Preferred Location: 1305 Post Rd Fairfield,CT 06824 Fairfield Change location
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SaferSTD Preferred Location: 1305 Post Rd Fairfield,CT 06824 Fairfield Change Location
Cases of STDs have been rampant in Fairfield, CT over the past decade. A 2010 survey by the Connecticut Department of Public Health showed that syphilis rates had spiked. However, chlamydia and gonorrhea incidences have slightly plummeted within the same period.
According to the report, 11 new incidences of syphilis were recorded over the first six months of 2010. That rate has almost doubled because, only 13 cases of syphilis were recorded during the entire 2005. In 2009, the rates shot with 23 documented cases of syphilis.
Further, a 2014 release by the CT public health showed that chlamydia was the most prevalent STD with a transmission rate of 365.2 per 100,000 population.
There are several STD prevention programs in Fairfield designed to promote health among HIV infected individuals. For instance, the Pediatric, Youth and Family HIV program may offer care to those infected and affected by HIV.
The Planned Parenthood clinic, located on Main Street, Bridgeport, is another alternative STD care center that might provide STD services for most sexually transmitted diseases. However, screening rates depend on the STD test.
The CT Department of Public Health has partnered with other clinical facility to offer testing services. You may consider visiting the Bridgeport Health Department along E. Main St, the Hartford Health Department on Coventry St, and the Greenwich Health Clinic along Field Point Rd.
There are other alternatives in Fairfield that may provide free STD testing, although you may be limited to only one payment option.
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.
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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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Apex Community Care is an AIDS service organization that has served the western Connecticut community since the onset of AIDS Crises. It provides a full spectrum of support, educational and advocacy services to people living with HIV/AIDS, their families, and the entire community.
The Greater Danbury Community Health Center offers a spectrum of health services, including STD testing and treatment. It may require you to make an appointment to be treated by a specialist. Moreover, it also offers comprehensive reproductive health education to the youth of Fairfield County.
Stay well health center provides a wide spectrum of health services within Fairfield County and beyond. Some of the services offered include Family medicine, emergency services, women's health, and Men’s health. Moreover, this center may offer comprehensive STD testing and treatment services.
Danbury community health center is a social service organization that offers basic health services to people of west Connecticut at affordable rates. It provides vaccinations, pediatric services, and STD testing and treatment.
Planned Parenthood is a social service organization that has been providing specialized family medicine for over 100 years around the world. It may offer pregnancy testing and care, HIV emergency treatment services such as Pep and Prep, LGBTQ health services among many others. It may also offer STD testing and treatment services.
AFC Urgent Care organization is a medical group with numerous health centers across America focused on serving the family’s health care needs. It also offers STD testing and treatment as well as HIV testing and counseling.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Must be 13 or older for services. Fee can be waived. STD patients are currently being referred to Planned Parenthood 4697 Main St Bridgeport, 203-366-0664
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Everyone thirteen years of age and older. Identification is requested. TB care also available. TB skin testing upon request for a fee. TB testing done as part of a contact investigation is done at no charge. Vaccines are administered as part of the STD Program services to those who qualify. (Hepatitis A and B as well as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine are offered)Immunization for travel and routine vaccines for adult available to anyone regardless of residency. Fee for vaccines are competitively priced. State supplied childhood vaccines available for any child between birth and 19 years of age.
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Description: Open every other Saturday 8am-12noon. Infectious Disease clinic every other week for HIV/AIDs patients; call for information. Please contact the organization for hours of operation
HIV testing and counseling services are free in this health center. If you may be willing to donate towards this cause, then your efforts will be much appreciated.
AIDS Project Greater Danbury has been helping residents of Western Connecticut living with HIV/AIDS for several years. This organization provides HIV testing, referrals to housing assistance, food assistance, case management, and more.
30 West St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
To get treated at this health center, you may need to book an appointment. Free STD testing and treatment may be offered during certain times of the year. It also accepts insurance plans as its only mode of payment.
The Greater Danbury Community Health Center offers numerous health services, including family medicine and Emergency services. It may offer free STD treatment services during certain months of the year.
70 Main St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
This hospital may accept both appointments and walk-ins. For their STD clinic, you can walk-in at any time during the working hours and get assisted. Moreover, they also accept most insurance plans as their mode of payment.
The Stay Well Health Center offers premier health services to the people of Fairfield, including Family medicine and HIV testing and counseling. It also provides STD testing at low –costs and accepts insurance plans as the mode of payment.
1302 S Main St, Waterbury, CT 06706, USA
This health center accepts most insurance plans, including Medicaid. You may be treated for free during certain months of the year. You may not have to book an appointment to get treated at this center.
The Danbury Community health center is a leader in STD testing and treatment. It has an STD specialist who understands the needs and desires of any person coming for an STD test and will uphold their privacy when revealing the STD test results.
8 Delay St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
Appointment may be required to get treatment at this hospital. All you need to do is schedule for an appointment online or call before visiting the clinic. If you are a walk-in kind of patient, then ensure you arrive in the last hour before breaks.
Planned Parenthood of South New England Inc. offers a wide range of specialized health services. It may accept both appointments and walk-ins. Moreover, you may be treated for free if you lack insurance cover because the services are low-cost.
44 Main St, Danbury, CT 06810, USA
To be treated in this hospital, you may not require an appointment. Even walk-ins may be allowed during certain times of the day. It also accepts most insurance plans within the country. It may offer free STD testing to the people of Fairfield during certain months of the year.
AFC Urgent Care Hospital provides healthcare, including Family medicine and emergency services at low costs. It also offers STD testing and treatment services. You may be treated for free if you come for STD testing without an insurance cover.
1918 Black Rock Turnpike, Fairfield, CT 06825, USA
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