• Find other FREE, Fast, and Confidential Testing Near You. Find Testing Locations >

Notify a Partner of a Possible STI Exposure

Anonymously text or email a partner that they may have been exposed to an STI. No judgment.
Private. Secure. Free. Notify a partner here >>

Provider Resources

• Provider Resource Guide - Resources for Sexually Transmitted Infections
• Partner Services Guide for Providers
• STI Treatment Guide Mobile App