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Health reports indicate that the number of persons with HIV infections multiplied from 189 at a rate of 9.0 percent to 248 at a rate of 11.4 from 2013 to 2017 respectively. By the end of 2017, the number of HIV infections was estimated to be highest in people aged 50 to 54 years.
There was a proliferation of Syphilis infections in San Bernardino County from 340 infections at a rate of 16.2 in 2013 to 1,057 cases at a rate of 48.9 in 2017.
There has, however, been a consistent growth of Chlamydia infections over the past decades. Recent health reports indicate the up-swing of the infections from 11,110 at a rate of 531.1 per 100,000 persons in 2013 to an aggregate figure of 13,153 at a rate of 607.9 per 100,000 persons
Gonorrhea infections rates were moderately low in 2013 with 2,049 infections at a rate of 97. 9 noted in the reports. By 2017, the figure had reached 3,993 at a rate of 184.5.
To successfully reduce HIV/STD infections, the San Bernardino County Department of Health is relentlessly trying to confront the stigma faced by HIV/STD patients. This is mostly done by creating public awareness campaigns with the aim of integrating and accepting HIV patients in the community.
You may check your sexual health in some of the facilities such as Colton Urgent Care or Planned Parenthood-San Bernardino Health Center.
Furthermore, you may try some of the medical centers in Colton like Arrowhead Regional Medical Center and Dignity Health – Community Hospital of San Bernardino that are also just around the neighborhood.
Free STD/HIV services may be offered in a few hospitals. To qualify, you may have to pass some strict income eligibility tests and even pay for doctor consultation in some cases.
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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The Borrego Health Foundation is a federally-qualified (FQHC) non-profit that receives funding from the government and helps those in need regardless of financial means. The center accepts most forms of insurance and will work to provide reduced fees for those who need it.
The staff at the Health Foundation strive to follow its core values: Accountability, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Commitment, Loyalty, and Excellence. Testing and screening results are dispatched to you as soon as they are available.
Its site in San Bernardino is its newest location, opening in 2016. Bornego Health employs 11,000 employees across all of its locations.
Community Health Systems Incorporated is a non-profit, federally qualified health center. It first started as a community health center in Bloomington, created to help the impoverished and homeless population find access to medical care. Most of the services at the center, even now, are provided to those who need it most but can't afford it elsewhere. The centers honor a sliding fee scale for those with large families and low pay.
The Bloomington Health Center location was recently renovated, and is dedicated to providing the highest quality medical services with accredited and capable staff.
TruEvolution is a non-profit organization designed to address societal stigma towards LGBTQ members and help those in the community with health services and counseling.
The organization also strives to remedy the trials LGBTQ members in communities of color suffer. TruEvolution boasts a full staff of experts in the field of behavioral health in addition to its doctors and nurses.
STD screening is just one of the many services they provide. The center in Riverside is also one of the few places where individuals can find help with supportive housing for those living with HIV.
Planned parenthood clinics exist all over America to help every individual with reproductive health care. They focus on providing not only essential care, but also maintaining the privacy of patients using their services. Planned Parenthood is a good place to go if embarrassment or fear of reprisal is part of the problem.
They're generally well staffed and well-equipped but it can often get very busy at the clinic.
Members of the team are professional and respectful.
Cost here is often mitigated if your income is not high.
The San Bernardino County Department of Public health runs out of the Health Center on Mill street. As a county-run establishment, the staff seem busy but very qualified to do their jobs: providing a wide range of treatment and care for all ages.
The government branch responsible for Health is active and very present in the city. The clinic seems to have the full set of modern medical devices and tools.
The results from tests are quickly returned to you through most conventional methods of communication.
This is an organization built to proved health services for Indians while honoring traditional values and practices. It is comprised of nine tribes spread out in two counties. They assess eligibility to be a patient through tribal documentation.
The center is fully-staffed and provides a full range of services from dental all the way to therapy. It aims for state-of-the-art programs as well as equipment.
The center is also home to the Native Challenge Department that hosts programs which promote awareness of sexual health and pregnancy prevention issues.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
Accredited and Certified
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.
Show only locations where privacy and discretion is taken into importance.
Show only locations where privacy and discretion is taken into importance.
Description: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Most services are available on a walk-in basis, but walk-in hours are subject to change
Description: Community Based Organization.
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
Description: Community Based Organization.
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department.
Description: Please call or visit Web site for eligibility for free or low cost services. HIV-Specialty Clinic Mondays from 5pm-7pm
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 enroll as a patient. Free condom distribution: Do not need to get medical services to receive free condoms. Condoms located in the lobby in a basket. During COVID-19 emergency providing care over the phone and through telehealth. Call or visit website for updates.
Description: Closed daily from 12noon-1pm
Description: Community Based Organization. Closed for lunch from 12noon-1pm
Description: Need to enroll as a patient. Free condom distribution: Do not need to get medical services to receive free condoms. Condoms located in the lobby in a basket. During COVID-19 emergency providing care over the phone and through telehealth. Call or visit website for updates.
Description: Community Based Organization.
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. 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: 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.
Description: EIP: Mon.-Fri., 7:30am-5pm
Bring government issued ID, insurance card, proof of Medicaid or proof of Medicare
The testing and screening services offered at this location are adequate.
The facilities appears to be very new, and the equipment doesn't seem to be outdated. Administrative staff can be difficult but it's the same everywhere in the county.
There were no issues with privacy of any kind and results were received through a phone call soon after.
590 N D St, San Bernardino, CA 92401, USA
Always bring government ID. Generally serves the part of the population who will have difficulty paying. Bring proof of income and family size for potential discounted fees.
Doctors and nursing staff at the CHSI facility are very professional and respectful. They seem to deal with people who come from all walks of life equally. Tests are conducted privately and results are sometimes immediately given back.
If money is an issue, this location will work very hard to ensure that stress about paying for your treatment or test is a non-factor.
Make sure you register as a patient to guarantee you can be helped!
2933 University Ave, Riverside, CA 92507, USA
Government ID, insurance card, and Medicaid or Medicare plans are always important when heading to a clinic. Services offered for youth as well.
Walk-ins and appointment are both very good options in seeking help at TruEvolution. The doctors, nurses, and receptionists are courteous and clearly know how to do their jobs. They are very clear about how follow-up services and check-ups are always possible at their clinic.
BE WARNED- the name of the game here is inclusion, and hate speech or discrimination won't be tolerated by the staff. Check your anger at the door.
4164 Brockton Ave Ste A, Riverside, CA 92501, USA
Bring your ID and proof of income if you need financial assistance for the medical help they provide. If you are 19 or older and don't have health insurance, you could qualify for an assistance program that provides the HPV Vaccine for free.
As expected of a large international clinic, Planned Parenthood does its job. It's comfortably safe because of its reputation and capable staff. The tests themselves were professionally handled and it is always a relief to not have to worry about the level of care being administered.
It seems the location is overworked sometimes, but they really do try to make going to the doctor as painless as possible here! The clinic being open on the weekends is also extremely helpful.
1873 Commercenter W, San Bernardino, CA 92408, USA
Bring ID when headed to the clinic. Call ahead of time to see if you qualify for free services. If not, they may offer low cost services.
The center offers a variety of services on many of its different floors, so doing research beforehand or asking a member of the staff upon arrival is a must.
The staff are consummate professionals who will make sure you receive the care you require. Generally, there are no glaring errors or oversights.
However, the wait times for a walk-in appointment can be almost an hour long. It can be difficult for those who are working during the week to find an opportunity to visit.
606 E Mill St, San Bernardino, CA 92408, USA
Only treats Indian patients. Requires ID proving Indian status.
As a documented Tribal member, the ability to use make use of this facility is a privilege. However, wait times can still be long with the amount of people that come here to use its services.
During the screening, staff members are attentive and do their jobs well enough to make it feel like it would be a smooth process from start to finish. The tests are conducted with no mistakes, and the results are sent as soon as they have them.
11980 Mt Vernon Ave, Grand Terrace, CA 92313, USA
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