FAQ
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I want to visit a clinic but have no idea on how to start. Where do I go?
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Does oral sex count as having sex? Can you get an STI or STD from oral sex?
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What are my rights as a patient in Minnesota? What are my rights as a minor?
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I want to visit a clinic but don’t want my parents to find out. If I make an appointment will they know?
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What types of clinics are there? How are they different?
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I’m scared of what my friends will think of me if I go to a sexual health clinic. Should I be?
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I’m on birth control. Can I still get STIs/STDs?
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What’s it like at the clinic?
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Is it okay to feel nervous and scared of visiting a clinic?
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What kind of questions should I ask during my appointment?
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How many clinics are there in the Twin Cities? Can I go to any clinic I want?
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How long does it take for birth control to start working?
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What’s the most common STI/STD in Minnesota?
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What’s it like having an exam and Pap smear? Does it hurt? How do I find out the results of my tests?
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I heard that if you have sex during your period you can’t get pregnant. Is that true?
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Do I have to pay for anything when I go to a clinic?
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If my partner has an STI or STD does that mean that I have one?
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How can you tell if you have an STI or STD? When should I go to the clinic?
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Where can I go or who can I call to find out more about STIs/STDs, birth control, pregnancy tests, etc?
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