Health Education Services

Please view these links to the education services and programs that we offer!
Celebration of Change for African American Females
The R.E.A.C.H. Collaborative Partnership
Brooklyn Center High School

Clinical Services

The Clinical Services that we provide are:


Confidentiality
All services at the Annex Teen Clinic are confidential. People do NOT need permission from their parents/guardians to receive services. Minors - teens under the age of 18 - have the right to confidential (private) medical services for preventing pregnancy and preventing sexually transmitted infections. A minor's right to access confidential health care is guaranteed by the Minors’ Consent Law (Minnesota Statute 144.341-347). To learn more, please click HERE.

First time at the Annex:
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  • Check in with the receptionist and fill out chart forms
  • Go to the lab
  • Possibly provide a urine sample
  • Possibly have your finger pricked for blood
  • Talk with a nurse in a private room about your personal health history
  • Have your blood pressure, height and weight measured by the nurse
  • Check out with a nurse or your medical provider. She will provide medication or birth control and answer questions.
  • Sometime during your visit, you will speak to the financial person about payment and fees.
    • Payment and Fees

    The Annex charges small fees for clinical services. Fees are based on your income, and many people qualify for financial assistance. No one is turned away due to inability to pay. We are happy to arrange a payment plan with you.

    The information provided is not a substitute for medical care. If you suspect that you may have an STI/STD or HIV/AIDS please contact the Annex Teen Clinic at 763-533-1316.
    Guys' Clinic! Mondays 2 - 5pm
    Male doctor
    STD testing, just pee in a cup
    HIV testing
    Condoms
    Resources just for you

    Call today for an appointment - 763-533-1316

    Men are also welcome every day the clinic is open! On Mondays, there is always a male physician at the clinic.

    Birth Control
    image Birth Control Exams
    Before getting a prescription for birth control, you will attend our birth control information session to learn about all the methods of hormonal and non hormonal birth control. Then, you will need to make an appointment with a medical provider for a pelvic exam. This exam consists of a pap smear and a test for chlamydia and gonorrhea. A tiny brush and spatual are used to rub a few cells off the cervix. This is called a "pap smear". These cells are sent to a hospital lab and examined there for any abnormal cells. The cervix is also swabbed one more time for the chlamydia and gonorrhea test. These cells are also sent out and examined at a hospital lab.

    Birth Control Pills   

    These are man made or synthetic and consist of a combination of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. They are taken daily to prevent ovulation. If an egg is not released, you do not get pregnant. They are 92 - 99% effective in preventing pregnancy. Birth control pills with both estrogen and progesterone are called "combination" pills. There is also a progesterone-only pill called the "mini" pill.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    The Patch - "Ortho Evra"   

    This is a small patch that looks like a square band aid. It sticks to your skin and must be changed weekly. It works the same as the pill but it releases the hormones into the skin and from there they go into the bloodstream where they work to prevent ovulation. The Patch is 92 - 99% effective in preventing pregnancy.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    "The Ring"   

    This is a small, flexible, plastic ring that you insert inside the vagina. Hormones in the ring are absorbed through the vagina. The hormones work to prevent the ovaries from releasing an egg and therefore prevent a pregnancy. The Ring is 92 - 99% effective in preventing pregnancy.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    Depo Provera - "The Shot"   

    Depo is an injection or shot given at the clinic every three months. It contains the man made hormone progesterone, and it prevents pregnancy because it stops the ovaries from releasing an egg. Depo is 99.7% effective in preventing pregnancy.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    Condoms
    We carry both male and female condoms. The male condom is a thin sheath that fits over the penis and catches sperm. The female condom is a thin sheath made of plastic (polyurethane) with a flexible ring for insertion into the vagina. Condoms are 85 - 98% effective in preventing pregnancy.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    Spermicides
    This can be in the form of foam, cream, jelly, film or suppositories. They are made of a chemical that helps to prevent pregnancy by immobilizing or killing sperm. Spermicides can be helpful to prevent pregnancy, but used alone, are only 71 - 85% effective in preventing pregnancy.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    Diaphragms
    The diaphragm is made of a flexible silicone rubber material. It is used with a spermicial cream or gel. It must be inserted into the vagina before sexual intercourse and then must remain in place 6 to 8 hours after intercourse. It is 80 - 94 % effective in preventing pregnancy.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    Emergency Contraceptive (also known as "The Morning After Pill")
    These are hormonal pills that can be taken up to 5 days after having unprotected sex to help prevent a pregnancy. However, emergency contraception is most effective when taken within 72 hours of unprotected sex. They work by preventing the ovaries from releasing an egg. If an egg is not released, a pregnancy cannot happen. Emergency contraceptive appointments require a visit with the nurse only. Same day appointments are available for this situation. Emergency contraception or the morning after pill is 89% effective in preventing pregnancy.

    Please open our birth control brochure for more information.
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    Pregnancy Testing and all options counseling
    image Pregnancy tests are available for anyone who thinks they might be pregnant. Clients with positive results receive one to one health education and referral information regarding all options. Additionally, all options (continuing the pregnancy, prenatal care, adoption, abortion and parenting) counseling appointments are available with the nursing staff for clients who desire additional time and help in working through their decision. Information is provided to clients based on medical and clinical facts in a nonjudgmental manner. Clients with negative results also receive one to one health education based on possible next steps to help avoid an unwanted pregnancy.

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    Sexually Transmitted Diseases
    Sexually Transmitted Infections
    The Annex provides testing and treatment for the following sexually transmitted infections: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Genital Warts (HPV), Genital Herpes, Trichomoniasis, Molluscum and HIV/AIDS testing is also available.

    If you think you might have a sexually transmitted infection, it is important to go to the doctor and get tested right away. Symptoms of a sexually transmitted infection might include, but are not limited to:

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    Men


    Both


    Remember, sometimes people have no symptoms at all when they are infected. Yearly testing for those at risk is important.

    Chlamydia - This is a bacterial infection transmitted by sexual contact with semen or vaginal fluids. It is treatable and curable with a prescription medication. Chlamydia is also commonly passed through oral sex.

    Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.   

    Gonorrhea - This is another bacterial infection transmitted by sexual contact with semen or vaginal fluids. It is also treatable and curable with a prescription medication. Gonorrhea is also commonly passed through oral sex.

    Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.   

    Syphilis - This is a bacterial infection transmitted in several different ways. Transmission can occur from contact with infected blood, semen/vaginal fluids, open sores and by skin to skin vaginal, anal, or oral contact. It is treatable and curable with a prescription medication.

    Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.

    Genital Warts (HPV) - These are lumps or bumps located near the genitals. They are caused by a virus and are transmitted by skin to skin vaginal, anal, or oral contact with another person. It is treatable by a medical provider and with a prescription medication.

    Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.

    Genital Herpes - Herpes are a viral infection. They are transmitted from person to person through open sores and by skin to skin vaginal, anal, and oral contact. It is treatable with a prescription medication.

    image Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.

    Trichomonas or Trich - This is an infection caused by a microscopic parasite. It is treatable and curable with a prescription medication.

    Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.   

    Molluscum - This is a viral skin infection. They may or may not be sexually transmitted. The lesions often look like pimply whiteheads with an indented center. They are treatable by a medical provider and a prescription medication.

    Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.   

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    HIV/AIDS

    HIV/AIDS is a viral infection. It can be gotten from contact with infected blood and semen or vaginal fluids. It is treatable with prescription medications.

    All clients seen at the Annex have the option of testing for HIV/AIDS. Included with the test is an HIV/AIDS risk assessment, risk reduction information and further counseling as desired.

    Please open our sexually transmitted infection brochure for more information.

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    Vaginitis
    Normal vaginal discharge is clear to whitish and non-irritating. If this changes, there may be a problem. Vaginitis is a wide ranging term that covers any inflammation of the vagina or vulva. These inflammations cause discharge and irritation. The causes of the inflammation might be the growth of too many bacteria, yeast or a parasite called Trichomoniasis. Because there are several things that can cause vaginitis and the same treatment doesn't work for all of these things, it is important to come in to get tested.

    Bacterial Vaginosis (B.V.) - This is an overgrowth of bacteria in the vagina. Different kinds of bacteria can cause the problem. Symptoms can include, but are not limited to:


    BV can be treated with prescription pills that are available at the Annex.

    Please open our vaginitis brochure for more information.   

    Yeast - This is a vaginal infection caused by an overgrowth of yeast cells. Symptoms can include:


    Yeast infections can be treated with a vaginal cream that you can buy in any drug store, or at the clinic with a vaginal cream or a pill.

    Please open our vaginitis brochure for more information.   

    Trichomonas or Trich - This is an infection caused by a microscopic parasite. It is usually a sexually transmitted disease, but can also be spread through sharing towels, swimsuits, baths or hot tubs. Symptoms may include:


    Trich is treated with a prescription medication.

    Please open our vaginitis brochure for more information.   

    Non-Infectious Vaginitis - This occurs when the symptoms of vaginitis are present, but there is no infection. It can be caused by a reaction to a product or an injury to the area. In order to help, we need to figure out what is causing the problem and avoid it. Vagisil, an over the counter cream, might help with discomfort.

    Please open our vaginitis brochure for more information.   

    Cervicitis - This is an infection of the cervix. It is usually caused by a sexually transmitted infection and can cause pelvic inflammatory disease and other complications. Symptoms may include:


    Cervicitis is treated with a prescription medication.

    Please open our vaginitis brochure for more information.   

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    Hepatitis B Vaccinations

    Hepatitis B is a serious disease that affects your liver and can cause a short term or long term illness for people. This is now a required vaccination for students attending school in Minnesota. It consists of a series of 3 shots before people are completely protected from the Hep B virus. These are offered at the Annex free of charge.

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