Did you know that the most common STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, show no symptoms and are easily treated? Don't stress about STIs, get tested and find out your status!

You can get tested at our free STI Testing Day on Tuesday, March 11th from 11:30am until 4:00pm in the UC Courtyard. Come out to pick up swag, snacks, and resources and enter our draw for a chance to WIN BEATS SOLO 3 WIRELESS HEADPHONES OR $100 GROCERY GIFT CARD! This event is hosted by Student Wellness and Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health.

How does it work?

1. Show up to the event in the UC and register
2. Have a private conversation with a nurse who will explain the process and answer any questions you may have
3. Take your sample kit to the bathroom, and take a swab or urine sample in privacy
4. Drop it off to a nurse, enter our draw to WIN BEATS SOLO 3 WIRELESS HEADPHONES OR $100 GROCERY GIFT CARD, and grab some swag on the way out!

We take confidentiality seriously. You will not receive results during the event, and none of our staff or volunteers will know your results. Your sample will be handled by medical professionals off-site. You will only be contacted by a nurse if your results are positive (approx. 2 weeks). If you receive a negative test, which is most common, you will not hear from us.

Getting tested for STIs is part of a normal healthy sex life, even if you have no symptoms. Drop by between classes, or bring a friend, roommate, or partner! 

What do we test for? 

• Both urine and swabs test for chlamydia and gonorrhea, the two most common STIs
• People with vaginas will be able to complete a self-administered swab if they are not currently menstruating; urine tests are also available
• People with penises will be able to provide a urine sample

Who should get tested? 

If you are someone who is sexually active, getting tested regularly is important. You should come get tested if:

• You are sexually active
• You have a new partner
• You haven't had an STI test in the past 6 months

The only way to know whether or not you have an STI is to get tested.

Can't make it to the testing day? 

STI testing is available year-round at Health Services, with two ways to access:

1. Drop-in STI Testing Clinics [1] every Monday and Tuesday from 1:00-4:00pm and Fridays 1:00-3:00pm

2. Book an appointment with a nurse Monday to Friday (8:30am-4:30pm) by calling 519-824-4120 x52131

What happens if my STI test results are positive?

• If your test results are positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, you will be contacted by a Public Health nurse or nurse from Student Health Services within two weeks of testing by March 25, 2025. The nurse will discuss treatment options, help you make an appointment for treatment, and answer any questions you have.
• You will receive a call. Note: the phone number may appear as “private” or will not display. If you have voicemail, you may receive a generic message including a phone number and extension indicating for you to call Public Health or Student Health Services back at your earliest convenience.
• The most common STIs, like chlamydia and gonorrhea, show no symptoms and are easily treated!

What happens if my STI test results are negative?

• If your test results are negative for chlamydia or gonorrhea, you will NOT be contacted.
• If you have not received a call by March 25, 2025 (two weeks from testing), you can assume that your test result was negative and you did not have chlamydia or gonorrhea on the day of testing.

What if I want to have testing for other STIs?

• Testing for STIs is free. Make an appointment with your health care provider, Student Health Services, Public Health or a walk-in clinic.

Questions about STIs? 

Stop by and speak to one of our nurses for more information and resources.