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According to the California Department of health, rates of sexually transmitted diseases continue to rise all across California. Although only county-level data is available, STD rates in Antelope mirror those in the remainder of the county.
Over the past five years, syphilis cases rose by 38 percent, gonorrhea rose by 24 percent and chlamydia rose slightly higher than gonorrhea. When detected and treated early, all three of these diseases can be cured.
Antelope is known for its gorgeous scenery, caves, and night life, but you can only enjoy it if you have peace of mind.
Many people in Antelope, CA do not get tested because they do not realize that STDs are treatable. They feel it is a death sentence, so they just don’t want to know.
Ignoring a potential STD is dangerous and there are many private clinics and free public resources available to provide testing free or for a low cost. The recent spike in cases has led Sacramento County to target community colleges by offering free screenings and treatment in many locations.
While these programs help to reduce STDs in a vulnerable population, this still leaves a significant portion of the population without testing resources. Many of the low-cost and free resources available are located in the more populated areas.
There are testing centers available in Red Bluff, Palmdale, and several located in and around Sacramento. The county operates several free clinics, but they may not have physician consultation available.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention1 (CDC) recommends screening for the most common STDs, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, syphilis, herpes 1, herpes 2, and HIV for both men and women. In addition, the CDC suggests women get screened for trichomoniasis.
SaferSTD recommends searching for locations that offer a 10-test panel which tests for the most common bacteria and viral STDs in the U.S. with additional premium add-ons like early HIV detection, if needed.
The CDC2Â provides detailed STD testing information as to when you should get tested. In summary, you should get tested today if you are sexually active, never been tested before, have had unprotected sex in the past, or if you exhibit symptoms.Â
According to the World Health Organization3, the majority of STI cases reported every day, more than one million, are asymptomatic; another reason to get tested today.
You should get tested again in 90 days to rule out STDs that have specific exposure waiting times, including HIV.
STD testing can be a quick and simple process, depending on the type of test you choose and where you get tested. Some may require an oral or genital swab, a urine test or blood sample, or a physical exam to check your genital area for signs of an STD.
SaferSTD has identified preferred providers that require only a urine test, a blood sample, or both without a physical exam.
The speed at which you receive your STD testing results depends on where you get tested. Before you choose your location, find out how long testing results will take.Â
At-home STD testing results are usually 3-5 business days, depending on the manufacturer of your test. You also need to take into account the amount of time it takes to receive the test or pick one up, perform the test, and ship it back, before the lab can analyze your results and report back to you.Â
If you test at a public facility such as a neighborhood clinic, you may have to wait a week, if not more for the results, which could delay treatment. If you test through a private facility, they have the fastest turnaround within 1-3 business days.Â
SaferSTD has researched and identified the most accredited and most reputable testing locations. Click here to find a preferred location near you.
Some STD testing clinics offer same-day walk-in options without an appointment. Below are nearby preferred locations that offer this option.
The cost of STD testing depends on whether you select private, public, or at-home testing, as well as the type of test(s) you need.
Several at-home STD options and public testing locations can cost up to $250, with most on the higher end, depending on the brand and type of testing. Public testing fees also vary based on income and welfare eligibility.Â
With private testing, you may save money on a low-cost comprehensive 10-test panel that tests for the most common bacterial and viral STDs in the United States.Â
SaferSTD has researched and identified reputable locations that offer upfront pricing without hidden fees. Click here to find a preferred location near you.
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Wellspace Health has been providing health care to individuals and families of all ages and backgrounds in the Sacramento region since 1953. Their primary focus is to offer the complete range of medical care services including dental and mental health care. They strive to accomplish this objective by planting themselves in the communities they help and by employing specialist healthcare professionals who identify with their mission
Individuals are asked to register as a patient first either online or at the center before they can access the services that they require.
The Sacramento Valley Pregnancy Clinic in Sacramento started as a non-profit in 1972. Their mission is to "offer compassion, support, resources, and free medical services to women and men facing an unplanned or unsupported pregnancy in the greater Sacramento area".
They operate both a fixed and mobile medical clinic that shifts its position on a schedule. STD testing and screening is only provided at their physical clinic location. It is administered by nurses and results can be returned to patients in a timely manner.
One Community Health is a privately run, non-profit community health center that grants health care to the greater Sacramento area. Their mission is to institute a medical home model of care wherein patients can receive preventative care, constant check-ups, immunizations and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses.
One Community Health also maintains a team of social workers and case managers who help their patients surmount barriers that would otherwise prevent them from receiving healthcare. Their expert doctors work etensively with community agencies to find all of the resources to help their patients.
The Sacramento Native American Health Center (SNAHC) is located in Midtown Sacramento. IT is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to improving quality of life for its community member by maintaining a culturally aware, holistic, and patient-centered standard of care. Their mission is to serve the portions of the population who are left with little or no access to mainstream health care options.
Their team of physicians and nurse practitioners are capable of treating patients in fields such as nutrition and diabetes care as well as STD testing and screening.
The Sacramento Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transexual Center incorporated in 1978 as the very first LGBT community cetner. From day one, the mission of the facility was to assit LGBTQ individuals lead self-sufficient, healthy, well-adjusted lives in addition to being an advocate for matters of importance to the LGBTQ community.
Today the Center focuses heavily on youth outreach and helping spread awareness and prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS. The center offers counseling services to complement its HIV testing function. Tests are overseen by a team of experts that place an emphasis on patient privacy.
Planned Parenthood is a non profit organization that finds itself in many countries across the world spreading the availability and accessibility to reproductive health care that underserved populations had difficulty finding for themselves.
The Mar Monte Planned Parenthood clinic is the largest affiliate in the U.S. and provides care to more than 220,000 patients annually in its 30 health center locations in California.
The team members employed by Planned Parenthood are specialists in their respective fields and strive to participate in outreach and awareness programs to bring knowledge to the communities they serve.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
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Description: Order online and receive a doctor's order to visit this lab to get tested in as little as 15 mins. Get your results privately within 1-2 business days and speak with a doctor over the phone if your test results come back positive. Doctors may prescribe treatment or refer you to a specialist if needed.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
Accredited and Certified
Description: Getting an STD test at a clinic near you has never been easier. When you choose this location, you can get a doctor's requisition to get tested in as little as 15 minutes. Following your test, you receive your results privately within 2 business days, and can speak to a doctor over the phone with confidence, should results come back as positive.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
Accredited and Certified
Description: Why go to a public clinic? Get convenient and fast STD testing that is 100% confidential. Individual tests under $50. Order online and visit this lab the same day for a quick 15 min test. Get your results online within 1-2 business days, and view them privately. Doctor consultation available over the phone, should results come back as positive.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
Accredited and Certified
Description: Get Fast, Easy and Affordable testing at this location. Results come back within 2 business days and be in and out of the lab in less then 20 minutes.
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Show only locations where privacy and discretion is taken into importance.
Description: Social Service Organization. You are welcome to walk in any time the Health Center is open to make an appointment or see if there is a same day appointment available
Description: Need to register as a patient. Closed for lunch from 12noon-1pm
Description: Safeway Pharmacy.
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
Description: Social Service Organization.
Description: Closed 12noon-1pm for lunch
Description: Immediate Care hours: Mon.-Sun., 8am-8pm. Walk-ins welcome to immediate care
Show only locations where they offer the HIV RNA Early Detection Test for people who think they may have been recently exposed to the HIV virus.
Show only locations where they offer the HIV RNA Early Detection Test for people who think they may have been recently exposed to the HIV virus.
Description: Need to register as a patient to receive services. Closed 12noon-1pm for lunch
Description: Must be a Kaiser Permanente patient. Kaiser Permanente provides PrEP services at clinics throughout California. Kaiser Permanente recommends that members speak to their primary care provider in order to locate the most convenient PrEP clinic. Offers navigation services. Above hours for HIV services. Closed daily from 12:30pm-1:30pm
Description: One Community Health is a private, nonprofit community health center serving the greater Sacramento area. The team uses a medical home model of care, including preventive care, routine checkups, immunizations and management of acute and chronic illnesses. Walk-ins welcome. Please visit website for more detailed hours of operation per department
Description: Social Service Organization.
Description: Safeway Pharmacy.
Description: closed Mon.-Fri., 1pm-1:30pm
Description: Need to register as a patient. Closed 12noon-1pm for lunch
Description: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Fees for services are based on your household income.
Description: Safeway Pharmacy.
Individuals must register as a patient at the health center before receiving medical services. Patients are asked to bring ID and insurance details.
The San Juan Community Health Center in Citrus Heights is run by Wellspace Health and provides a litany of medical care services in addition to their STD screening and testing.
Individuals looking to be tested must first register online by filling out the necessary forms.
The clinic is quite convenient to get to for residents of Sacramento and its suburbs as it is a short walk away from the 1 light rail line.
5959 Greenback Ln #500, Citrus Heights, CA 95621, USA
Testing is free and treatment is provided free of charge for patients who test positive for Gonorrhea or Chlamydia. Patients are asked to bring a form of government ID and a list of medications being taken.
Patients looking to be tested for STDs at the Sacramento Valley Pregnancy clinic will be asked to report to their permanent clinic facility on Bell Executive Lane. Their mobile base is currently unable to provide the testing and screening services.
Male patients are asked not to urinate or engage in sexual activities for 48 hours prior to the appointment. Female patients should not be on their periods and are asked to refrain from inserting anything into the vagina for 48 hours prior to the test.
2316 Bell Executive Ln, Sacramento, CA 95825, USA
A sliding fee scale is provided for patients who can demonstrate a lower household income and financial need. Patients are asked to bring ID and a list of medications being taken.
One Community Health center is a private non-profit that provides free HIV testing and STD testing for a fee. Their professional staff members help their patients in English and Spanish at their facility.
They provide testing for HIV, Hepatitis C, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis on an appointment or walk-in basis. Their clinical pharmacists and behavioral counselors are on hand to provide support post-testing.
1500 21st St, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
All patients are welcome. Native Americans and uninsured patients can be eligible for a sliding fee scale. HIV testing is free for the general public.
Contrary to what the name may lead prospective patients to believe, the Sacramento Native American Health Center has no tribal or ethnic requirements to receive medical care at their facility.
In addition to providing a variety of STD tests, the center will help those who are unable to pay the medical fees or are uninsured with a sliding fee-scale system.
2020 J St, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
HIV tests are administered for free at this clinic. Individuals are asked to bring a form of identification.
The Sacramento LGBT Community Center is a place where people of all backgrounds are welcome. They support the health and wellness of marginalized and underserved communities in their area.
While the center does not provide treatment for STDs, their staff will be happy to refer patients to a primary care facility where further medical treatment can be administered. Patients are given their tests by competent attendants and receive their results in short order.
1927 L St, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
Uninsured patients may qualify for a state sponsored grant. A sliding fee scale is offered for patients who have a low household income.
Planned Parenthood's location in Mar Monte is a center that provides numerous health services including emergency contraception, pregnancy testing, prenatal care, and testing and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases.
As the largest Planned Parenthood clinic group in all of the United States, the center can get quite busy during peak hours. Patients are welcome on a walk-in basis but may experience longer than usual wait times. Appointments made well beforehand are generally a much easier way to make sure tests are taken in a timely manner.
5700 Watt Ave, North Highlands, CA 95660, USA
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