Dearborn County sees jump in chlamydia cases, health officials urge testing

The Dearborn County Health Department reports 37 chlamydia cases so far in 2026, up from 28 for all of 2025, and urges sexually active residents or those with unprotected sex to get screened. Chlamydia often has no symptoms, so routine testing is important for early detection and treatment, which is typically antibiotics. The department is offering free, confidential testing and can be scheduled at 812-537-8844.