STD Program

Providing support for STD testing, treatment, education and prevention strategies to all 159 counties across Georgia.

Screening and Treatment

Individuals can receive screenings and treatment of STDs through their county health department, as well as through their private physician. Access the most up to date screening and treatment recommendations. 

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Congenital Syphilis

Congenital syphilis (CS) is a disease that occurs when a mother with syphilis passes the infection on to her baby during pregnancy through the placenta. The infection can also be passed to the baby during labor and delivery.

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Data and Statistics

The following reports provide the most recent available data and statistics for reportable sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Georgia.  These files include data for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis.

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Prevention for Pregnant Women

STDs can have harmful health effects on pregnant women, their partners, and their babies. Congenital syphilis passes from a pregnant mother to her baby. 

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Prevention for Adolescents

STDs are common, especially among young people. There are about 20 million new cases of STDs each year in the United States. 

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Prevention for MSM

MSM are disproportionately impacted by syphilis, HIV, and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)

Learn About Preventing STDs for MSM, Gay and Bisexual

Resources and Training

CDS Core Training
CDS Cross Training
Provider Resources and Training

Frequently Asked Questions

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Free Mail Order Condom Distribution Programs

Condoms are a way to protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases. When used correctly and consistently, condoms are highly effective in preventing HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). 

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Information about STDs

Information about STDs, what you should do, what to watch for and how to protect yourself.

Facts and Guidance

Find a Testing Site

Services are available during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Service Locator

Georgia Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) Locator

A resource to help individuals locate Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) services through their local public health department. 

EPT Locations
Free STI Self Test Kit

Free at home STI Self-Test Kit

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Contact

Office of STD

Primary
(877) 783-4374

Contact

General Questions and Inquiries

For general question and inquires regarding STD information please email us at: 

[email protected]

Disease Reporting

All notifiable conditions should be reported to the Georgia Department of Public Health.

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