Preferred Location: 925 Union St Bangor,ME 04401 Bangor Change location
Preferred Location: 925 Union St Bangor,ME 04401 Bangor Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 925 Union St Bangor,ME 04401 Bangor Change Location
Maine residents are active people. Whether you’re hiking in Acadia National Park or checking out an exhibit at the Farnsworth Art Museum, there’s always something to do. Before you plan your next adventure consider stopping by one of the state’s many STD clinics since rates for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Herpes, Hepatitis B, C, Syphilis and HIV are rising. There are free STD testing centers, but wait times can be long. While many in ME believe they are practicing safe sex, it is still important to get tested regularly. There is another way for you to take care of your sexual health. With one phone call, you can schedule private STD testing and only spend 15 to 20 minutes at a local 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 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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State residents should be aware of a number of statistics surrounding STDs in the area. Chlamydia and gonorrhea rates have been on the rise over the past five years. While the numbers for some STDs are below national averages, the rate of increase is enough to warrant concern. These rates are of particular concern to teens and young adults.
Rates among women aged 20-29 are of concern. Young adult women should be aware of the risks of having unsafe sex. They should also be aware of the numerous testing centers across the state that is available to them. Without adequate testing or education, these rates will continue to rise for young adults.
It is also worth mentioning that gonorrhea rates are of concern in the state. Strangely, rates are higher among men than women. This is atypical when looking at STD data and could be indicative of the beginnings of a crisis. If you are a young adult man, it is imperative that you seek proper testing and education.
The rate of increase for chlamydia is also of concern. While the upward trend isn’t severe, there are still significantly more cases in 2015 compared to 2011. Increased sex education can help state residents combat these rising rates.
Adolescents and young adults are often shy to seek information about testing. You can help combat the stigma by being proactive about sexual health and STD clinics. The resources are readily available, it’s up to you to take the initiative. Don’t hesitate!
As previously mentioned, STDs are significantly more prominent in the younger members of the Maine community. Despite making up a small portion of the state’s population, 15-24 year-olds represent a disproportionate amount of STD diagnoses. It is only through better sexual education that you can prevent younger members of the community from contracting and spreading these diseases.
Young women are particularly at-risk for STDs. Because young women make up the future of the state’s community, it is important that quality sexual education is available in area public schools. As recently as 2012, schools in the state set new goals for their sexual education programs. These goals included benchmarks and minimum requirement for age-appropriate sexual education.
If more teenagers and young adults are aware of the testing centers in their areas, STD rates will continue to fall state wide.
Regular Herpes testing in Maine is one of the most effective ways to stop the virus from spreading. Regular HIV testing in Maine is also important, and the simple procedure is the only way to positively detect the disease.
Analyzing demographics is a key way health professionals are able to target their awareness efforts. The state is home to a number of universities, and college populations are known to have higher rates of STD transmittance. With large concentrations of young people living together the risk for contracting a STD increases significantly.
Chlamydia is most commonly reported in females across the state. It is also more prevalent in Caucasians than other ethnicities.
Perhaps the most surprising statistic with regard to demographics across the state is the syphilis rate. While most diseases are much more common in young people, syphilis diagnoses were even across multiple age demographics. While the numbers aren’t particularly high, this is alarming information. Syphilis is a serious STD that can cause a number of life altering complications. It is important that at-risk individuals across multiple age brackets seek regular testing.
Without access to affordable treatment or sexual health education, it’s difficult for communities to keep themselves safe and healthy.
Residents and visitors won’t have any problems keeping themselves occupied in this beautiful New England state. Home to stunning coastline and majestic pine forests, it also has a high STD rate. This means that regular STD testing is important, if you want to continue to have good sexual health. If you don’t want to wait in the long lines at the STI clinics, there is another way to get tested. With one simple phone call you can schedule confidential STD testing, and only spend a few minutes at a nearby lab. This way you still have plenty of time to explore “The Pine Tree State.”
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