Valentine’s Day marks the start of National Condom Week, February 14th through the 21st. The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, along with First Choice Healthcare Clinics in Kewanee and Toulon, are urging residents to make safe sex a priority and consider condoms a vital addition to their Valentine’s gifts. Condoms remain the only birth control method that also helps prevent the spread of sexually transmitted diseases such as HIV, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. Clinics are offering free condoms, confidential STD testing, contraceptive supplies, and counseling. Services are available to everyone—regardless of income—through insurance, Medicaid, cash, and sliding-scale fees.
“Though the subjects of Condoms and STDs may not be a comfortable healthcare issue to discuss, we want people to remember we are a source of confidential education, prevention, testing and treatment. And we are literally just a phone call away. People should know we offer the tools and services people need to stay healthy.”
First Choice Healthcare is inviting community members to reach out for appointments at their Kewanee and Toulon locations. Residents can schedule a visit by calling 309-852-5272 for Kewanee or 309-852-3115 for Toulon. In addition to their phone lines, First Choice Healthcare maintains an active presence on social media, providing updates and health tips via Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. This outreach aims to improve access to healthcare services and keep patients informed about wellness resources and upcoming events. For those seeking reliable, community-focused medical care, connecting with First Choice Healthcare offers multiple convenient options.