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The city of Oakley, CA, in the San Francisco area, is in the middle of an STD crisis. The CDC reports Contra Costa County, where the city is located, ranked 63rd in the nation for gonorrhea by county with 1,765 new diagnoses in 2017.
Between 2013 and 2017 the county’s number of new chlamydia cases jumped from 4,054 to 5,735. Syphilis diagnoses are also on the rise, climbing from 77 in 2013 to 132 in 2017.
Contra Costa County infectious disease officials are concerned about the increasing number of people living with HIV in the area and are working to improve education, especially among young people about the real risk of an HIV diagnoses. As of December 31, 2014, the county had nearly 2,100 people living with the virus.
There are a few locations near Oakley that offer STD testing and related services. One place is the Contra Costa Health Services Brentwood Health Center on Sand Creek Rd near the Contra Costa County Brentwood WIC building. They offer services at another clinic at the Pittsburg Health Center on Loveridge Rd.
The nearest Planned Parenthood facility is at the Antioch Health Center on Buchanan Rd. The clinic is accessible by bus route 390. A little further is the Rainbow Community Center in Concord on the corner of Willow Pass Rd and Mt Diablo St. The site is a short walk from the route 20 and 320 bus stop at the corner of Concord Blvd and Grant St.
Some offices may offer free testing and other services. Keep in mind these clinics don’t offer extended hours and will require proof of income.
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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Sutter Health is a non-profit organization that was established in 1996 by the merger of Sacramento Sutter Health and Bay Area California Healthcare System. The facility provides quality health services to the residents in the northern part of California. It also has sufficient equipment and capable staffs to offer STD services.
RealOptions is a medical facility that provides pregnancy care services, as well as STD services, to the residents in San Jose and the surrounding areas. The nurses and physicians are trained and qualified in testing and diagnosing STDs. The health facility takes urine samples to test for STDs.
Antioch Health Center of Antioch, CA is a Planned Parenthood facility that offers sexual health services to the residents of Antioch and its surroundings. The facility has well-trained physicians who are experienced in testing and treating STDs. Rapid HIV test services are available and can be availed in approximately 30 minutes.
Contra Costa Health Services is a public health facility that provides quality health care to the residents in Contra Costa County and its surroundings. The center has an HIV/AIDS program and STD clinic with well-trained staff in testing and treating STDs. Rapid HIV tests are available, and the waiting time for the results is 20 minutes.
San Joaquin County Public Health Services is a facility that aims to promote healthy living among the residents of San Joaquin County and its surroundings. The health department has an STD clinic with professional staff in testing and treating STDs.
Action Urgent Care is a medical facility that provides quality and urgent health care to the residents in California. The clinic offers quick services, and the average waiting time to see a doctor is 15 minutes. Additionally, the doctor available is quite proficient in screening, testing, and diagnosing STDs.
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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: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. HIV/STD testing services for Women's Health patients only. Please call for days, hours and locations: 1-800-287-0200. Closed daily from 11:45am-12:45pm for lunch. Also closed on all major holidays
Description: Social Service Organization. Open 2 Saturdays a month. Please check online appointment schedule to verify availability
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. STD Clinic: Wed., 5:15pm-8:15pm. HIV Specialty Services: Wed., 8am-12noon
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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.
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Description: Community Based Organization. Free condoms available.
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
Description: services by appointment only. Please call and leave a message to schedule an appointment
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. 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. Fees for services are based on your household income. Typically, open only the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month
Description: Closed Mon.-Fri., 1pm-1:30pm
Description: Safeway Pharmacy.
The physicians accept select medical insurance covers and you may eligible if you are insured. Uninsured residents may also seek health care using the self-pay options available. There are currently no age limits or income restrictions.
Clients may conveniently and safely pay their bills online at any time. The facility also offers an online platform for clients to get in touch with their doctors and check their medical records. Sutter Health is open every day with medical practitioners available onsite.
2878 Ygnacio Valley Rd, Walnut Creek, CA 94598, USA
The facility offers medical care regardless of gender, age, race, or sexual orientation. Residents may seek health care from the facility using the self-paying options available.
The facility serves on a walk-in or an appointment basis. It also offers English and Spanish interpretation services when requested. The medical team works compassionately and confidentially when discharging their services. Extra weekend appointments are available when requested.
1671 The Alameda #101, San Jose, CA 95126, USA
Insured residents qualify to receive health care at the facility, and uninsured residents may qualify for sliding scale fees or a state-funded program. Uninsured residents aged 19 and above may qualify to receive a free HPV vaccine under the Merck Vaccine Patient Assistance Program.
To promote convenience, the facility opens during the weekends. It also offers an interpretation of other languages via telephone when needed with the help of its bilingual staffs. STD services are usually on an appointment basis. The physicians are also friendly.
1104 Buchanan Road #C10 #C10, Antioch, CA 94509, USA
The facility accepts most medical insurance covers although residents should call ahead to confirm. Low-income individuals living with HIV may qualify for medical case management under the HIV/AIDS program.
The health center provides STD services on an appointment basis. Additionally, face-to-face or phone interpretation of other languages are available. The facility provides support services to people living with HIV/AIDS.
171 Sand Creek Rd suite a, Brentwood, CA 94513, USA
Any resident may qualify for free STD testing and treatment. Residents of all ages, culture, and gender may receive health care at the facility.
The health department offers an interpretation of other languages. It provides STD services on a walk-in basis. Most of the STD services provided are free, and rapid HIV tests are available.
1601 E Hazelton Ave, Stockton, CA 95205, USA
The center accepts some insurance covers, therefore, residents should call beforehand to verify. Uninsured residents may seek health care using the self-pay options available. Residents of all ages and gender also qualify.
The health center is conveniently open every day and serves on a walk-in basis. It also has an online billing platform for clients to securely pay their bills. All services are provided confidentially by caring staffs.
3365 Deer Valley Rd, Antioch, CA 94531, USA
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