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Laguna Niguel is a city in the south of Orange County where the rates of STDs have shown increases in recent years. The rate of cases for Gonorrhea alone had doubled between 2010 and 2016 from 38.5 to 96.2 for every 100,000 people. However, there are no reported cases or no data for HIV cases in Laguna Niguel.
In California, the highest STD rates are found among young people, African-Americans and gay and bisexual men, according to the state.
Public health in Laguna Niguel is managed by the Orange County Health Care Agency. The agency has created programs and initiatives to help alleviate sexual health problems in the area like pre-exposure prophylaxis education and referrals for those at risk including men who have sex with men, transgender women, or bisexual.
Another initiative is HIV planning and coordination that administers funding for HIV preventions, testing, care and support services. They also have disease intervention specialists to offer partner services.
Within Laguna Niguel, clinics to consider include the South Coast Family Medical Center on Rancho Niguel Rd or the Mission Heritage Medical Group on La Paz Rd.
Other nearby locations include the Planned Parenthood in Mission Viejo, the Camino Health Center in San Juan Capistrano, or the Laguna Beach Community Clinic on 3rd St.
Some of these clinics offer free STD testing but may differ in available hours, may require appointments, may have long wait times, and qualification for testing may depend on income and welfare eligibility.
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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OptumCare Medical Group in Laguna Niguel is a clinic that is part of a larger network. This clinic offers primary care, endocrinology, and pediatric services through its staff of physicians, physician assistants, and nurses.
Laguna Beach Community Clinic became licensed in 1985 by a group of physicians and community leaders looking to meet the needs of low-income and medically uninsured people of South Orange County. They seek to provide excellent medical care regardless of the patient’s ability to pay and can provide service in both english and spanish.
South Coast Family Medical Center is a primary care clinic in Laguna Niguel. It was founded in 1990 and has been family-owned and operated for close to 30 years. It is a community focused clinic that is open seven days a week.
Camino Health Center is a community clinic serving the underinsured or uninsured residents of south Orange County. It is a federally funded health center that has been providing healthcare services for over 35 years since 1982 was founded by a number of community members.
Planned Parenthood in Mission Viejo is a clinic that serves the local area including Laguna Niguel and is part of the larger national organization that focuses on reproductive health.
Nellie Gail Urgent Care is a physician owned and operated medical facility. The clinic is well equipped to provide most minor services and treatments. They serve the local area including Laguna Niguel.
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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: Friday closed from 12noon-2pm. Only open the 2nd, 4th and 5th Saturday of each month
Description: Closed from 12noon-1pm. Teen hours: Friday 1pm-5pm
Description: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Most services available on a walk-in basis, but walk-in hours subject to change
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Description: Sav-On Pharmacy.
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.
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Description: Service center open Mon- Fri 8:30am-5pm
Description: Closed from 12noon-1pm daily
Description: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Most services available on a walk-in basis, but walk-in hours are subject to change
Description: Limited Saturday appts. Mpox vaccines available Mon.-Fri. by appt. only
Description: Offers PrEP navigation services. Telemedicine visits are also available during those times, as well as other days on a case by case basis
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
They accept patients with HMO, POS, PPO, Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage insurances. They do not have financial assistance programs.
OptumCare Medical Group in Laguna Niguel offers a wide variety of services that includes STD testing and care for patients of all ages. They have a number of healthcare providers and specialists available to see and are open regular hours during the week.
30281 Golden Lantern, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA
As a community clinic, they accept patients who are covered by PPO plans and plans with high deductibles. Financial assistance is readily available with sliding-scale discounts available to all low-income patients.
Laguna Beach Community Clinic aims to provide quality and comprehensive healthcare to low income or uninsured patients. They provide a number of medical services through various types of healthcare providers.
362 3rd St, Laguna Beach, CA 92651, USA
As a private clinic, they accept only PPO insurances.
South Coast Family Medical Center is a primary care clinic that is easily accessible in Laguna Niguel and offers a wide variety of services to patients in addition to STD testing.
25500 Rancho Niguel Rd UNIT 100, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677, USA
Certain insurances are accepted including Medical with sliding scale assistance as low as $30.
Camino Health Center is a community clinic that offers a wide variety of services in addition to STD and HIV testing. They also have financial assistance available for those who are uninsured or low income.
30300 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675, USA
STD and HIV testing will be covered for free with no copay as well as most birth control and annual exams. They have a number of payment options and financial assistance if needed.
Planned Parenthood in Mission Viejo offers a wide spectrum of reproductive health services from abortion services, birth control, hiv testing, LGBTQ services to emergency contraception, pregnancy testing, women’s health, and std testing, treatment and vaccines but also offers primary care services through another organization on site.
26137 La Paz Rd., #200 #200, Mission Viejo, CA 92691, USA
The urgent care clinic accepts a variety of health insurances but it is not required. They also accept cash and major credit cards.
Nellie Gail Urgent Care is a well equipped to provide a range of services including STD and HIV testing that accepts walk in visits and patients of all backgrounds.
27001 Moulton Pkwy Suite A-102, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656, USA
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