The Mount Isa Sexual Health team are encouraging the community to make plans this Valentine’s Day for a routine check-up, with extended opening hours being offered on Monday 13^th and Tuesday 14^th February.

Mount Isa Sexual Health Nurse Navigator Kylee Parsons said free and confidential consultations are available to everyone in the region and Valentine’s Day was a great time to come in.

“Integrating routine testing into your life is important for prioritising your wellbeing and Valentine’s Day is the perfect reminder to be sharing affection, not infection, and get tested,” she said.

“The long-lasting effects of untreated STI’s are poor and can lead to pain, infertility and pelvic inflammatory disease. If you are having regular or casual sex with different partners, we encourage you to make the most of our extended evening opening hours and come see us.

“These evenings will be a walk-in clinic with minimal questions asked and open to anyone, including those with no signs or symptoms. Our priority is ensuring you feel safe and comfortable.”

The Mount Isa Sexual Health Clinic will be open until 7:30pm on Monday 13^th and Tuesday 14^th February for a rapid walk-in clinic. The clinic is also open during the week for free and confidential consultations. Those aged between 15 and 30 years old are highly encouraged to attend.

The clinic is located at 1 Barkly Highway, Mount Isa, across from Splashez Aquatic Centre. If you have any questions, the team can be contacted on 4764 0200 or simply walk-in.