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SaferSTD Preferred Location: 521 E. Sioux Ave. Pierre,SD 57501 Pierre Change Location
Between the day trips to the Old West around the state and the amazing caving opportunities, it’s important to get regularly tested for STD’s, including Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, Herpes, Hepatitis B, C, Syphilis, and HIV, as STD rates in South Dakota are on the rise. There are a number of free STD testing centers around the state, but the lines are often long and the confidentiality isn’t always guaranteed. Skip the wait with one fast phone call to schedule a private, fast STD testing that only takes up 20 minutes in a lab, and get on with the day. With so much to do around this expansive state, it’s important to have a quick option for regular STD testing.
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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According the CDC, South Dakota ranks at 42nd among all 50 states for positive HIV infections, but with a whopping 60% of teenagers having unprotected sex in 2013, that number is expected to rise. Chlamydia and gonorrhea also have average-than-higher numbers, with the following statistics for 2013:
Hepatitis A cases increased by 20% in 2013, however, the Federal government offers no funds for the prevention and treatment of any form of hepatitis. In fact, South Dakota accepts the lowest amount of funds from the CDC.
Historically, the state has witnessed a rise in STD’s. Reported cases of syphilis in 2005 were 1; it rose to 76 in 2014. Hepatitis B rose from 34 to 58 in the same time frame. Gonorrhea moved from 356 to 880, and Chlamydia rose from 2702 to 4129. With numbers as alarming as these, it’s surprising that South Dakota doesn’t receive more money from the CDC for STD prevention. According to the South Dakota Department of Health website, every STD except syphilis increased by over 20% between 2011 and 2015. There must be no reason to not get tested in this state, as statistics prove that risks are higher here.
The good news is that South Dakota has increased sexual education in public schools. According to the CDC the state’s efforts to increase education among high school students is starting to show promising results.
While the state is slow in LGBT and condom use education, the overall statistics for educating youth is positive. The state is recognizing the importance of teaching residents before adulthood, especially as 2013 reported a higher statistic of teenagers having sex without a condom.
The Department of Health for the state also provides an extensive educational webpage, listing the facts for each disease, recognizing them, how to treat, how to prevent, and how to get tested. Additionally, the site offers four specific links to find out more about programs related to STD’s, both national and statewide, including the National Coalition of STD Directors, Region 8 Infertility Prevention Project, American Social Health Association, and the Chlamydia Resource Exchange.
The state is responding to the growing number of reported STD’s with education for both students and adults. The statistics prove that this is a necessary move to encourage more people to get regular STD testing.
The population of South Dakota in 2015 was 858,469, according to the State Department of Health. Of this population, the white women who contract an STD do so mainly through heterosexual contact. Additionally, the past lack of education contributes to the alarming growth of STD’s in the state. People aren’t getting tested because the education hasn’t caught up to the population at this time. However, there is hope – as more people learn how to get tested, where to get tested, and how to recognize the signs, the statistics should begin to lower.
Statistics for HIV are already beginning to decline, with 35 cases reported in 2013, and 28 cases reported in 2014. This means that people are starting to pay attention to sexual health, and seeking regular STD testing, thanks to an increase in information handed out by the state.
However, those who are not getting tested are still passing around STD’s in crowded cities, such as Sioux Falls, with a population of 164,676. Out of the nearly 3,000 chlamydia cases in the state last year, nearly 600 cases were in Sioux Falls. Within the 74 square miles that encompass this city, the large population leads to overcrowding. When this overpopulating combines with the past lack of education, less people get less STD testing.
While these are reasons why people might not be getting STD testing, they are reasons that the state is hoping to eradicate. Focused education in the secondary schools and increased education for adults will help the state witness a future STD reduction.
This state is trying to increase its instances of STD testing by helping residents realize how important it is to take care of their sexual health. When it comes to regular STD testing, the best method is to seek out the facilities that offer the fastest, most confidential testing possible. No one wants to wait to see the amazing sites around here, or go to any of the wonderful events held year-round. Everyone wants to hurry to get to the cave exploring, or experience any one of the roadside sites throughout the state. That’s why most people make one simple phone call that leads them to a fast afternoon in a lab that lets them keep going to see everything that South Dakota has to offer.
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