Preferred Location: 24076 Se Stark St Gresham,OR 97030 North Central Change location
Preferred Location: 24076 Se Stark St Gresham,OR 97030 North Central Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 24076 Se Stark St Gresham,OR 97030 North Central Change Location
In the Gresham (Multnomah County, Oregon) area, about 3,535 people live with HIV or AIDS, according to the Oregon Health Authority. About 19% of Oregon’s population lives in Multnomah County, but 47% of people with HIV or AIDS in the state reside in the county.
Health officials indicate higher diagnosis rates in certain populations such as blacks, Hispanics and men who have sex with men.
In Oregon as a whole, HIV diagnosis numbers are trending downward. However, more people are living with HIV or AIDS because life expectancies are much longer. For both males and females in Oregon, the average age at diagnosis is 38 years.
Oregon rates for STDs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis are increasing. Officials attribute the increase to more screenings, decreases in condom use, drug use during sex that lowers inhibition, and limited public health infrastructure, among other factors.
Multnomah County health officials encourage sexually active people to get tested for STDs regularly, especially if they meet people through dating apps for anonymous encounters.
Free STD testing can be hard to find in Gresham itself. Portland has more options such as Pivot at Prism Health. It does free screenings for a few STDs during limited hours, and the LGBTQ community is Pivot’s main focus.
It is also possible to access low-cost testing, especially if you are able to travel to Portland. Another downside of free or low-cost testing includes the potentially long wait times to be seen.
One more thing: Teens in Oregon do not need a parent’s permission to get an HIV or STD test.
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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Cascade AIDS Project was founded in 1983 and incorporated in 1985. This organization is the oldest and largest provider of HIV services, housing, education, and advocacy throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington. Their HIV testing and related services are open to anyone and welcome anyone part of the LGBTQ+ community with compassion. Currently, they have 75 employees and more than 600 volunteers. The Cascade AIDS Project realizes that unfortunately people with HIV sometimes lose their jobs, housing, and any means of support. That is why they’re dedicated to providing these much-needed programs.
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic come about from the lack of health services for migrant and seasonal farm workers. In 1973, physicians came together to help this forgotten community of hard workers, it was the start of what today is known as Yakima Valley Farm Workers. Yakima Valley Farm Workers operate the Rosewood Family Health Center. It offers 18 exam rooms, a minor procedure room, and an on-site laboratory. This location provides family medicine, women’s healthcare, school or sports physicals, immunizations, and prenatal and post-delivery care.
The Prism Health network of doctors and nurses offer safe and effective health care services to members of the LGBTQ+ community. Their services are available to everyone no matter if they are in the LGBTQ+ community or not, but the services to focus on these members. Their facility has nine employees that help patient’s everyday life their best life possible. They have two certified Family Nurse Practitioners, an Internal Medicine and Infectious Disease specialist, a licensed professional counselor, a licensed psychologist, and a certified medical assistant as a part of their caring staff team.
The Milwaukie-Oak Grove Health Center is operated by Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette. The Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette (PPCW) is the largest non-profit family planning and reproductive organization in Oregon and Southwest Washington. PPCW has been providing its sexual health services since 1963. Their medical services reach more than 72,000 patients each year in Beaverton, Bend, Milwaukie-Oak Grove, NE Portland, SE Portland, and Salem Oregon. They also reach patients in Vancouver, Washington.
The Health Department of Multnomah County offers health services, inspections and licensing services, healthy lifestyle services, and mental health and addiction services. This health department also offers dental clinics, student health centers, and pharmacy needs. Their health department oversees seven different health center locations that aids surrounding communities to get all the health information, screenings, and treatment they need. Their family health services are open to all county residents even those who are considered low-income or have no health insurance.
Just some of the medical services their locations offer include adult and children’s healthcare, women’s health, birth control, pregnancy testing, prenatal care, and much more!
In 1978, the Urgency Care Clinics was developed by Dr. Robert Thornton and Dr. Stephen Pliska. Their Vancouver location looks at and treats most non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. They strive to make sure each location they operate in easily accessible, offers high-quality patient care, is affordable, and requires no appointment. They offer general medicine, physical therapy, and occupational medicine. Each year they continue to expand their affiliations and their staff so each patient is provided the best experience.
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Their HIV and Syphilis testing are open to the public either by appointment or walk-ins. There are no qualifications.
The Cascade AIDS Project offers numerous support services to help those living with the disease such as peer support services, one-on-one counseling, an equity outreach program, service navigation, and CareLink. Those with a higher chance of getting HIV can be provided with PrEP at this facility. They don’t offer PEP. Many patients visit this facility on an extended basis and have wonderful experiences each time. Their warm and considerate staff have plenty of resources on-hand in case any patients want more information about the disease.
520 NW Davis St #215, Portland, OR 97209, USA
Before someone can participate in any of their services including STD testing, someone must enroll as a patient first.
Some doctors at their clinic are in high demand so appointments are made far in advance. Doctors are hardworking and have a positive attitude about their work. In addition, because some of their doctors are in such high demand and very thorough about their patients’ health, many patients have been visiting this clinic for many years. This location offers community events such as free health fairs. These fairs offer free haircuts, games, prizes, tacos, and sports physicals.
8935 SE Powell Blvd, Portland, OR 97266, USA
Their sexually transmitted disease testing is open to anyone but does focus on members of the LGBTQ+ community.
The medical team at Prism Health is encouraging and welcoming to anyone who participates in its on-site services. Prism Health not only offers on-site sexually transmitted disease testing but also PrEP, regular checkup services, sick visits, therapy with a licensed professional, and mail-order pharmacy services. This facility does offer a sliding scale discount, but you must bring your proof of income to your first visit.
2236 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR 97214, USA
The Milwaukie-Oak Grove Health Center doesn’t have qualifications for the public to meet in order to receive sexually transmitted disease testing.
Patients getting a procedure done at this Planned Parenthood location will have a smooth and fast experience. Their facility staff is kind and truly care for each patient’s well-being. Patients shouldn’t have too long. Each patient’s results will be confidential and their team of physicians, nurse practitioners, and nurses professionally handle each patient’s medical plan. To further prevent the spread of unhealthy sexual health behaviors and STDs, the team of trained educators provides their educational resources and materials to more than 30,000 teenagers and parents to surrounding communities on an annual basis.
14411 SE McLoughlin Blvd, Milwaukie, OR 97267, USA
In order to participate in their sexually transmitted disease testing process, the person must provide proof of residency. If you qualify, please bring your proof of insurance, Medicaid, or Medicare to your first appointment too.
The Health Department of Multnomah County provides comprehensive testing and treatment, nursing care, and social services to visitors. The Health Department also provides on-site primary health care, medical case management, mental health services, and a clinical pharmacist. Visitors can make pre-scheduled or same-day appointments. It’s also important to note at this facility, teens can get STD testing and treatment without a parent’s consent. No matter the patient’s age, all their staff members will provide undivided attention so patients know they’re in good hands.
619 NW 6th Ave 3rd Floor, Portland, OR 97209, USA
Vancouver Family and Urgent Care don’t have any prior qualifications to meet before being tested for sexually transmitted diseases.
The Vancouver Family and Urgent Care center offers professional services that average 1/3 to ½ the cost of emergency department visits. Their general primary care services don’t only include testing for STDs, but they also see patients that are seeking allergy care, burn care, diabetic care and management, minor sprains and strains, tuberculosis testing, and much more! This facility offers blood work services, X-Ray’s, and rapid strep and mono screening. Many families have members that are long-term patients.
406 SE 131st Ave # A101, Vancouver, WA 98683, USA
There are dense pockets of people in the Gresham area who live in poverty.
Low income has been identified as a factor that may be preventing the people who need testing most from getting it. There are a few reasons for this. People with low income levels may not have the financial means of getting the quality medical care that is needed. Even though there are free testing centers available, they may not be aware of their existence. A lack of education about sexual health is another factor. People who drop out of school may have missed out of sexual health ed which is a part of the public school curriculum. They may not know the risk that they are at or be aware of the symptoms of STD infection.
The rates for teenage STD infection are on the rise. Those who know they have been exposed are less likely to disclose the information to an adult for fear of punishment or because of embarrassment. These are the things which contribute to the issue of low testing rates.
The degree of risk is figured by assessing the characteristics of the populations with the highest rates in each STD category. Women have twice the incidences of Chlamydia as men. Men have higher rates of Gonorrhea and Syphilis infections. Men who engage in male to male sex have a higher frequency of not only testing positive for HIV infection, but also other types of STD including Chlamydia, Gonorrhea and Syphilis. Blacks have the highest rates nationally for all STD types, followed by Hispanics, then Native Alaskans/American Indians, then Whites and Asian. People who engage in sex with multiple partners increase their odds. The single risk factor which places any person of any ethnicity, sex, gender, age or socio-economic status is having unprotected sex. Anyone can get an STD. It is not limited to a specific group of persons.
The spread of STDs will not subside until people become educated about the dangers of unsafe sex. When more people begin using safe sex practices and get regular testing as needed, the rates will come down. Until this time, health department officials are encouraging the implementation of strategies that include community education programs promoting facts about the dangers of unprotected sex, the distribution of literature, public service announcements and free counseling through a variety of clinics and other venues. Mandatory sexual health classes are provided in public schools just prior to entry to middle school. In addition, STD testing centers and free clinics have been established to meet the special needs of the residents of this area with confidential testing services. Some of them offer income sensitive or free services for those who meet the criteria.
Anyone who believes that they may have been exposed to an STD should get tested. The same is true if there are any unusual symptoms present. It is important to understand that while some types of STD result in quickly appearing symptoms, not all of them do. If you’ve had unprotected sex and your partner is not monogamous then you are at some risk. There is one way to get the question answered and enjoy peace of mind and that is to get tested. Ordering the testing is easy and a quick visit to a local testing lab is all that is required. The testing is completely private and confidential. The lab techs can answer any questions or concerns that you have during your visit. You owe it to yourself to protect your sexual health and enjoy the least amount of stress and anxiety that is possible.
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http://www.cdc.gov/std/stats14/tables/33.htm
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