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Morro Bay, CA, is a seaside community in San Luis Obispo County fighting an STD outbreak.
The area ranks #39 statewide for new chlamydia infections, with 1,083 in 2015 and 1,142 in 2019.
Also, from 2015 to 2019, the county was listed at #52 in California for total gonorrhea diagnoses, with 168 in 2015 and 187 in 2019.
Syphilis is another concern. San Luis Obispo County ranked #44 for primary and secondary syphilis cases, with 10 new infections in 2015 and 25 in 2019.
San Luis Obispo County public health officials are running a campaign to make residents aware of the high STD numbers and the steps they can take to reduce them, such as practicing safe sex and getting tested regularly.
Several options near Morro Bay, CA, and throughout San Luis Obispo County for comprehensive STD testing, treatment, and follow-up care.
Services are offered at Community Health Centers San Luis Obispo CHC on Casa St.
Another option is The Center for Health and Prevention at the Center in San Luis Obispo on Grand Ave.
Also, Planned Parenthood California Central Coast San Luis Obispo Center on Prismo St. provides screenings.
Testing's available at the Community Health Centers Atascadero - Morro Road.
Some facilities offer free STD testing. Before scheduling an appointment, make sure the location doesn't require proof of income to continue with the screening. Also, ask how long the test's results take. Some no-cost sites have limited funds and take longer to get results from an off-site lab.
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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Founded in 1978, Community Health Centers - Casa removes barriers to accessing medical care among the underserved communities on the Central Coast of California to enhance their overall wellbeing. It has a diverse team of healthcare professionals who provide culturally and linguistically sensitive patient services. The on-site lab is equipped with advanced diagnostic equipment that facilitates accurate HIV/STD tests.
Established in 1965 as a federally funded organization, The Center for Health and Prevention delivers affordable birth control solutions to men, women, and adolescents in Morro Bay, CA, and its surroundings. It provides individualized medical and educational programs that help individuals and families achieve self-sufficiency and economic stability. Whether you have STD symptoms or not, you can access HIV/STD evaluations at the facility.
The Health Department works to minimize new HIV infections and increase access to appropriate care, treatment, support, and prevention services for those living with HIV. If you visit the clinic for HIV testing, you may receive an oral or a finger-stick HIV test, which offers rapid results.
Med Stop Urgent Care facilitates quality and convenient urgent medical care services to all patients. Its medical staff works together with patients to ensure they meet their unique health demands. The clinic features an on-site laboratory that collects patient samples for HIV/STD diagnostics.
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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: AIDS Service Organization. Due to COVID-19 in-office appointments and visits are being limited in an effort to support the health and well-being of our clients and staff. Call 805-781-3660 to determine current operating status.
Description: If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Please bring the following documents: photo ID. Free HIV testing available for those that qualify.
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Description: Need to enroll as a patient in order to receive services.
Description: Need to enroll as a patient in order to receive services.
Description: Need to enroll as a patient in order to receive services. Closed from 12:30pm-1:30pm for lunch
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department.
Description: Need to enroll as a patient in order to receive services.
Description: Need to enroll as a patient in order to receive services.
Description: Need to enroll as a patient in order to receive services.
You should provide your insurance card, current list of medications, and previous medical records during the appointment. The clinic allows clients to offset their medical bills using private insurance policies. At the same time, it offers uninsured individuals sliding fee scale discounts determined based on their family size and income.
If you want to access your laboratory reports and health records, communicate with medics, or schedule appointments remotely, you can register for the CHC patient portal. Patients who lack a means of travel can arrange with the staff to obtain transportation services to and from medical appointments.
77 Casa St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
Patients who qualify for the state-funded financial assistance program receive services free of charge. Additionally, if you are subscribed to CenCal insurance, you can use it to make payments at the clinic.
Medical practitioners dispense external and internal condoms and dental dams as preventive measures against HIV and STDs. You can use the patient interface to complete the facility's paperwork before your appointment. The teen wellness program conducts risk assessment, counseling, and health education to reduce pregnancy and STD cases among adolescents.
705 Grand Ave, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, USA
The clinical fees are based on a sliding fee scale and are payable using insurance policies and cash. The health facility serves all people without discrimination. If you plan to access HIV/STD services at the clinic, you should make an appointment with the staff.
Clinicians on-site educate patients on safer sex methods to help them protect themselves and their partners from STDs. If you plan to access HIV/STD services at the clinic, you should make an appointment with the staff.
Partner notification services are available for clients who have recently tested positive for HIV/STDs. The clinic provides partner-delivered treatment programs for partners of patients with STDs who are unlikely to seek treatment.
723 Walnut Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446, USA
The clinic accepts a wide range of insurance programs and local HMOs to accommodate most patients. It also provides an array of services that suit individuals of all ages, male and female. For convenience, clients can walk in during business hours and have their tests.
Employers can access various occupational health services such as drug screening, physicals, and workers' compensation programs. You can make your payments conveniently through the online bill-pay system. X-ray services are accessible on-site.
B, 283 Madonna Rd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405, USA
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