Yes. Your sexual health screening and STI testing results are part of your confidential medical record and are handled with the same strict privacy as all other health information. At Vancouver Direct Primary Care, your visits and results are never shared without your explicit consent. We understand that privacy matters enormously in this area of care, and we take that seriously.

STI (sexually transmitted infection) and STD (sexually transmitted disease) are often used interchangeably, though technically an infection becomes a disease when it causes noticeable symptoms or complications. Many people now prefer the term STI because it more accurately reflects the fact that many infections are asymptomatic. At Vancouver Direct Primary Care, we use both terms and focus on what matters: getting you tested, informed, and treated if needed.

The appropriate testing window varies by infection. HIV testing is most accurate 18 to 45 days after exposure using a fourth-generation test; chlamydia and gonorrhea are typically detectable within 1 to 2 weeks; and syphilis may take up to 3 months to show reliably on a test. If you are concerned about a recent exposure, your provider at Vancouver Direct Primary Care will advise you on the right timing for each test relevant to your situation.

Yes. Sexual health consultations, STI testing orders, result reviews, and treatment visits are all included in your membership with no per-visit fees. Lab work for sexual health screening is available at significantly reduced wholesale pricing as a member — making regular, thorough STI testing genuinely accessible.