STI Screening Service

We do not operate an STI clinic from our Centre, but we can support, advise and signpost you to the best options for you.

STI Screening Options in Cork

There are a number of other options available in Cork/Online.

  1. Free Home STI Kits

    As of 30th September 2022, free home testing is available in every county across Ireland. Anyone who is aged 17 or over can order a free STI test to their home or other valid postal address in Ireland. There are a set number of kits available to order per day. If there are no more kits available when you try and order, please try again the following morning.

    The kits are in very discreet packaging- no mention of what it is externally. Instructions are provided on how to complete the test kit and a stamped addressed envelope is provided to post the completed test kit back to the lab. You should receive your results by phone or text message within 72 hours of the samples arriving at the lab.

    Support is available from SH:24’s clinical team by phone or text message.

    Order yours today from: SH24.ie

 

2. The GUM clinic at the South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital (SIVUH).

The GUM / STD Clinic is a free, HSE operated Sexual Health Service based in the South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital (SIVUH), Cork. If you have a query or wish to make an appointment please contact GUM / STD Clinic directly at 021 4966 844.

The Gum Clinic operate a 24 hour Voice Mail service.
If you leave a clear message with your name and contact telephone number, they will return your call within 24-48 hours.

South Infirmary Victoria University Hospital, Old Blackrock Rd.
Cork, Co. Cork

 


3. The Youth Health Service (YHS)

If you are under 23, you can contact the Youth Health Service (YHS) on 021 4937250. The YHS offers a free STI Clinic, and free contraception clinic for anyone aged 23 or under. Contact them directly to make an appointment.

Youth Health Service, Penrose House, Penrose Quay,
Cork, co. Cork.

 

Most STI screens checks for:

  • HIV

  • Hepatitis B

  • Hepatitis C

  • Syphilis

  • Gonorrhea

  • Chlamydia

Learn more about STIs here.