Kennemerland

Would you like to get tested for an STI in Haarlem? At GGD Kennemerland, located at Zijlweg 200, you may be eligible for free and anonymous STI testing under certain conditions. The GGD offers this service to specific groups, including young people and those with an increased risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Not everyone qualifies for testing at this location. Want to get tested without an eligibility assessment? You can also choose an at-home STI test from Labtest.nl.

GGD Kennemerland at Zijlweg 200 in Haarlem

The Sexual Health Centre of GGD Kennemerland is located at Zijlweg 200, 2015 CK Haarlem. The location is situated on the western side of Haarlem, a short distance from the city centre. The GGD is easily accessible from Haarlem and surrounding towns such as Heemstede, Bloemendaal, and Zandvoort. At GGD Kennemerland, you can receive STI testing, information about sexual health, and advice on preventing infections. Requesting an STI test starts with completing an online questionnaire. Based on your answers, the GGD determines which testing option is most suitable for you. Prefer not to travel to Zijlweg? With Labtest.nl, you can easily take an STI test at home, without visiting a testing location.

Free STI testing at GGD Kennemerland

STI testing at GGD Kennemerland is free of charge, but it is not available to everyone. The GGD primarily focuses on young people under 25, men who have sex with men, sex workers, and people who have experienced sexual violence. If you qualify, different testing options may be available. For example, you can schedule an appointment at a GGD location, while in certain situations an online consultation combined with an at-home test may also be possible. The GGD determines which type of testing is appropriate. Those who do not belong to an eligible group are generally referred to their GP or can choose an alternative such as Labtest.nl.

Waiting times for STI testing in Haarlem

At GGD Kennemerland, you may not always be able to schedule an appointment immediately. Available testing options depend on your personal circumstances and the GGD’s capacity. In addition, STI testing is generally limited to a maximum of twice per year. Don’t want to wait for an appointment? With an at-home STI test from Labtest.nl, you don’t need to meet specific eligibility requirements. Simply order your preferred test online and receive it discreetly at home.

Order before 5:00 PM, and your test kit will be shipped free of charge the same day.

GGD Kennemerland or Labtest.nl?

At GGD Kennemerland, you can get tested for STIs free of charge if you meet the eligibility requirements. The GGD provides personal guidance, testing, and treatment when necessary. However, you must first complete an online questionnaire, after which the GGD determines which services are available to you. With Labtest.nl, you choose which STIs you want to be tested for. Simply order online, collect the required sample at home, and return it free of charge to our certified laboratory using the included return envelope. No appointment or prior eligibility assessment is required. This allows you to get tested for STIs 100% anonymously and discreetly, at a time that suits you.

If you have symptoms that may indicate an STI or need personalised medical advice, please contact your GP or the GGD.

Who qualifies for free STI testing at GGD Kennemerland?

• GGD Kennemerland offers free STI testing to several specific groups. You may qualify if:
• Young people: You are under 25 years old.
• Men who have sex with men: You are a man who has sexual contact with other men.
• Sex workers: You provide sexual services in exchange for payment.
• Sexual violence: You have experienced sexual activity against your will.

In addition, symptoms, unprotected sexual contact, or a notification from a sexual partner may be reasons to get tested. Whether you can receive testing at GGD Kennemerland depends on an assessment of your personal circumstances.

Take an STI test at home in Haarlem

Do you live in Haarlem or elsewhere in the Kennemerland region and prefer not to depend on an appointment at the GGD? Labtest.nl offers a convenient way to arrange your own STI testing. You will receive a discreetly packaged test kit, collect the required sample at home, and send it to the laboratory using the included return envelope. Once the laboratory analysis is complete, you can securely view your results online.

Want to get tested without an appointment or eligibility screening? Order your STI test online from Labtest.nl and get tested 100% anonymously from the comfort of your own home.