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STD Testing in Maple Falls, WA: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Chlamydia reports in Whatcom County are 44% below US levels. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening in Maple Falls, Washington, there are several options. Public clinics keep costs down, private labs prioritize speed, and at-home kits trade a clinic visit for convenience. See the list below for details.

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STD testing near Maple Falls, WA

5 testing options are listed for Maple Falls, WA. The nearest, Nooksack Tribal Health Department, is about 11.4 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

How to read these listings

Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay: required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.

Source: CMS FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment files (data.cms.gov), refreshed quarterly. Title X status reflects the latest OPA grantee list.

Community health center 11.4 miles

Nooksack Tribal Health Department

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Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 4 reviews

Nooksack Tribal Health Department in Everson runs every service by appointment, so scheduling ahead unlocks the full visit: gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV testing alongside STI and family planning care. All provided at no fee to anyone who walks through the door.

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Zero-Dollar Care Across Every Service Line

The no-fee structure at Nooksack Tribal Health Department covers the complete service list (STI testing and treatment, TB testing and treatment, HPV and hepatitis A and B vaccines, family planning, and HIV counseling) without a cost category that exempts any of them. That single policy removes any need to weigh one service against another when scheduling.

Substance-Use Treatment Shares Space With STI Care

Nooksack offers substance-use treatment within the same department as STI care, which means a single appointment can address both without a handoff to a separate provider or program. For patients whose substance use intersects with sexual health risk, that coordination lives inside one clinical relationship.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
2510 Sulwhanon Drive, Everson, WA 98247
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 52 reviews
Address
8071 Guide Meridian Road, Lynden, WA 98264 17.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Tuesday 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Thursday 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Friday 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

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Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 47 reviews
Address
3015 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98225 19.3 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Address
3001 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98225 19.3 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 144 reviews
Address
4545 Cordata Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98226 19.4 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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When can I test? Exposure-window calculator

Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.

Detection windows for every STI
Infection Earliest reliable test Conclusive after
Chlamydia 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Gonorrhea 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Trichomoniasis 7 days after exposure 28 days after exposure
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10 days after exposure 33 days after exposure
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18 days after exposure 45 days after exposure
HIV (antibody) 21 days after exposure 84 days after exposure
Syphilis 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis B 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis C 56 days after exposure 77 days after exposure
Herpes (HSV) 28 days after exposure 112 days after exposure

Guidance only, confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.

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What will it cost? Estimate your STD test

Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option, actual cost depends on which tests you need.

  • Public / community clinic

    Free HIV testing is common

    $0–$25

  • Private lab (self-pay)

    Never billed to insurance

    $24–$200

  • At-home kit

    Mailed to your door, private

    From $49

  • Doctor / urgent care

    Often $0 preventive with insurance

    $0–$50 copay

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More ways to get tested in Maple Falls, WA

Beyond the dedicated testing centers above: at-home kits by mail, hospital labs certified for STI testing, local clinicians who can order a panel during a regular visit, pharmacies for self-test kits and prescriptions, and online PrEP & treatment.

Test from home

At-home STD testing in Maple Falls, WA

The nearest testing center is about 11 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Maple Falls, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic, no waiting room, and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.

Want a free option first? The CDC-supported TakeMeHome (opens in a new tab) program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits, and, in many areas, free STI kits, to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.

Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often, confirm current details on the provider's site.

Also in the area

Other CLIA-certified labs near Maple Falls, WA

Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Whatcom County, each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.

  • Avero Diagnostics

    3560 Meridian St Suite 101, Bellingham, WA 98225

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
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  • Peacehealth ST Joseph Medical Center

    2901 Squalicum Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98225

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists

    • Full STD panel
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  • Frontier Dermatology

    905 Squalicum Way Suite 101, Bellingham, WA 98225

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
    Call Directions

Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Maple Falls. A CLIA certificate records only that a laboratory is federally certified — it does not confirm the site performs STD testing, nor its hours, price or access. Inclusion is not an endorsement; always call to verify.

Local clinicians

Clinicians near Maple Falls, WA who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 177 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Maple Falls. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 94 offer telehealth.

  • Sara Sheaffer, DO

    Family medicine · 2510 Sulwhanon Drive, Everson

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  • David Dickson, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 500 Front Street, Lynden

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  • Melissa Negretti, MD Telehealth

    Family medicine · 1610 Grover Street, Lynden

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  • Kirstin Hansen, MD

    Family medicine · 1610 Grover Street, Lynden

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  • Mu-Hsiang Wang

    Family medicine · 8844 Benson Road, Lynden

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  • Kathryn Morrison, MD

    Family medicine · 2800 Huntington Street, Bellingham

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These are registry-listed clinicians, not dedicated STD-testing clinics. CMS records do not independently verify current licensure, testing services, availability, price, or new-patient status. Confirm each detail before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians.

Nearby pharmacies

Pharmacies near Maple Falls, WA

No pharmacy near Maple Falls, WA publishes an STD-related service or holds a current CLIA testing certificate, so these are simply the closest. Contact a location directly to confirm counter hours, services, prices, and availability before visiting.

  • Sumas Drug

    9.1 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Haggen Pharmacy

    18 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Hoagland Pharmacy

    19 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
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  • Albertsons/Safeway 19 mi
    Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 19 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Maple Falls, WA.

Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.

Prevention & treatment

PrEP, prevention & online treatment

Testing is one step. For residents of Maple Falls, telehealth covers the rest: HIV-prevention medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.

Pricing varies by insurance and changes often, confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a substitute for emergency care.

STD stats & rates

STDs & HIV in Whatcom County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Whatcom County, the county that includes Maple Falls, compare with Washington and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~28% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#21 of 39 Washington counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 46% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Whatcom County vs Washington vs U.S.

Whatcom County Washington U.S. ▲▼ = Whatcom County vs the state average
Infection Whatcom County Washington United States
Chlamydia
277.3 643 cases ▼ 22%
354.4 492.2
Gonorrhea
62.5 145 cases ▼ 52%
129.6 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
9.5 22 cases ▼ 55%
21.3 15.8
Syphilis (early)
3 7 cases ▼ 76%
12.5 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
10.3 24 cases ▼ 55%
22.9 29.5

Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. These figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.

Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread: a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.

Reported STD rates in Whatcom County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 23% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 200 400 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Whatcom County, chlamydia has fallen from 322.7 to 277.3 per 100,000 (14%), gonorrhea has fallen from 83.3 to 62.5 per 100,000 (25%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 5.3 to 9.5 per 100,000 (79%).

The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis).

Community health context

What shapes testing access in and around Maple Falls, WA

Adults uninsured
7.7%
No routine checkup
28.4%
Binge drinking
17.5%
Frequent mental distress
18.2%
Depression
29.9%
Below poverty line
10.3%
Primary-care ratio
1,064 : 1
Whatcom County
  • Primary-care shortage score 18 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 55.5
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 50th percentile nationally

Sources: CDC PLACES (ZIP), County Health Rankings, CDC/ATSDR SVI, HRSA HPSA, HRSA MUA/P, Neighborhood Atlas ADI. Lower insurance coverage, fewer routine checkups, and a thin primary-care ratio all raise the value of low-cost public clinics and at-home testing in Whatcom County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Whatcom County (2023)

People living with HIV
134 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
5cases countywide
PrEP users / 100k
135 · PnR 54.6

Whatcom County HIV care continuum (2023)

Whatcom County recorded 2.5 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 6.3 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Whatcom County residents living with HIV, 87.6% are in care · 82.7% are virally suppressed. Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers: it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.

Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once: every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at a local health department.

Pregnant or planning to be?

Congenital syphilis is the fastest-rising STI: what to test, and when

Congenital syphilis, passed from parent to baby in pregnancy, is the fastest-rising STI in the country. U.S. cases climbed from 2,163 in 2020 to 3,882 in 2023. It is almost entirely preventable: the CDC recommends a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit, and every clinic and lab listed for Whatcom County tests for syphilis.

Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).

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About Maple Falls, WA

Snow lingers on Red Mountain through April, and the rhythm of seasons shapes how people here move through their health habits. For young adults in Maple Falls who work seasonally, travel for jobs, or shift between routines, fitting STI screening into life happens best when clinics near you offer straightforward access without the friction of complicated scheduling. Testing in and around Maple Falls listed on this page reflects what residents actually need: appointments that fit around variable work, results handled with genuine discretion, and care that doesn't demand explanation or small-town visibility. The Black Mountain Forestry Center and surrounding outdoor economy draw people who value self-sufficiency and direct information. That same practicality applies to sexual health, screening matters as routine maintenance, the way you'd address any health question that surfaces.

Confidentiality here isn't performative; it's embedded in how medical information moves, and clinics understand that trust depends on it. Getting tested isn't a crisis moment or a marker of anything other than good sense. Residents in their twenties and thirties especially benefit from knowing their status regularly, whether they're partnered, single, or between relationships. The providers and clinics available in and around Maple Falls treat screening as ordinary care, which is exactly what it is.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Maple Falls, WA

Walkability 7.3 / 20 · Below average

At 7.3/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Maple Falls generally mean driving: plan on a car or rideshare to reach a clinic, and check each listing's hours and phone before you go.

Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.

Map of 5 STD & STI testing locations in Maple Falls, Washington, EasySTD

ZIP 98244 snapshot

Residents
3,080
Median age
53.8
Median income
$83,958

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 98244 area around Maple Falls: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Maple Falls alone.

Maple Falls sits in Whatcom County, ZIP 98244. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Red Mountain
  • Black Mountain
  • Black Mountain Forestry Center

Reference

STD testing in Maple Falls, WA: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Whatcom County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Washington law. If you have symptoms right now, our confidential symptom checker maps them to the tests worth considering.

Who should test, and when

CDC screening schedule + each infection's detection window

Who should get tested, and how often

Based on current CDC screening recommendations.

GroupTestsHow often
Everyone aged 13–64 HIV At least once
Sexually active women under 25 Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Pregnant people HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM) Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment HIV, hepatitis B & C At least yearly
All adults at least once Hepatitis C At least once

When to test: STD detection windows

Testing too early can return a false negative, confirm timing with a Maple Falls-area provider.

InfectionEarliest reliable testSample
Chlamydia 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Gonorrhea 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Trichomoniasis 1–4 weeks Urine or swab
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10–33 days Blood
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18–45 days Blood
HIV (antibody) 3–12 weeks Blood / oral
Syphilis 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis B 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis C 8–11 weeks Blood
Herpes (HSV) 4–16 weeks (antibody); swab a sore Blood / swab
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What each STD test costs

Medicare reference prices per lab test, a benchmark before you pay out of pocket

These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the community health centers serving Maple Falls often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.

TestReference priceCPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT) $47.80 87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT) $47.80 87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT) $47.76 87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody $26.87 87389
HIV-1/2 antibody $22.44 86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL) $5.61 86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody) $17.49 86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT) $47.76 87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen $15.33 87340
Hepatitis C antibody $29.16 86803

Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS, 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only: a clinic visit, sample collection, or a bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.

Confidentiality & consent in Washington

Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately

Two things that actually depend on Washington law: who can consent, and whether partners can be treated without their own visit. Everything else about testing privately is the same nationwide (see below).

Can a minor consent on their own?

In Washington, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Washington permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication (or a prescription) to pass to your partner, no separate exam or appointment needed for them.

Keeping a test private works the same in every state. Whether an STD test shows on insurance (the EOB), how to test anonymously, and self-pay options that leave no insurance trail don’t change by location.

Learn more about confidential STD testing in Washington

Source: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.

Good to Know

STD testing FAQs for Maple Falls, WA

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Can I get same-day or walk-in testing near Maple Falls, WA?

Some clinics and labs take walk-ins for same-day testing; call ahead to confirm hours.

Does Medicaid cover STD testing?

Medicaid generally covers STD testing, and public clinics test for free regardless of coverage.

Where's free HIV testing around Maple Falls, WA?

Public clinics nearby offer free HIV testing.

Which tests are offered near Maple Falls, WA?

Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, a full panel covers the common ones.

How common is chlamydia in Whatcom County?

About 277 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Washington average.

Can someone under 18 get tested in Washington without a parent?

In Washington, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.

Can I test at home near Maple Falls, WA?

Yes, at-home kits ship to 98244; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.

Should I get tested for STDs while pregnant?

Yes, the CDC recommends STI screening early in pregnancy, since untreated infections can affect the baby.

Clinic or at-home test, which is better near Maple Falls, WA?

A clinic offers same-day answers and on-site treatment; an at-home kit trades that for privacy and convenience, both use real lab testing.

How do I prepare for an STD test near Maple Falls, WA?

Just note your exposure dates and symptoms; for urine tests, hold off urinating ~1 hour before.

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