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In 2017, there were a total of 1,760 diagnosed cases of gonorrhea in Contra Costa County, and in 2014, the number of gonorrhea cases rose significantly among men. In addition, in 2017, there were 5,731 cases of chlamydia in the county. Furthermore, in 2014, the rate of HIV among African Americans was four times higher than any other race in the county.
As of 2018, Contra Costa County has an STD rate of 488 per 100,000 people and chlamydia is the most prevalent STD in the county making up 78.28 percent of all cases.
Contra Costa Health Services (Martinez Health Center) on Alhambra Ave. offers STD testing. In addition, Contra Costa Public Health on Center Ave. may also offer STD tests. In addition, the Planned Parenthood of Northern California (Concord Health Center) on Pacheco St. provides STD testing in the community as well.
People in the area also have access to STD testing services at Solano County Health and Social Services Department (Vallejo Health Clinic) located on Tuolumne St. and Rainbow Community Center on Willow Pass Rd. The LifeLong Medical Care (Brookside Community Health Center) on Vale Rd. is also an option.
There may be locations in the area that offer free STD testing but there may be limitations on the types of tests that are offered and many may not be comprehensive.
In addition, many of these locations may have long waitlists and an inability to schedule an appointment in advance. Furthermore, some locations may not offer a doctors consultation or medication for people who test positive for an STD.
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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Berkeley Free Clinic is a medical facility founded in 1969 that serves the residents of the Berkeley community and the surrounding areas. It offers affordable and quality primary care services and medication.
The medical practitioners are qualified and more than capable of dealing with STDs. They provide rapid HIV tests by blood draw, and the waiting time for the results is approximately 40 minutes.
AHF Wellness Center is a health facility that provides STD services to the residents in California to prevent the spread of STDs. The facility has counselors who are well-trained in screening, testing and treating STDs. The average time taken for testing is 30 minutes, but the waiting time for results varies according to the STD tested with most results taking three to seven days.
Founded in 1970, Tri-City Health Center was originally a medical facility serving the low-income women in Fremont and its surroundings. It later evolved to a general health facility that provides quality care to all residents. The center has well-trained staff who screen and test STDs. Rapid HIV tests by mouth swabs are provided with a waiting time of 20 minutes.
Concord Health Center of Concord, CA is part of the Planned Parenthood network of health providers who offer comprehensive sexual health care. The doctors and nurses are compassionate and experienced in the testing, diagnosis, and treatment of STDs. Rapid HIV tests are provided promptly at the facility, and the wait time for the results is approximately 30 minutes.
Santa Clara County Public Health is a health facility that provides medical services to the residents in the Silicon Valley and its surroundings. The Crane Center is a facility in the department that has sufficient equipment and physicians who are experts in testing and treating STDs. Free rapid HIV tests are also available.
Reddy Urgent Care & Medical Services is a medical facility that provides primary and urgent medical services to the residents in Elk Grove and its surroundings.
The facility offers diagnostic services performed by well-trained medical experts. STD screening and testing are part of the diagnostic services. Moreover, the center has cutting-edge diagnostic equipment, including x-rays and electrocardiograms.
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.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Please register as a patient to receive services. For HIV testing a $20 donation is requested but no one is turned away if unable to pay. Closed between 12noon-1pm. The health center is closed on all major holidays
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Please call for Mpox vaccine appointments. Vaccines offered at stationary clinics and pop-up vaccine clinics. Call for information
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. Typically, only open the 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month; call for schedule
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
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Description: Community Based Organization. Free condoms available.
Description: services by appointment only. Please call and leave a message to schedule an appointment
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Sexual Health Clinic: Tuesdays, 5:15pm to 8:15pm
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: services by appointment only. Please call and leave a message to schedule an appointment
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department, Services for low income, uninsured and underinsured patients.
Description: Social Service Organization. Closed at 12:30pm on the 1st Wednesday of every month for a staff meeting
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: 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. The center is closed once a month on a Friday morning for Staff Meetings but reopens at 1pm on this day, check the appointment scheduler to ensure they are open
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. HIV and STD testing also provided through the Women's Health program.
Description: Safeway Pharmacy.
Residents of all ages, gender, race, immigration status or level of income may seek the services of the facility. Even uninsured persons may receive services from the facility.
The facility provides all its health services free of charge. It serves on a walk-in or an appointment basis and has open weekend hours with doctors on call. Additionally, the staff offers anonymous rapid HIV tests according to its client’s preferences.
2339 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704, USA
Residents of different ages and income levels may qualify for free STD tests, and people of all sexual orientations are welcome at the facility, including those from the LGBTQ community.
The health center serves on a walk-in basis, and the physicians may provide referrals to doctors who specialize in HIV. It offers an interpretation of some languages when needed. Additionally, AHF Wellness Center has a pharmacy that is well-stocked with advanced HIV medication.
238 E 18th St, Oakland, CA 94606, USA
Residents may receive health care regardless of their gender, language, ethnicity, or culture. Transgender residents may qualify for the comprehensive transgender care available. People living with HIV are eligible to receive support services under the Ryan White Program.
Tri-City Health Center provides comprehensive HIV care to people living with HIV. It also offers an interpretation of various languages. Additionally, the health center has open weekend hours with doctors on call.
39500 Liberty St, Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Uninsured residents may qualify for a state-funded program or sliding scale fees the facility offers. Self-pay individuals aged 19 and above may qualify for free vaccinations under the Merck Vaccine Patient Assistance Program. Residents of the LGBTQ community may receive comprehensive LGBTQ services.
The health center offers telephone interpretation of some languages upon request. It offers STD services on an appointment basis and accepts most types of insurances. Clients may also call to speak to a health care provider concerning any STD issues.
2185 Pacheco St, Concord, CA 94520, USA
Residents over 12 years may qualify for free HIV and hepatitis C testing. Insured individuals may receive STD services, and uninsured residents may qualify for the self-pay options available. All residents may receive quality care regardless of their gender, race, or sexual orientation.
STD services for symptomatic clients are on a walk-in basis while services for residents with no symptoms are or an appointment basis. Insurances may cover some STD services. There are still other payment alternatives though. The staffs are caring and trained to confidential testing and treatment of some STDs.
976 Lenzen Ave #1800, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
The facility accepts most insurance covers. Uninsured residents may receive treatment using the self-paying options available. To treat minors, a signed form from a guardian is required. Adults, however, receive treatment regardless of their gender or sexual orientation.
The health center provides STD services on an appointment or walk-in basis. The qualified doctors provide quality and personalized services to all clients equally. All STD testing and treatment services are confidential.
9261 Laguna Springs Dr, Elk Grove, CA 95758, USA
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