At Lifeline in Kirksville, Missouri, we believe everyone deserves access to kind, confidential, no‑cost sexual health care. Whether you’re experiencing symptoms, have a new partner, or simply want peace of mind, our friendly team is here to support you with STI testing, same‑day results, and on‑site treatment for several common sexually transmitted infections.
Why Get Tested?
Many sexually transmitted infections (STIs) cause no symptoms at all, which means people often don’t know they’re infected. Untreated infections can lead to health complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, increased HIV risk, chronic pelvic pain, and pregnancy complications.
Routine testing:
- Helps catch infections early
- Protects your future health
- Protects the people you care about
- Helps reduce the spread of infections in the community
What We Test For at Lifeline
We offer testing for the following:
For Men
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- HIV
For Women
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
- Trichomoniasis
- HIV
How Testing Works
Testing at Lifeline is quick, private, and designed to make you comfortable.
Our testing methods include:
- Urine testing
- Self‑collected swabs
- Finger‑stick blood tests
We also use point‑of‑care testing, which can give results in as little as 30 minutes, allowing many patients to receive treatment during the same visit.
On‑Site Treatment
If a test comes back positive, you won’t have to go anywhere else. Lifeline provides on‑site treatment for:
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)
- Trichomoniasis
We follow current, evidence‑based CDC treatment guidelines for each condition. For those with positive HIV results, our team will compassionately connect you with a specialized HIV care coordination team so you can begin treatment quickly — early diagnosis and treatment greatly improve health and reduce the chance of transmission.
Partner Testing & Follow‑Up
STIs commonly spread between partners, so identifying and treating both sides is important. That’s why Lifeline offers:
- Partner testing
- Retesting after treatment
- Help with following public health best practices for partner care and communication
Partner services are a key part of stopping reinfection and ensuring everyone stays healthy.
Confidential, No‑Cost Care
Everything we provide at Lifeline is:
- Completely confidential
- Respectful and non‑judgmental
- Available at no cost to anyone in Northeast Missouri
- No cost to you, regardless of insurance status
We’re here to make sexual health care accessible for everyone in Kirksville and surrounding communities.
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