Confidential and affordable services
The Health Department provides confidential and affordable birth control, testing for sexually-transmitted diseases (STD’s) and family planning information by appointment.
Services
Services for this program includes:
Pap smears
Pregnancy Testing
Contraceptives
STD testing and treatment
Eligibility
Anyone who wants to prevent pregnancy or be tested for sexually transmitted disease is eligible.
Fees
Fees are based on a sliding fee schedule following a financial assessment. Donations accepted.
Contact Info
For an appointment convenient to your schedule, call one of our local offices between 8:00am and 4:00pm (Eastern Time, except Gogebic which is Central Time) and ask to schedule an appointment:
Baraga County (906) 524-6142
Gogebic County (906) 667-0200
Houghton/Keweenaw (906) 482-7382
Ontonagon County (906) 884-4096
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Q: Are services confidential?
A: Yes. No information will be released to anyone without your consent unless required or allowed by state law.
Q: Will my parents find out?
A: Parental permission is not required and no contact will be made to your home if that is your choice
Q: What if I can’t afford to pay?
A: The Health Department will not refuse you service if you cannot pay.
Q: Do I need to have a pap smear?
A: Yes, every 12 months, or sooner if your last pap was abnormal.
