PrEP, PEP & Sexual Health at WellNow Urgent Care | Canandaigua
Our board-certified providers are specially trained to offer advanced care for sexual health. With confidential visits, we offer point-of-care testing with rapid results to help you protect your health and make informed choices that are right for you.
Don’t Guess, Get Tested
No single test can detect all sexually transmitted infections (STIs). But testing for all of them is easy and can keep you healthy, along with the ones you care about.
HIV Prevention & Sexual Health
Get the support and protection you need to live with confidence.
PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxix)
A once-daily pill or long-acting injection prescribed to prevent HIV before exposure occurs. When used consistently, it reduces the risk of HIV from sex by about 99%.
PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxix)
A short-term medication taken after a possible HIV exposure to help prevent infection. It’s designed for urgent situations — and the sooner it’s started, the greater the effectiveness.
STI & Sexual Health Support
Get tested for STIs if you’ve had questionable sexual contact or you’re just not sure. Getting support, testing and birth control is easy, judgement-free and confidential.
We Offer Testing/Treatment for the Following STIs:
HIV (PrEP/PEP)
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Trichomoniasis
Genital Herpes
Genital Warts (HPV)
Hepatitis B (Testing Only)
Hepatitis C (Testing Only)
Molluscum Contagiosum
Mycoplasma Genitalium (Mgen)
Pubic Lice
STI Signs & Symptoms
IMPORTANT: STIs don’t always show symptoms and can still be passed on when none are present. The following symptoms may have causes unrelated to an STI. A medical evaluation can help determine appropriate next steps.
Unusual discharge (vaginal or penile)
Burning during urination
Genital itching or irritation
Pelvic or lower abdominal pain
Pain during intercourse
Unexplained rash
Sores or blisters in the genital area
Flu-like symptoms after a possible exposure
What should I expect if tested for an STI?
Testing methods are usually quick and minimally invasive. Expect fast results within 24 hours, if not during the visit. Depending on your needs, the visit may include:
A confidential consultation
Urine sample collection
Blood draw
Throat or rectal swabs (if clinically appropriate)
Physical examination (if symptoms are present)
Contraceptive Care & Birth Control
Birth Control
Oral birth control, vaginal ring, contraceptive patch (we do not offer IUD)
Injection: Depo-Provera
Emergency Contraception
A medication taken shortly after sex to lower the chance of getting pregnant. It does not end an existing pregnancy. It works mainly by delaying or stopping ovulation — meaning it prevents your body from releasing an egg. Emergency contraception prevents 95% of pregnancies when taken within five days of intercourse.
Plan B (levonorgestrel)
Works best within 3 days (72 hours)
Can work up to 5 days, but less effective after 3 days
Ella (ulipristal)
Works up to 5 days (120 hours)
More effective than Plan B, especially later in the 5-day window
Sexual Health Pricing at WellNow Urgent Care
We offer transparent pricing to get you the help you need for confident sexual health & HIV protection.
We work with most major insurances
$175 self-pay option for clinic visits includes point-of-care/in-clinic testing, which covers HIV, Hepatitis C & Syphilis testing
Max self-pay of $200 for additional for additional testing available that require labs to be sent out — these tests can include more complex and comprehensive STI Testing
NOTE: We do not control Quest blood work pricing or the cost of your visit with insurance
Cost of medication not included. Most insurance plans and state Medicaid programs cover PrEP and PEP
STI & SEXUAL HEALTH FAQs
I need more information on PrEP & PEP
Please refer to our PrEP & PEP page for further details and dedicated FAQs.
What are STIs (sexually transmitted infections)?
Sexually transmitted infections (sometimes called STDs) are infections passed from one person to another through sexual contact, including vaginal, oral, or anal sex. Many STIs are common, treatable, and sometimes curable. Because people often have no symptoms, testing is the only way to know for sure.
Do I need parental consent to get tested for an STI if I am under the age of 18 in NY?
Individuals 18 years and younger can consent to receive confidential testing, treatment and prevention (including HIV) without parental consent. There is no minimum age requirement, as long as the minor can provide informed consent.
How often should I get tested?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that everyone between the ages of 14 and 65 be tested for HIV at least once, with additional testing based on personal risk.
At least once a year if you are sexually active
Every 3–6 months if you have new or multiple partners or other higher-risk exposures
If you’re starting a relationship with a new partner, many people choose to get tested together beforehand.
How do I know if I have an STI?
Most people do not have symptoms. When symptoms happen, they might include:
Unusual discharge
Burning with urination
Sores or blisters
Warts
Rashes
Pelvic or testicular pain
How quickly after sexual activities should I get tested?
It’s important to get tested as soon as possible if you’ve had unprotected sexual contact, you find out your partner has an STD/STI, or if you think you’ve been exposed to anything.
It can take weeks from the time of exposure and possible infection until symptoms occur or our diagnostic tests turn positive. So, if you did have unprotected sex on Saturday and came into the clinic for testing on Monday, regardless of your test results, it is important to be re-tested in approximately six weeks, even if you don’t develop symptoms.
How much does it cost to get tested for STIs?
Costs vary depending on what tests are performed and your insurance coverage. Our staff can review pricing and payment options with you before testing. We provide a self-pay option for $175 per visit which includes point of care (in-clinic) testing for HIV, Hepatitis C, Syphilis or urine pregnancy testing.
Additional testing is available requiring labs to be sent out — up to a max of $200 with Self-pay. These tests can include urinary tract infections, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) panels, Vaginitis testing, and Lesion tests. Ask your provider if you have any questions.
NOTE: We do not control Quest blood work pricing or the cost of your visit with insurance
Is my visit confidential?
Yes. We cannot share any information with anyone without your written permission, including partners, parents or guardians. That means we can’t tell anyone why you visited our clinics, if you got tested for something and/or test results.
Experiencing something different?
Explore the variety of illnesses, injuries and symptoms we treat to better understand how you’re feeling. If you require experienced care, our medical providers can help diagnose and offer treatment options in the same visit.
Why Choose WellNow?
Walk-ins always welcome, no appointment required
Low wait times with appointment updates sent to your phone
We work with all insurance plans, with a flat rate for uninsured care