The Allegheny County Health Department has relocated its Sexual Health Clinic to Downtown Pittsburgh, consolidating services in one location to make it easier for patients to access sexual health care, immunizations, pulmonary services and public health pharmacy resources.
The department announced the move Monday, saying the new site provides a more central location within the county and offers improved access via public transportation.
Dr. Jillian Irwin, county health department medical director and deputy director for clinical services, said that access to healthcare starts long before a patient walks through the door.
“By moving to a more central, public transit-accessible location, we’re making it easier for people throughout Allegheny County to reach the care they need, when they need it. Every barrier we remove is another opportunity for someone to protect their health,” Irwin said in a statement.
The new clinic space is located on the fourth floor of the Hartley Rose Building at 425 First Ave. The site is accessible by multiple bus routes, the T and bike lanes and has better walkability, which is designed to make appointments more convenient for residents traveling from across the county.
The clinic was located on Wylie Avenue in the Hill District prior to the move.
Allegheny County Health Department Sexual Health Clinic provides HIV and STI testing and treatment as well as vaccines, cervical cancer screening, emergency contraception and health education, among other clinical services.
Ronnie Das, spokesman for the Allegheny County Health Department, said the move will not impact services or cause any changes in staffing.
The clinic is closed on Monday during updates but will reopen on Tuesday.