Attention Young Women in Donegal – Why Getting STI Tested at the iLash Clinic Could Protect Your Future Health
Every Monday (except Bank Holidays), young women aged 17–26 have the chance of a lifetime, a FREE, confidential drop-in STI test at the iLash Young Women’s Sexual Health Clinic at the Donegal Women’s Centre. The clinic runs from 4:30 pm–7:30 pm and no appointment is needed.
This isn’t just a health check, it could be a decision that protects your body, your future fertility, your relationships, and your peace of mind.
Why STI Testing Matters — Even if You Feel Fine
Most sexually transmitted infections (STIs) don’t announce themselves. Many women feel perfectly well — only to discover they have an infection like chlamydia or gonorrhoea with no symptoms at all. These bacteria quietly damage your reproductive organs if left untreated.
And here’s the scary part: a recent Irish survey found that over half of young adults have never tested for an STI — even though rates of infections in under-29s are among the highest. If you’re sexually active and haven’t checked in a while — or ever — you could be carrying an infection right now and not even know it.
What Can Happen if You Don’t Get Tested
Ignoring STI testing isn’t just “taking a risk” — it can have serious long-term health consequences:
Infertility: Untreated chlamydia and gonorrhoea can spread up into the fallopian tubes, causing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) — a leading cause of infertility in women.
Chronic pain: PID and other untreated infections can leave lasting pelvic pain and discomfort.
Ectopic pregnancy: Infections can damage your reproductive system so severely that future pregnancies implant outside the womb — a life-threatening emergency.
Silent spread: You might unknowingly pass an infection onto a partner — even if you use protection sometimes.
And this is just the beginning. Some strains of gonorrhoea are becoming more resistant to antibiotics globally, making early detection and treatment even more essential.
What Happens at the Clinic
The iLash Clinic offers:
✔ Free, confidential STI testing for chlamydia and gonorrhoea
✔ Private consultations with trained female healthcare professionals
✔ Support, advice, and referrals if further care is needed
✔ Non-judgemental space to talk about contraception, safe sex and your sexual health — all in one visit
All of this is available every Monday at Donegal Women’s Centre, and you don’t need an appointment — just drop in.
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late
It’s easy to put off STI testing — life’s busy, it can feel awkward, or you might hope nothing is wrong. But hope isn’t a health strategy. The sooner you know your status, the sooner you can take control of your health, protect your fertility, and stop infections from doing long-term damage.
Your body is your future. Getting tested protects your future — not just today.
Clinic Details
iLash Young Women’s Sexual Health Clinic
📍 Donegal Women’s Centre, Port Road, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, F92 X892
🗓 Every Monday (except Bank Holidays)
⏰ 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
📞 (074) 912 4985 | 📧 donegalwomenscentre@gmail.com
🌐 www.donegalwomenscentre.ie
Getting tested isn’t just good practice — it’s essential. Every Monday you can take this crucial step for free, in a safe, empowering environment. Don’t put it off. Your health — and your future — depend on it.
