Frequently Asked Questions

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Health Department: STI

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  • Results typically take 7-10 days.

    Health Department: STI

  • We do not test for Trich but can send you to a lab to get tested for Herpes if our physician orders it.

    Health Department: STI

  • Yes, just call for an appointment and bring your test results with you.

    Health Department: STI

  • For testing and treatment offered in-house it will stay on your account and you can come back and pay it when you can. Testing that is sent out or treatment that is called in for you must be paid for either upfront or at your pharmacy of choice.

    Health Department: STI

  • Yes, our physician can sign your documentation only if the health department completed your treatment.


    Health Department: STI

  • We will treat the STI with the recommended medication. We also offer testing and treatment for your partners. For a positive HIV result, we will refer you to a local program for HIV assistance or to an HIV physician of your choice.

    Health Department: STI

  • We recommend that you contact your partners if you test positive for an STI. Let the nurse know if you do not feel safe contacting your partners and we will reach out to them anonymously. The Texas Department of State Services will reach out to your partners if you test positive with HIV.

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  • Retesting for chlamydia and gonorrhea is recommended no sooner than 3 months. Retesting for syphilis varies and it is best to speak to a nurse/provider to confirm when retesting should be performed.


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  • Midland Health Services does not currently offer HIV PrEP or HIV PEP.

    Health Department: STI

  • Midland Health Services does not currently offer DoxyPEP.

    Health Department: STI