With Valentine’s Day around the corner, the Alexandria Health Department is partnering with a dozen local businesses to offer discounts customers who book a sexual or reproductive health appointment this month.
AHD is offering 5% “Cupid Coupons,” valid for up to $10 off at 12 local businesses to customers who book the appointments during the February Love Safely and Save promotion.
“February is a month of love,” AHD Director Dr. David Rose said in a release. “Sexual and reproductive healthcare is essential for self-care and healthy relationships. We want people to reflect on their health, talk openly with partners, and take advantage of local resources.”
The following appointments are eligible for a coupon, according to AHD.
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) testing and treatment
- Cervical cancer screenings & well-woman visits
- Birth control counseling or administration
- Pregnancy testing
- Emergency contraception pick-up
Alexandria has some of the highest rates of sexually transmitted infection in Virginia, according to AHD, and rates have steadily risen over the past decade.
“Getting a free STI test is the only way to know if you have an STI,” Rose said. “Plus, with local businesses getting on board, we hope that this uplifts the importance of sexual health across our entire city.”
Where to use your Cupid Coupon
- Bagel Uprising (2307A Mount Vernon Avenue)
- Bloomers (706 King Street)
- Cameron Café (4911 Brenman Park Drive)
- Eliana Curated (1003 King Street)
- Epicure on King (703 King Street)
- Fibre Space (1319 Prince Street)
- The Genius Genus (1508A Belle View Blvd)
- Made in ALX (415 King Street)
- Monday’s Child (127 S Fairfax Street)
- Ms. Moxie’s Moon Shop (102 N. Fayette Street)
- Salon DeZen (533 Montgomery Street)
- Shooter McGee’s (5239 Duke Street)
Coupons will be redeemable through March 31. Interested local businesses can join the program throughout the month and email [email protected] for more information.
