Find Free or Low-Cost STD Testing in Galesburg, IL

Central Illinois FRIENDS operates a free, evidence-based sexual health clinic with a focus on HIV/AIDS support and LGBTQI+ community services. They have multiple locations, including a Galesburg clinic: - Galesburg Clinic: 311 E Main St., #409, Galesburg, IL 61401 - Other locations include Peoria-area offices and Normal, IL Key notes: - Nonprofit founded in 1990, Peoria-based, with 6 offices nationwide (US) - Services include free HIV & STI testing; person-first care regardless of intake form details - Organization emphasizes three pillars: support for people living with HIV, LGBTQI+ community support, and free sexual health clinic services If you’re specifically looking for the Galesburg site, use the Galesburg address above to reach the clinic.

Summary: The Knox County Health Department (KCHD) and Knox Community Health Center in Galesburg, IL run local STI/HIV services as part of their public health offerings. They provide testing for STDs and HIV, immunizations, and community education. The department also handles ongoing public health needs like disease surveillance, West Nile Virus, COVID-19, influenza, and environmental health (water wells, wastewater systems). They operate from 1361 West Fremont Street, Galesburg, IL 61401, and have a small staff and budget of about $5.9M. For STI/HIV-specific questions or to access testing, you can contact the department’s public health nurses via the main line or the HRIF-related contact if applicable.