Did you know?
- Approximately 20 million Americans are currently infected with HPV. Another 6 million people become newly infected each year. HPV is so common that at least 50% of sexually active men and women get it at some point in their lives. CDC
- Illinois ranked 10th among the 50 states for Chlamydia, ninth for gonorrhea and 16th for syphilis. CDC
- The GLSEN survey of middle and high school students found that nearly 9 out of 10 LGBT students (86.2%) experienced harassment at school in the past year, three-fifths (60.8%) felt unsafe at school because of their sexual orientation.
- This school year Links Community Education has presented to 18 area schools.
- Emergency Contraceptive Pills are most effective when taken within 72 hours of incident.
- Parental consent is not required for a clinic visit if you are at least 12 years of age.
- Links has been serving youth in the community since 1973.
- Pregnancy testing is recommended if you are 7-10 days late with your menstrual cycle.
- All services at Clinic and Pride are completely confidential.
- Male clinic is offered twice a month at Links by appointment.
- Volunteers are the lifelines of the Links organization.
- 34% of HIV infections are among 13-29 year olds
- The use of oral birth control pills will not cause weight gain.
- Chlamydia is curable
- Links does not turn anyone away due to inability to pay.
