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Preferred Location: 6040 Telegraph Rd Ventura,CA 93003 Ventura Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 6040 Telegraph Rd Ventura,CA 93003 Ventura Change Location
STDs are a serious problem throughout Ventura County, and as the seat of the county, the city of San Buenaventura, CA is no exception.
The statistics are alarming: between 2013 and 2017 in Ventura County, the reported cases of both syphilis and gonorrhea increased by more than 100 percent. There was also an increase in the rate of chlamydia, although the increase of this particular sexually transmitted disease was not as drastic.
As far as HIV/AIDS is concerned, the same county public health data showed that cases nearly doubled in 2017.
Despite widespread condom distribution and public health campaigns, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, and HIV/AIDS are on the rise in Ventura, CA.
Fortunately, there are a variety of public and private health testing facilities in Sanbuenaventura, CA. some of which are only a short walking distance from Marion Cannon Park.
These include non-profits such as Planned Parenthood that offer diagnosis and treatment for a wide variety of STDs, including (but not limited to) bacterial vaginosis, chlamydia, genital warts, gonorrhea, herpes, trichomoniasis, and syphilis. It should be noted, that not all of the services will be free, although most are likely to be covered by your insurance.
At any rate, the staff at these facilities are kind and compassionate, and will gladly refer you to other free STD testing and treatment centers in Ventura. There are also two county public health clinics that may be able to offer free STD testing and counselling in neighboring Oxnard, CA, if it isn’t too inconvenient to make the short trip.
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 CDC2 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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The El Rio Health Center is operated by Clinicas del Camino Real, Incorporated. This health center has been in operation since 1971 and is dedicated to serving the medical needs of Ventura’s medically underserved population. This health center has continued to grow and now operates 13 full-service health centers throughout Ventura County. They help more than 100,000 patients to get their medical, dental, optical, preventive, prenatal, and mental health care.
The clinic on Rose Avenue is operated by Identity Medical Group. Identity Medical Group is a physician group located in Ventura County that specializes in adult, pediatric, and family medicine. They employee more than 20 physicians to make sure to deliver the best care to each patient that seeks their services. Besides, in Ventura County, this group has facility locations in Oxnard, Camarillo, and Santa Paula. They pride themselves on providing personal and top-notch quality health care around the region so this lessens the stress of each patient.
The Oak View Center for Family Health is a part of the Centers for Family Health, which provides a network of doctors and specialists at the Community Memorial Hospital. The hospital and centers offer advanced technology to better serve patients with their healthcare needs. Some of the services the Community Memorial Hospital offers include obstetrics, women’s health, industrial health, and much more!
The Ventura Center is operated by the Planned Parenthood California Central Coast. This Planned Parenthood is a trusted provider of sexual health and reproductive health care. This regional Planned Parenthood has provided 25,739 visits for sexually transmitted infections. They have provided more than 200 youth members with evidence-based sexual education that helps them make the most informative and positive decisions about their sexual and reproductive health.
The Ventura County Public Health Department aims to promote healthier lifestyle habits among its residents. It also aims to protect residents against diseases like HIV/AIDS and that is why they have an entire center dedicated to this infectious disease. The Health Center in Ventura offers free HIV/AIDS rapid testing. Conventional HIV testing along other STD testing is available at the North and South Oxnard Public Health Clinics. The goal of the HIV/AIDS program is to minimize the number of new HIV infections. In addition, they truly focus on improving the lives of those with HIV/AIDS in all aspects this includes not only medically, but socially and emotionally as well.
The public health administration works hard to prevent disease and promote healthy choices so each resident of Santa Barbara County can maintain a safe and healthy life in a clean environment. The department values partnerships with community agencies to residents are further served through these services. Just some of the things this health department does are prevent epidemics and spread of disease, protect against environmental issues, reduce injuries, and promote healthy lifestyle habits, and provide easy access to health services that will benefit entire families throughout Santa Barbara County.
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The village of San Buenaventura is home to fabulous beaches and a growing number of residents who are positive for a STD. This is not a new trend, according to statistics, but one that has been occurring over the last twenty years.
While the village does share the same data with surrounding Ventura County, this does not explain the high number of sexually transmitted diseases reported each year. Some hopeful residents point out that Chlamydia and Gonorrhea seem to be holding steady, the same is not true for Syphilis. Between 2005 and 2014 the number of men who tested positive for primary and secondary Syphilis rose an estimated 20 percent. To put this in perspective this means that in 10 years the number of men who contracted Syphilis doubled.
Chlamydia rates in women are still high, especially in minorities. The city is seeing an improvement in Gonorrhea rates in women, but this is balanced out by the growing number of men who contract this venereal disease each year. Some of the other statistics residents should be concerned about include,
There are no qualifications for anyone visiting the El Rio Health Center to be tested for sexually transmitted diseases.
Clinicas del Camino Real Corporation offers many great services even though the price might be high without insurance this facility accepts Medicaid and Medicare. Patients feel their doctors do their best to work together to improve the health of each patient. This health center also focuses on outreach by offering a mobile clinic, educational community presentations, and outreach events.
221 Ventura Blvd #126, Oxnard, CA 93036, USA
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Identity Medical Group will see anyone without any qualifications needed.
The Rose Avenue clinic offers internal medicine, pediatric, and rheumatology services in addition to primary care services. The Rose Avenue Clinic has four physicians on-site, David Mescher, Megan Mescher, Micah Dickey, and Diane Narhi. They have a lab workstation and a pharmacy as well. Their medical center offers excellent care. As a result, many patients have been going there for years and find their experience to be personal and friendly.
1700 N Rose Ave #350, Oxnard, CA 93030, USA
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This healthcare facility doesn’t have any prior qualifications to be met before a patient can participate in sexually transmitted disease testing.
The Oak View Center for Family Health offers family medicine services, free pregnancy testing, industrial health, infertility services, obstetrics and GYN services. Patients will find their physicians on staff really listen and follow up with lab results after any blood work is done. Their doctors and nurses are dedicated to finding the best treatment for you.
655 N Ventura Ave, Oak View, CA 93022, USA
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The Ventura Center doesn’t have necessary requirements before the general public can be tested for sexually transmitted diseases at their office.
The Ventura Health Center is a great place to visit for any necessary sexual transmitted disease testing you will need. This center provides the HPV vaccine and PrEP for those worried about their risk of being infected with HIV. They offer their services on a sliding scale basis as well as accepting insurance and Medicaid.
5400 Ralston St, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
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Their HIV testing is open to anyone without any qualifications.
The HIV/AIDS Program provides not only treatment and counseling for all their patients, but also assistance for medication, health insurance, education, and syringe replacement. This program will see people no matter their ability to pay and provides services in English and Spanish. Once patients get to know their mission, values, and the on-site team they will be happy to return to this facility for all their medical needs.
3147 Loma Vista Rd #8, Ventura, CA 93003, USA
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The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department doesn’t have any previous qualifications to meet before a resident can be tested for sexually transmitted diseases.
The Public Health Department of Santa Barbara provides health care centers to further reach residents so they can gain access to their primary services. They are good at providing educational materials and health bulletins and alerts so the public is aware of health updates throughout the community.
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In response to the out of control rate of sexually transmitted infections reported annually across the state, all public schools are now required to offer sex education classes to students in grades 7 through 12. Already some areas are seeing a difference, and the classes have only been mandatory for a few months.
Now that sexual education classes are part of the curriculum students and even their parents can get the information they need to protect themselves. Not only do these classes include current information on the various ways venereal diseases can be spread, they also cover the use of contraceptives and how they can protect themselves.
It should be made clear that the state and city are still advocating for abstinence, they simply know that this is not enough to stop STDs from spreading. It is possible to contract a venereal disease, even if you are not sexually active. The new classes also discuss the importance of regular testing, and how it should be a standard part of your health care routine. This includes regular Herpes testing in Lowell, especially for high school students since this is where the virus is most common. Regular HIV testing in Lowell is important for everyone, regardless of age or sexual habits.
The information released by the CDC indicates that demographics play a role in STD rates, and this is obvious by the high number of teens and young adults who test positive each year. City leaders are hopeful that the new education classes will start lowering these numbers, once everyone understands how these diseases are spread. Until then the best way to protect yourself and loved ones is to get tested on a regular basis.
The city’s small size is also affecting STD rates. Since it has a smaller tax base there is not a lot of money for funding health care, which means many residents are not able to afford regular testing. There is also a lack of health facilities, even in the wealthier neighborhoods. With very few clinics in walking distance many residents cannot get the health care they need, and even more disturbing some may already be infected with a sexually transmitted disease and not even realize it.
A large number of migrant workers also pass frequently through the area, and many of them have never been tested for a STD. This means that not only do they pose a risk to their fellow workers, but also to the residents of the small city. Other demographic factors include stereotypes and myths, regarding how STDs are spread and who can contract a disease. Hopefully the new sexual education programs will help dispel any misinformation that might be putting residents’ health at risk. Until then regular testing is still the best way to prevent sexually transmitted infections from spreading around town.
It’s easy to forget about taking care of your health when all you want to do is head to the beach, but this can be a mistake. Sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise, and even though steps are being taken you still need to get tested by a health care professional. It is understandable that you don’t want to be stuck inside a clinic, and now you don’t have to be since you can schedule confidential STD testing. This way you can still take care of your sexual health by spending a few minutes at a lab, and then you can get back to enjoying the rest of your day.
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