Public Health

The Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic provides testing and/or treatment for a variety of sexually transmitted infections, or STIs. Below is a comprehensiveComplete; including all or nearly all elements or aspects of something.   list of services available:

• ChlamydiaA common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. testing and treatment
• GonorrheaA sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae testing and treatment
• Syphilis testing and treatment
• TrichomoniasisA sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis., or “Trich”, testing (for females) and treatment
• Herpes swab testing if you have symptoms (such as a genital, oral or rectal sore)
• Hepatitis B & C testing (based on risk)
• Testing and treatment for vaginal infections like yeast and bacterial vaginosis
• Treatment of genital warts
• HIV testing, counseling, and referrals for treatment
• Mycoplasma Genitalium (based on risk)

Cost:

• $30; includes most standard testing and treatment, some exceptions apply.
• No billing for private insurance.

Appointments
To make an appointment, call 262-636-9431.
You may also email PublicHealth@cityofracine.org. If emailing, include your full name, phone number, and home address, and mention the service(s) you are looking for.

Pregnancy testing is available through the Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic by appointment only. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are encouraged to guarantee availability. During your visit, in addition to the determination of pregnancy status, clients will receive appropriate referrals for prenatal and/or other health services. These referrals may include the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutritional Program, the Racine County Home Visitation Network, Medicaid/BadgerCare enrollment, and contraceptive health services.

Cost:

• $5

Appointments
To make an appointment, call 262-636-9431.
You may also email PublicHealth@cityofracine.org. If emailing, include your full name, phone number, and home address, and mention the service(s) you are looking for.

There are two emergency contraception pills available, based on your individual health history and situation. Emergency contraception should be taken as soon as possible, and is effective up to 3-5 days after unprotected sex.

Things You Should Know

• These pills will not prevent pregnancy during future unprotected sex, so you must plan to use contraception in the future.
• These pills do not protect you against STIs. You should still use condoms and be tested for STIs regularly.

Cost:

• All Clients: Free

Appointments
To make an appointment, call 262-636-9431.
You may also email PublicHealth@cityofracine.org. If emailing, include your full name, phone number, and home address, and mention the service(s) you are looking for.

The Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic offers various forms of birth control, including injectable and oral medications to prevent pregnancy.

Things You Should Know

• You must adhere to the prescribed medication’s regimen to ensure effectiveness and prevent pregnancy.
• Birth control does not protect you against STIs. You should still use condoms and be tested for STIs regularly.

Cost:

• All Clients: $30-45

Appointments
To make an appointment, call 262-636-9431.
You may also email PublicHealth@cityofracine.org. If emailing, include your full name, phone number, and home address, and mention the service(s) you are looking for.

The Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic offers oral PrEP to help prevent HIV infection in those that are at high risk for getting HIV through sex or injection drug use.

Things You Should Know:

• When PrEP is taken daily, it is 99% effective at preventing HIV in sexual transmission.
• You must adhere to the prescribed medication’s regimen to ensure effectiveness.
• PrEP does not protect you against STIs. You should still use condoms and be tested for STIs regularly.
• It’s possible to leave the Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic with medication in-hand or a prescription at your chosen pharmacy.

Cost:

• All Clients: $30, which includes required STI and other testing

Appointments
To make an appointment, call 262-636-9431.
You may also email PublicHealth@cityofracine.org. If emailing, include your full name, phone number, and home address, and mention the service(s) you are looking for.

Pick up free supplies at the Sexual & Reproductive Health Clinic. Supplies are available Monday through Friday, 8 AM – 5 PM (excluding holidays).

Available Supplies

• Condoms
• Dental dams
• Finger cots
• Insertable condoms
• Water-based and silicone-based sex lube

If you are unable to pick up supplies in person, you can have them mailed to you for free. Read about our Mail Me Condoms Program.

Condoms and other harm reduction-related supplies are also available at a variety of locations throughout the Racine community through our Public Health Vending Machines and with the assistance of many community partners. View our Harm Reduction Map to find the resources most convenient to you.

A variety of additional services relating to optimal sexual and reproductive health are available from the Public Health Department.

• Confidential partner notifications
• Immunizations
• Linkage to care for people living with HIV, Hepatitis B, and/or Hepatitis C