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Located in the central San Gabriel Valley of Los Angeles County in sunny California, Baldwin Park has a population of approximately 76,402 people. While Los Angeles County is home to the famous Hollywood sign and the famous Renaissance Faire is held each year in Baldwin Park, the county is also known for something else.
There is a dark side to Los Angeles County that many people do not want to think about. It has the fourth highest rate of chlamydia and comes in third for gonorrhea. Not far behind is syphilis that comes in seventh in the state.
There were a total of 275,000 new cases of STDs reported in 2016 for the area. In 2016, a total of 1,949 residents were diagnosed as HIV positive in the county. Of those, 1,744, or 89 percent, were male and only about 11 percent, or 205, were female.
With about 1,200 patients per doctor in the Baldwin Park area, private and public health care clinics are becoming increasingly more important than ever before. From women’s health centers and urgent care facilities to health clinics for males and females of all ages, there are still plenty of places to visit to stay on top of your sexual health and care.
Many of these clinics offer free or inexpensive STD testing services for diseases, such as HIV, Herpes, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Chlamydia and even Hepatitis A. B and C but may not offer all of the tests at one clinic. Many free clinics are not completely free as there could be unforeseen charges for certain doctors or additional tests that may be needed.
Many private clinics offer STD screening for these diseases for yourself or your partner. Same-day testing is also available so you can have peace of mind or begin a treatment plan sooner rather than later. CAN Community Health (Broward House Clinic) offers a variety of STD testing for diseases, such as Chlamydia and Herpes while Compassionate Hearts Serving Hands Incorporated offers HIV screening through blood tests.
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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AHF Healthcare Center - El Monte has been providing health care services to PLWHA for over 30 years. It provides HIV patients with access to specialists, advanced care, and medication to live a healthy life despite their condition. The AIDS Organization also applies modern medical technology to prevent the spread of the HIV epidemic and provides free HIV tests and medications for managing the infections.
Central City Community Health Center - Baldwin Park was founded in 1994 to provide quality health and human services to the underserved members of the community. It provides comprehensive health care services including primary care, family planning, pediatrics, chronic disease management, and confidential STD/HIV screening and treatment.
East Valley Community Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center providing patient-centered care to meet the needs of its clients. Its mission is to provide easily accessible medical care while empowering patients to improve their well-being. It has board-certified physicians trained to provide services in behavioral health, pediatric care, and general medicine as well as STD/AIDS screening and treatment.
EL Monte Health Centre of El Monte, CA is a satellite clinic of the Planned Parenthood organization providing quality and comprehensive sexual health services to the residents of Baldwin Park city. The facility has responsive medical professionals who provide confidential STD screening and treatment, abortion care, and family planning services.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health works to improve and protect the health and well-being of its residents through its 14 Public Health Centers located throughout Los Angeles County. The health department also has an STD clinic providing free and anonymous STD services.
Express Care at West Covina Medical Center is a full-service urgent care clinic with a dedicated medical staff providing quality care to patients living in Baldwin Park, California. The facility treats minor and major emergencies such as Asthma, Gastrointestinal disorders and also conducts comprehensive STD testing and treatment.
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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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Description: Social Service Organization.
Description: Must register as a patient to receive services. Closed for lunch from 12noon-1pm
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Description: Must be registered as a patient to receive services. Closed for lunch from 12noon-1pm
Description: Eligibility Will be determined when calling in-call for more information. HIV Services include, medical, dental, case management/resource referrals, benefits assistance, mental health and ADAP medication coverage. PrEP includes, clinical assessment, labs, medication assistance and some vaccines.
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: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Please bring the following documents: photo ID. Fees for services are based on your household income. You will not be turned away because of your inability to pay. Services under some insurance plans and physician groups require prior authorization. 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. Walk-in hours Mon., Tues., 9am-4:30pm; Wed.-Fri., 8am-3:30pm; Sat., 8am-3pm
Description: Please enroll as a patient to receive services. Provides both medical services and free condoms. Closed between 12noon-1pm
Description: Closed every other Saturday
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department.
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Due to COVID-19 activities, DPH services at public health centers may be closed, please call ahead to confirm
Description: Please enroll as a patient to receive services. Provides both medical services and free condoms - do not need to get medical services to receive free condoms. Closed between 12noon-1pm
STD rates in California are the highest they have been in at least two decades. National statistics show a rise in STDs, and California is worse with this including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. Cases have increased over 10 percent in California for the three STIs since 2014 which was the worst previous year. Here are rates for chlamydia with rates in LA county especially high.
Rates are similar for gonorrhea and syphilis. Los Angeles County exceeds California. California exceeds the country. Here are some additional statistics of concern about STDs in California.
Unfortunately, your state has the third highest rates of primary and secondary syphilis with Louisiana and Georgia the only states with higher rates. Syphilis is the least common of the three STDs but is a concern because of the increasing number of babies born with syphilis as it is passed on with an infected mother. There were 142 babies born with syphilis in California in 2015. This is a jump from the 30 cases is 2012. California has the second highest rate of congenital syphilis in the United States.
Concerning HIV in Los Angeles County, rates began to decrease in 2008. HIV diagnoses were primarily for ages 20-39 at 61 percent in 2013. HIV diagnoses were 45 percent for Hispanics/Latinos in 2013. HIV diagnoses were 85 percent for men having sex with men in 2013.
Both insured and uninsured patients may be eligible for HIV services. However, the latter may qualify for the Health Access Program offered by the facility. Finally, the HIV clinic doesn't deny patients HIV services based on their gender, color, race, or disability.
AHF Healthcare Center - El Monte is staffed with qualified physicians providing confidential HIV services. Spanish interpretation services are also available for non-English speakers, and its pharmacy offers free home delivery services for its patients.
3131 Santa Anita Ave Ste 109 Ste 109, El Monte, CA 91733, USA
You may be required to provide a California ID, proof of income, and household social security numbers to receive STD medical services. A sliding fee scale based on your income may also be available for the underinsured and uninsured. Moreover, the clinic serves all patients regardless of color, religion, ethnic group, or race.
Central City Community Health Center - Baldwin Park has a Prevention and Community Programs focusing on prevention and treatment through its mobile medical services and outreach activities. Finally, it’s Child Health and Disability Program provides specialized care to the physically challenged children.
4126 Maine Ave, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, USA
East Valley clinic accepts public and private health insurances for insured patients. It also holds public and private contracts with various funding sources, which allow it to provide low-cost services for uninsured and underinsured clients. Finally, no person is denied STD services regardless of their gender, age, or financial status.
The health care facility is sufficiently equipped to provide comprehensive STD services. It also provides free parking for its clients and transportation services to patients unable to access the health care facility.
420 S Glendora Ave, West Covina, CA 91790, USA
STD services are covered by major insurance health plans for insured patients. A sliding fee scale might be offered to uninsured patients, and STD services are not denied to anyone regardless of their race, color, income levels, or ethnic background.
The Planned Parenthood facility is a trusted provider of comprehensive reproductive health services. Education and training services by medical experts, including sexual health topics, are available to parents, teens, and young adults. Cancer screening services are also available.
4786 Peck Rd Ste. B, El Monte, CA 91732, USA
A filled-in registration form is required for new patients, and state-funded programs may be offered to uninsured clients. The clinic welcomes everyone despite their gender, color, or income level for STD services.
The Los Angeles County Department is staffed with skilled health workers qualified to provide efficient STD services. Interpretation services for non-natives are also available, and it also has a Health Alert Network to facilitate easy access to public health resources.
9320 Telstar Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, USA
The clinic is a member of most insurance companies. Therefore, insured patients may be eligible for STD services while uninsured persons may be offered discounted rates. The clinic doesn't discriminate against patients based on their age, income levels, or gender.
The urgent care has an onsite lab with modern equipment to enable doctors to provide prompt STD results. It also provides convenient free parking to its visitors.
741 S Orange Ave, West Covina, CA 91790, USA
Comprehensive sex education is the law in California. This means that all public schools in California are required by law to teach both comprehensive sex education and HIV prevention education at least once in middle school and once in high school.
Comprehensive sex education includes learning about anatomy and birth control. It also means students are taught about healthy relationships, decision-making, and more.
This sex education should give students information to make healthy decisions about relationships and sexual and reproductive health.
The sex education curriculum in school should include information about:
It is the right of a student to get this information in schools.
With a mailing address in your city, a group called Teen Source asks students if they are actually getting comprehensive sex education at school. Teen Source provides students with a questionnaire online to fill out to say if they have not received sex education covering all of the above. Teen Source also gives students a chance to explain if they have received information that is not accurate.
A look at demographics can help our understanding of STI rates in your city and region.
The demographic that is most likely to be infected and least likely to get tested is people 25 and younger. Some experts blame the rates of STDs in this demographic in part to the use of new hook up apps that lead to casual sex among people 25 and younger.
Concerning the jump in the state for STDs, officials are not sure of all the reasons. People are not using condoms regularly so this could lead to the higher STD rates. People are going without testing and treatment and unknowingly spreading STDs. This is another possible reason for the higher rates.
We also see reports that STD prevention systems have been weakened because local and state clinics have reduced capacity or closed in the last few years. This also contributes to higher STI rates.
Here are additional demographics about your city based on a recent report.
Concerning your county, HIV diagnoses were 45 percent for Hispanics/Latinos in 2013. HIV diagnoses were 85 percent for men having sex with men in 2013. Gay men saw the highest rates for STDs. Â Twice as many women suffer from chlamydia compared to men. Men suffer in higher numbers than women from other STDs including syphilis and HIV. STD rates also are generally higher in areas with a high poverty rate.
There are STI testing resources available in your city and throughout Los Angeles county. You can go to an area hospital, local lab or online service, or Planned Parenthood/El Monte Health Center as some of the options. Â
The Planned Parenthood/El Monte Health Center offers STI counselling, testing, treatment, and vaccines. Testing, diagnosis, and treatment is provided for chlamydia, gonorrhea, bacterial vaginosis, genital warts, herpes, syphilis, and trichomoniasis. Testing and diagnosis only are provided for HIV. Prevention services include condoms and hepatitis B vaccines.
STD Check and Plush Care are other options for testing in your area. Plush Care offers what they call safe and easy STD testing. You order your test, visit a local test center, then get results and treatment if needed. Doctors and pharmacies partner with this service.
We do not know the precise cause for why people do not get tested but some in your area are offering STD tests to be ordered online and mailed to homes. You provide a sample, send it back to a lab, and get results within a few days. We do not know how reliable these services are. The hope is to get approval for these tests from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to sell similar tests in stores. These tests are not all cleared by the FDA to be sold online.
The Los Angeles Department of Public Health noted how difficult it can be to get people to go to one of their STD clinics. The county then offered kits online to test for chlamydia and gonorrhea for women under the age of 25. This group should have annual screens for these two STIs as these women are considered at risk and primarily bearing the consequences of the STIs.
Planned Parenthood also launched an app in California. Through the app men and women can order chlamydia and gonorrhea tests.
Another way to get information about where to get tested is the Teen Source organization. With a mailing address in your city Teen Source is a project of Essential Access Health. Project activities are supported by the federal Office of Population Affairs, Title X grant, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) STD Prevention Programs, The California Wellness Foundation, and the American Civil Liberties Union. It operates an impressive online service that can help you get information about STDs and where to get testing and treatment.
This online hub for teen friendly sexual and reproductive health information has material that is for teens and by teens. It features accurate and reliable information about STDs, birth control, healthy relationships, and teen rights to accessing sensitive services in California. The site also features youth-generated blogs and videos.
From the Teen Source page, you can get free condoms if you are 12 to 19 years old and live in California. You can pick up a condom near you or order condoms to be mailed to your home. If you have them mailed to your home, they come in a plain yellow envelope so no one knows the contents.
Whether you go to the El Monte Health Center/Planned Parenthood, a counsellor or nurse at an area high school, an online service, or a clinic or hospital such as Kindred Hospital Baldwin Park, you can find in your area information about STDs, testing, and treatment. While STD rates are high in your area, help is available in your city in the way of testing and treatment that is confidential, discreet, compassionate, and effective.
Consider how the staff at these facilities is trained to help someone like you, especially with the staff at Planned Parenthood/El Monte Health Center or any other facility reminding you to check your health, improve it, and keep yourself healthy by always using a condom.
Here are links to resources mentioned above.
Each page below contains a detailed report of the local area, location STD statistics and clinic reviews of some the top STD testing locations. The content is curated by our very own editors and medical experts.
