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Communicable Disease Services

Sexually Transmitted Infection Program (270-2647)
Testing, diagnosis, and treatment of many sexually transmitted infections are available. (For clinic schedule, click here) All services are free, confidential, and available without an appointment. Free Hepatitis B vaccine is also available. For more information about sexually transmitted infections, click here.

HIV Program (270-2763)
The Rensselaer County Department of Health tests for HIV infection. (For clinic schedule, click here) Both confidential and anonymous testing are provided free of charge, and no appointment is needed. For more information about HIV/AIDS, click here.

Tuberculosis Control Program (270-2650)
Screening, health education, outreach to those at risk, and treatment services are available. (For clinic schedule, click here) For more information about Tuberculosis, click here.

Lyme Prevention Program (270-2643)
This program provides public education about Lyme disease. For more information about Lyme disease, click here.

Rabies Control Program (270-2643)
This program provides treatment for individuals exposed to potentially rabid animals. Vaccination clinics are also provided for pet dogs, cats, and ferrets. For more information about Rabies, click here.