STD Education: How I Know if I Have an STD or STI?
According to the CDC, by the age of 25, one in every two Americans will have contracted a STI/STD. The most recent data shows 2.5 million reported cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis alone in 2021. With cases so high in number, you may be wondering if you may be at risk for contracting an STI/STD. The answer is simple:…
What Should I Know About Abortion?
“Abortion is a major decision with emotional and psychological consequences. If you’re considering this procedure, make sure you understand what it entails, side effects, possible risks, complications and alternatives.” -Mayo Clinic Overview to Medical Abortion If you are considering abortion, you are in a position where all your options are hard ones. You may feel in a panic to end…
“What Do I Do if I’m Pregnant and Have an STD?”
No one wants to find themselves with an STD and certainly not when they are pregnant. Being pregnant does not provide extra protection against STDs for you or your baby, so taking the usual precautions if you are sexually active to prevent one is necessary. An untreated STD can have serious effects on you and your baby, so it is…
Reproductive Health Screening Prior to Abortion
Life’s Choices is not an abortion provider, nor do we recommend or refer for abortion. However, if you are considering terminating your pregnancy, we have several services offered free-of-charge for your optimal health and safety prior to an abortion procedure. Life’s Choices can provide you with a reproductive health screening that includes testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infections (STIs),…
What to Know About STDs: Five Common Questions
Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are defined as an infection or disease that is transmitted through sexual contact caused by bacteria, viruses and parasites. There is so much to know about STDs, how they are transmitted and who they affect. Here are some common questions people often ask about STDs. (Disclaimer: Some sensitive issues discussed below.) FIVE COMMON QUESTIONS 1. How…
Join us for our first VIRTUAL Spring Chicken 5k!
We’ve heard it said, “Man plans, and God laughs.” As we busily set about planning our annual Spring Chicken 5K in early 2020, we had no idea what was in store this year. We were excited to try out a new location (trails along the Schuylkill River in Hamburg, PA) and energized by a group of volunteers who also love…
Spring Chicken 5k Update: Rescheduled (Date TBD)
Due to the current COVID-19 situation, we are sad to announce that we are rescheduling our Spring Chicken 5k (date TBD). We’re still working on confirming the new date, but we will keep you updated. We hope you and your loved ones are staying healthy and safe, and that we all can enjoy community activities together again soon! In the…
How Do I Know if I Need STD Testing?
“If you are sexually active, getting tested for sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) is one of the most important things you can do to protect your health.” – Center for Disease Control (CDC) At Life’s Choices, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Health, we provide free STD testing, education and treatment for gonorrhea and chlamydia. Although they are not the…
Here for You: Free Pregnancy and Family Resources
At Life’s Choices, we provide a variety of free pregnancy and family resources for the Berks County, Pennsylvania community and beyond. Our mission is to offer non-judgmental, confidential care to women and families, and thanks to the support of our partners and volunteers, we’re able to do just that! Whether you’re seeking prenatal care or looking for ways to foster…
Who We Are
Perhaps you’ve passed by one of our offices in Kutztown or Hamburg, Pennsylvania, or maybe you’ve stumbled upon us online while searching for help for your unplanned pregnancy or personal situation. However it is you’ve found us, we’re glad you’re here, and we would love to provide you with our free pregnancy services! Here’s a little bit about Life’s Choices.…