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:
Siskiyou County Public Health (SCPH) provides referrals to people requesting testing, treatment, and preventative counseling for HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted infections (STIs), and birth control services. It's also responsible for STI case management, confidential case investigation, consultation, health education, and partner notification services.
Free latex condoms are available at the SCPH Department, 810 South Main Street, Yreka, and 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 STI Testing at 810 S. Main St. in Yreka, on Fridays between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. To schedule an appointment call 530-841-2130.
SCPH has a limited supply of prescription medication to treat certain STIs for select patients and their partners.
Other testing and treatment options:
- Take Me Home offers free at-home STI 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 and Color Health. You do not need insurance, and it is discreet and confidential. For California residents ages 16 and up. Learn more >>
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- 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.
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Provider Resources
Contact Information
Shelly Davis, MN BSN-RN PHN CCHP
Director, Public Health Division
Aaron Stutz, MD FAAEM CCHP
Public Health Officer
810 South Main St.
Yreka, CA 96097
Phone: 530-841-2134
Fax: 530-841-4094
phinfo@co.siskiyou.ca.us
Hours: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday