Sexual Health
Our sexual health services include sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing and treatment, birth control, pregnancy testing, pre- and post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP and PrEP), care after sexual assault, evaluation of abnormal vaginal or penile discharge, evaluation of sexual dysfunction, pregnancy testing, and much more.
Healthy sexuality is a part of total wellness, and we believe that students, as adults, can make informed and good decisions about their sexual health. We are here to help.
We encourage students to practice safer sex, which means using barrier methods, such as condoms, with each sexual encounter. Most people who have an STI do not have any symptoms and may not know that they have an infection. This is how so many STIs are spread. Our clinic offers free condoms with no appointment needed.
Contraception (Birth Control)
There are many options for contraception, also known as birth control. Most individuals can find a method to best suit their preferences and personal lifestyle.
Emergency Contraception (AKA, Plan B) is contraception taken to prevent pregnancy AFTER unprotected sex. Our clinic stocks Plan B and students may schedule an appointment for a consultative visit. There is a small fee for the medication. Plan B is also available at most pharmacies without a prescription.
It is best to use Plan B as soon as possible after unprotected sex. It is not meant to be used as a primary method of birth control. If you are having sex or plan to have sex regularly, please inquire about a birth control consult at our clinic.
If you would like to get Plan B from our clinic, call our main number, and press the option to speak to a nurse so that we can get you in for the appointment ASAP.
Contraception (Birth Control) Options:
- Hormonal implant (Nexplanon)
- Intrauterine device (IUD)
- Depo-Provera shot
- Birth control pill
- Vaginal ring
- Birth control patch
- Condoms
For a comprehensive listing of all the contraception options, detailed information on methods, personal stories, videos, women鈥檚 health blog posts, and birth control reminders, visit Bedsider at
A Few Words About Condoms. The only form of birth control that can protect against sexually transmitted infections is condoms. We strongly recommend using condoms or other barrier protection (e.g., dental dams) in addition to one of the more effective methods listed above for protection against STIs.
Condoms can be used alone for birth control, but their effectiveness is only about 87% with typical use. In addition, most people do not use condoms all the time, and sometimes they break. Relying on condoms alone for birth control is a bit risky, BUT they are the only method that protect against sexually transmitted infection.
Sexual Assault
The AUCC-Student Health and Wellness Center offers support to survivors of sexual violence, including any type of unwanted sexual encounter, by providing medical and behavioral (mental) health services. You may call our clinic to schedule an appointment. Please CLICK HERE for more information and additional resources.
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