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Placerville, CA, is a small city in the Sacramento-Arden-Arcade-Roseville metro area experiencing an STD crisis. The El Dorado County city has a rising number of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis infections.
Chlamydia cases are increasing fast. In 2015, the county listed 422 and by 2019, the rural area listed 488 new chlamydia infections.
El Dorado County reported 79 gonorrhea diagnoses in 2015. By 2019, it had 119 new infections.
Primary and secondary syphilis is another problem. The county listed only three cases in 2015. Four years later, in 2019, it recorded 18.
State and county officials are asking all people sexually active in the metro to seek regular STD testing to stop the spread of preventable diseases.
Several clinics near Placerville, CA, and El Dorado County provide STD testing. Many sites offer comprehensive screenings, treatment, and follow-up care.
STD testing is available at a few El Dorado County Health and Human Services Agency Public Health Services Clinics, including the Placerville site on Spring St. and the Placerville Office on Golden Center Dr.
The agency also offers screenings at the Diamond Springs Office on Missouri Flat Rd. in Placerville and the Cameron Park Office on Ponte Morino Dr.
Another option is the Shingle Springs Health and Wellness Center on Honpie Rd in Placerville.
Some locations offer free STD testing. Before heading to an open clinic, consider the privacy issues. These facilities don't provide much anonymity. Also, appointments may be limited to a few days per month, making it difficult to get fast results for immediate treatment.
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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One Community Health has provided quality health care services to communities in Sacramento, CA, since 1989. Its medical practitioners offer HIV/STD and Hepatitis C testing, clinical and non-clinical HIV case management, behavioral health, medical, dental, and psychiatric care. It provides a safe place for LGBTQ+ individuals to receive medical services.
Harm Reduction Services improves the health and wellbeing of individuals who use drugs in Sacramento, CA, by increasing access to medical services and educational resources. It delivers HIV/STD and Hepatitis C testing, and the Ryan White HIV case management program. Further, it uses a mobile clinic to provide these services to the local communities. Individuals can get tested for HIV/Hepatitis at the clinic and get results within 30 minutes.
Alternatives Pregnancy Center provides options to women facing unexpected pregnancies to help them make informed life choices. It delivers prenatal care, pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, HIV/STD testing, breast exams, pap smear, and abortion pill reversal.
Jovive Urgent Care is an off-shoot of Vituity, a consortium of physicians that has provided quality medical care for nearly 50 years. It delivers prompt medical care for non-life-threatening conditions. Its medical team of board-certified doctors, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and clinicians treats sore throats, stomach aches, colds, flu, and coughs. It also provides STD testing and treatment.
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: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Closed from 12noon-1pm daily
Description: Need to register as a patient.
Description: Services for Native Americans and the general public.
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
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Description: Closed 12noon-1pm
Description: closed Mon.-Fri., 1pm-1:30pm
Description: Community Based Organization. Serves primarily Maidu and Meiwok Indians but open to all. Closed daily from 12noon-1pm
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: Safeway Pharmacy.
Description: Closed 12noon-1pm
Description: AIDS Service Organization, Community Based Organization. HIV testing by appointment only on Tues., Wed., and Thurs
Description: General Public and Native Americans. Need to enroll as a patient. Closed for lunch: 12noon-1pm
Description: Need to register as a patient to receive services. Closed 12noon-1pm for lunch
Description: No medical services on Fridays
HIV/STD and Hepatitis C testing are open to all patients irrespective of their financial status. The facility accepts most major insurance plans and offers a sliding fee scale based on income and family size to self-pay individuals who don't qualify for insurance.
The medical team provides sexual health education to the youth to help them avoid risky behavior. Case managers offer partner services and organize transportation to and from the doctor's appointment. The staff assists uninsured patients in applying for insurance and eligible programs such as the Ryan White program and re-enrolls those with existing medical plans.
1500 21st Street, Sacramento, CA 95811, USA
Patients from all walks of life are welcome for confidential, free HIV/STD and Hepatitis C screening. You can walk into the clinic during regular hours and get tested.
The case management staff provides treatment navigation services and safer injection supplies and safe sex kits to the IDUs. They help HIV clients access mental health care and refer them to other community resources. The testing counselors on staff call the client once the STD test results are out.
2800 Stockton Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95817, USA
Male and female patients are welcome for free HIV/STD testing at the facility. The staff requires clients to pre-schedule their visit appointments.
The clinic offers interpreter services on request. The medical team educates clients on pregnancy options, contraception, and abortion recovery. It conducts well-woman visits that help with the early diagnosis of infections and coordinates parenting classes to prepare pregnant mothers for the coming babies. Moreover, it provides material assistance and refers patients to community resources.
1111 Howe Ave #610sacramento, Sacramento, CA 95825, USA
Individuals of all ages can get tested for STDs on a walk-in basis. Patients can use most insurance plans to settle their medical bills and should confirm coverage with their insurance providers first before visiting. Also, your insurance card and copayment are a requirement during the visit.
Persons can access diagnostics, including lab tests, X-rays, and EKGs on location for quick test results. Patients may research health topics, send messages to the medical team, pay bills, request appointments, and complete and update medical forms via the patient portal.
4062 Flying C Rd, Cameron Park, CA 95682, USA
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