Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI’s)   Also known as STD’s.

It is the responsibility of the Gila County Health Department to:

1.  Prevent the spread of disease 
   The Office of Health Services helps to prevent the spread of STI’s by:
      • Provides treatment and follow-up for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
      • Conducts investigations, as indicated. 
      • Partner notification, as indicated. 
      • Conducts surveillance. 
      • Determines trends. 
      • Supplies reporting forms to the local health care facilities for suspected or confirmed cases. 
      • Forwards all reports to the State Health Department.

 

      2.  Promote healthy behaviors within the community by:
            • STI Counseling and screening
            • Family Planning clinics once a month in Payson and Globe 
            • Parent Workshops 
            • Educational presentations upon request at local schools