Screening and Testing

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Cancer Screenings

SCREENING LOCATION

Pap tests and pelvic exams (by appointment) only:	A Pap test checks for early changes in the cervix that could lead to cervical cancer. Getting screened regularly helps find problems early, when they are easier to treat.
Education on breast self-awareness and testicular self-exams:	Learn what is normal for your body and when to talk with a healthcare provider. Breast Self-Awareness Testicular Self-Exams
Free breast and cervical cancer screenings:	Available for women who meet program guidelines. View eligibility guidelines here.
Referrals for free mammograms:	Available for women who meet program guidelines. Ask about this when you schedule your screening.

General Health Screenings & Testing

TESTING LOCATION

Below is a list of general health screenings/testing available at our West location:
Blood Lead
Blood Pressure
Blood Sugar (finger stick)
Cholesterol/Lipoprotein
Height/Weight/BMI
Pregnancy (See Family Planning for additional information.)

Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screenings & Testing

STI TESTING & TREATMENT LOCATION

Parental consent is NOT required to be tested or treated for an STI.

The Sedgwick Health Department offers confidential testing and treatment of the following STIs:
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
HIV/AIDS
Syphilis
Yeast Infections
Vaginal Infections
Genital Warts
Herpes - culture test when applicable (no blood tests)

Tuberculosis (TB) Testing

TB TESTING LOCATION

TB TESTING FOR WORK, SCHOOL, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS

If you need a TB screening:

TB skin and blood testing for work, school, or other requirements are available by appointment at our West Central location (listed above).

Testing is available on the following days by appointment:

TB Skin Test:
- Monday-Wednesdays: 8am-4:30pm
- No TB skin tests on Thursdays
- Fridays: 8am-4pm
TB Blood Test (QuantiFERON test):
- Monday-Wednesdays: 8am-4pm
Call 316-660-7300 to schedule an appointment.

WHEN SHOULD YOU GET TESTED FOR TB?

You should get tested for tuberculosis if:

You have spent time with someone who has active TB disease or may have active TB disease.
You have HIV or another health condition that increases your risk for active TB disease.
You have symptoms of active TB disease.
You were born in or frequently traveled to a country where TB is common.
You live in a large group setting such as a homeless shelter, jail, or nursing home.
You inject drugs.

EXPERIENCING TB SYMPTOMS?

If you have TB symptoms or have been exposed to TB, see your healthcare provider as soon as possible.

Your healthcare provider can perform a TB skin or blood test and chest X-ray, if needed.
TB Testing is available at the Sedgwick County Health Department by appointment only. Call 316-660-7300 to schedule an appointment.

TB TREATMENT

TB CLINIC LOCATION
(TREATMENT AND CONTROL PROGRAM)

The TB Clinic assesses and provides treatment for people with positive TB tests.

(West Side Entrance - across from KU School of Medicine - Wichita)

For information about parking, visit www.schd.online/map.

If you have a positive TB skin test or blood test, call 316-660-7450 to schedule an appointment or speak with TB Clinic staff.

EXPERIENCING SYMPTOMS?

If you are experiencing any symptoms of tuberculosis, please contact your local primary care physician or visit your local immediate care or ER.