The Sexual Health Clinic

Appointments

If you have a family doctor, nurse practitioner or gynecologist, reach out to them to schedule a sexual health appointment.

In a medical emergency, go to the nearest hospital.

Scroll down to learn more about appointments at our Sexual Health Clinic.

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GetaKit

Online STBBI (sexually transmitted and blood borne infection) testing services are available through GetaKit.ca. Tests can be ordered 24/7. Test requestions are mailed or available online. Tests are performed at a local lab using your health insurance. Testing swabs for Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea are also available for pick up at the North Bay and Parry Sound offices during regular hours.   

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High school students: Let's taco 'bout it!

Drop in or book a time to meet with a sexual health nurse while at school.

Eligibility

 Appointments at our Sexual Health Clinics in North Bay and Parry Sound are for people who:

  • Do not have a health card
  • Youth aged 12-24 years old
  • Are Indigenous, African, Caribbean or Black (ACB), and other individuals impacted by systemic racism  
  • Identify as 2SLGBTQ+ or men who have sex with men  
  • Are experiencing under-housing or homelessness  
  • Engage in sex work  
  • Use substances  
  • Have a history of incarceration

Individuals without a primary care provider are prioritized. 

Services

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Book an Appointment with us

Walk-in services are not available at either location. 

  • If you have any accessibility concerns, please contact us.
  • If you are feeling unwell, please call us to re-schedule.
  • Do not urinate for at least 1 hour before.
  • If you are getting blood work, eat or drink before.
  • We ask that you arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time to complete a health history.
  • Bring your health card if you have one.
  • Bring your list of medication(s) if you are taking any.

  • Primary care providers, walk-in clinics, secondary schools and University/College campus health centres also provide sexual health services.
  • Our Sexual Health Clinic may not be able to offer earlier appointments or faster test results than other primary care providers or clinics.

At our Sexual Health Clinic, you’ll find a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere where you can have an open discussion about your sexual health. The clinic is staffed by administrative assistants, public health nurses, nurse practitioners, and physicians.

 

 

Interview

  • You will meet with a member of the health care team to discuss your:
    • Contact information
    • Medical and sexual health history
    • Reason for your visit
  • This information is used to determine the type of service(s) that will be most beneficial to you.

Assessment

An exam may be required, depending on your symptoms and risk factors.

Testing

We can test for different STBBIs via urine test, swabs (throat, vagina, cervix, and/or rectum), or blood work.

We will determine which type of testing is appropriate at the time of your visit based on your sexual history.

Results

It can take up to three weeks to receive test including cervical screening results. 

We will only contact you if you test POSITIVE for an infection.

If you do not hear from us, it means your test results were NEGATIVE. Feel free to confirm by calling us and we will give you your results over the phone.

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Questions?

SHILO is a free, anonymous service that provides general sexual health information, support and referrals to Ontario residents via live chat and phone. 

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