Lubbock STDs

Lubbock STDs. The STDs of Lubbock. STDs found in Lubbock. There’s no good way to say it so let’s just jump in...

Lubbock may not rank very high on the list of biggest cities in Texas, but it does rank very high on the list of cities with high numbers of STD cases. It is reported that Lubbock has the 7th highest number of cases of STDs in Texas while only 11th in population. Yikes.

Lubbock STD Statistics From 2018:

Chlamydia – 2363 cases

Gonorrhea – 1206 cases

Syphilis – 84 cases

HIV – 33 cases

AIDS - 17 cases

The most affected age group is 15-24, but any sexually active person can contract an STD. The rate of diagnosed infections tends to be higher in women than in men and unfortunately, an STD can be present with no outward symptoms.

More on STDs

Having an STD doesn’t make you a bad person. In fact, going in for a test is incredibly brave and the first step towards heath. If you’ve never had an STD test click here to read about what happens during this type of medical exam. Whether your test comes back positive or negative an STD concern can be a great chance to come in to Parkridge for counseling. Talking to a counselor can be a good time to check in on your sexual health and make sure you are making healthy choices for your body and heart. Parkridge offers professional limited counseling completely free.

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Get Tested!

Parkridge offers free STD testing and treatment. So, if you think you may have an STD, call today to schedule your free appointment. Hassle free. Judgment free. Cost free. Call: 806.794.8555.

Resources:

Lubbock Health Department 2019