May 5th through 9th 2024 was Minnesota Statewide Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Testing Week. Below are some relevant statistics and data collected from our clinic sites during STI testing week:

• 41 clinic sites, with 41% of sites in Greater Minnesota

• Over 500 teens and young adults were tested for chlamydia and other STIs.

• Over 300 patients were new to the clinic where they were tested.

• The following positive cases were found:

  • 63 cases of chlamydia

  • 13 cases of gonorrhea 

  • 4 syphilis 

All patients who received a positive test result were provided with recommendations for treatment and support accessing other services as needed.