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On a list of the most sexually diseased cities in the US, Hattiesburg ranks #31. One reason for this could be Camp Shelby, a US National Guard training base (active military bases tend to drive up the STD rates in their counties). But health officials are also concerned about young people contracting STIs.
Forrest County has an abstinence-only sex education curriculum, which tends to leave young people unaware of how to protect themselves if they do decide to have sex. Condom use in general has decreased in the US in recent years, and many young people don’t use them. And they often don’t realize they can contract STIs through oral sex.
In 2016, Forrest County had an HIV prevalence rate of 629 per 100K people, well above Mississippi’s rate of 383. The same year, Forrest County had a chlamydia rate of 1,036.3 per 100K people, also well above the state average of 672.1. The gonorrhea and (primary and secondary) syphilis rates were 371.3 and 27.7.
You may be able to get free STD testing at the county level, but you will probably need to show proof of your income to see if you qualify. There is also a Planned Parenthood on S 27th Ave. They test for STIs and treat all except HIV, and the fee is on a sliding scale. The Moffitt Health Center provides STI testing at a low cost to University of Southern Mississippi students.
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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AIDS Services Coalition is a non-profit organization that provides equitable and exhaustive health-care services to PLWHA and those affected by the disease in Hattiesburg, MS, and its surrounding areas. Its medical practitioners are well-trained to offer quality HIV testing and treatment. Clinicians may collect blood samples to conduct HIV tests, and you may receive results in about 15 minutes.
Hattiesburg Family Health Center Downtown is an outlet clinic of the Southeast Mississippi Rural Health Initiative that was founded in 1979. The health center offers services such as diabetic care, treatment of minor injuries, immunizations, and physicals. Also, the medical team is proficient in offering in-depth HIV testing and treatment services.
Woman’s Clinic PA is a health center that was founded in 1956 by Dr. Richard Burman. The clinic’s physicians are skilled in offering health-care services for women, including gynecology, massages, skincare, and vaginal rejuvenation. Health-care providers also offer precise and quick STD testing and treatment services.
Planned Parenthood - Hattiesburg Center of Hattiesburg, MS, is a health facility that offers all-inclusive health care to individuals residing in Hattiesburg, MS. Its medical team is experienced in providing birth control and women’s and men’s health care as well as pediatrics and LGBTQ health services. Physicians also offer STD testing and treatment, and test results for rapid HIV tests may have a waiting time of 20 to 30 minutes.
Forrest County Health Department is a public health clinic that aims to protect and promote healthy living among the community residents, so it offers disease prevention and quality medical services. Its medical team is competent in providing comprehensive medical services which include immunizations, pediatrics and women’s health as well as flu and diabetes treatment. Physicians also conduct STD tests and offer treatment services.
MinuteClinic is an urgent care clinic that offers a broad spectrum of health-care services which include treatment of injuries, immunizations, physicals, and women’s health. Its physicians also offer confidential STD testing and treatment services, and Chlamydia and Gonorrhea tests may be done using mouth swabs or urine samples. The medical team aims to offer all services promptly to ensure the waiting time to see a doctor is minimal.
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Physicians offer free HIV testing and treatment to everyone regardless of financial status, area of residence, color, sexual orientation, or age.
The ASC Housing Consortium program offers housing assistance to HIV positive clients who have no incomes. Additionally, you may receive free and confidential HIV services through scheduling appointments. Moreover, case managers help clients to receive linkage to comprehensive medical care and food pantry programs.
121 College St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
Physicians provide free HIV testing to all persons who are at a high risk of contracting infections, for instance, injection drug users and sex workers. Additionally, if you are unable to pay for services, you may qualify for a state-funded program.
HIV positive clients may receive comprehensive HIV services courtesy of the Ryan White Program. Additionally, doctors offer confidential HIV testing and treatment, and case managers may link clients to medical care and support programs. Also, you may receive services by scheduling an appointment.
100 W Front St, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
Clinicians offer STD screening to women of all ages, income statuses, marital statuses, and nationalities. Also, clients may use cash or credit cards to pay their bills.
Doctors work by appointments, so you may schedule one at a convenient time. Additionally, in case of any emergency, the facility has a 24-hour call system that always has a staff member available who will link you to medical assistance. Moreover, all services are confidential, and test results are always presented to clients in person.
4577 13th St, Gulfport, MS 39501, USA
If you don’t have insurance, you may qualify for a state-funded program or benefit from a sliding fee scale, and insured persons may use their health plans to cater to their bills. Moreover, STD testing and treatment is available for everyone without considering gender, age, or sexual orientation.
Language interpretation services are available via phone call if you don’t speak English. Additionally, physicians conduct anonymous tests, and results are availed to clients in-person. Also, clients receive services on a walk-in basis or through booking online or phone call appointments.
214 S 27th Ave, Hattiesburg, MS 39401, USA
The staff offers low-cost STD testing services to everyone despite ethnicity, political affiliation, sex, color, or sexual orientation.
The health department’s HIV/STD Program links HIV positive clients to extensive and quality medical care. Additionally, you may schedule an appointment with health-care providers to receive STD services. Also, physicians treat patients with dignity and provide discreet STD services.
5008 Old Hwy 42, Hattiesburg, MS 39402, USA
STD testing and treatment are available for persons aged 18 years and above. Also, payment options for uninsured clients include cash, checks, or credit cards. The staff also accepts some insurance health plans.
Clients may access STD services by making video visits, so you don’t have to physically visit the clinic. Additionally, the medical team works seven days a week, so you’ll receive medical care despite your compact weekday schedule. Moreover, you don’t need to book an appointment since the clinic operates on a walk-in basis.
2103 Gause Blvd E, Slidell, LA 70461, USA
Officials at local schools ensure that area students have sexual health education, including learning about the risks associated with having unprotected sex. Students also receive education about the risks associated with mixing alcohol, drugs and sexual activity, in hopes of reducing the rates of risky sexual behaviors and incidents of STD transmission
Area residents have the ability to help reduce the rates of HIV, AIDS, syphilis, Chlamydia, gonorrhea and other STDs through regular testing at a local STD clinic. The process is quick and easy.
When getting your STD tests done, make sure you get tested for herpes. Many people do not know for some time that they have herpes. Even if you do not have symptoms, you run the risk of passing the infection to a partner if you do have it.
HIV testing is crucial to help lower the local rates of HIV infection. People often do not know for years that they have HIV. This is because, like herpes, you may not have symptoms, especially early after exposure to HIV. HIV testing at a local STD clinic is quick and allows you to return to work or school, get the kids to practice or to simply get back to enjoying the city in a minimal amount of time.
Encourage your partner to make the call to arrange for STD testing at a local clinic. Getting your partner to have private STD testing is crucial for your sexual health and for the sexual health of your partner.
Sexually transmitted diseases affect some groups in the area in a disproportionate number. The population was slightly over 47,000 people in 2014, yet the area has high rates of reported STDs.
The median age in the area is 28.9 years. Younger residents typically account for higher numbers of reported cases of STDs and therefore likely play a role in the number of area residents with one or more STDs. Another fact that potentially plays a role in higher STD rates in the area is that more than 50 percent of the population reports never being married.
Black residents account for slightly more than 50 percent of the city’s population, yet accounts for far greater numbers of STDs than white residents, who make up slightly over 40 percent of the population. Although nearly 85 percent of residents report graduating high school, just over 30 percent report graduating from college. Lower education levels typically affect STD awareness, potentially contributing to local STD rates.
Another factor that likely contributes to the high number of residents with STDs is poverty, since the city is not as affluent as some other areas. The median annual income for residents living in the city hovers around just $25,000. People living in poverty often feel they do not have access to the same services as people with greater incomes, which in turn potentially contributes to higher incidents of STDs. The inability to pay medical bills also likely contributes to residents not obtaining testing or seeking STD treatment.
When you receive confidential testing at an area STD clinic, you no longer have to wait in an open clinic room with everyone else waiting for hours to get STD testing. Clinics want to protect your privacy and that of your partner when you get your testing done. There are several easily accessible locations available for free, confidential STD testing.
Committing to regular testing and practicing good sexual health behaviors helps protect you against the soaring rates of sexually transmitted diseases in the local area. Remember, that no matter your income bracket, race, culture, education level or gender, you are not immune to contracting STDs.
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