Preferred Location: 702 E Calton Rd Laredo,TX 78041 Westgate Place Change location
Preferred Location: 702 E Calton Rd Laredo,TX 78041 Westgate Place Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 702 E Calton Rd Laredo,TX 78041 Westgate Place Change Location
Many parts of Texas have major STD problems. On a 2017 list of the Texas counties with the highest bacterial STD rates, Webb County did not appear, indicating that its inhabitants are doing better than much of Texas. But let’s not celebrate yet. The STI rates still need to come down.
Health officials recommend educating youth about safe sex, getting tested regularly, and using protection.
In 2017, 23 people in Laredo were diagnosed with HIV and 13 with AIDS. The same year, there were 1,223 cases of chlamydia, 126 of gonorrhea, and 2 of primary and secondary syphilis. The Webb county rates for those three diseases per 100K people were 450.9, 46.6, and .7. Those are still much higher than they should be, so make sure you stay safe.
There are several clinics in Laredo, including public clinics that provide free STD testing. Note that public clinics often have long wait times, and this could increase the likelihood of being observed there. The City of Laredo Health Department provides education about STDs and offers testing for HIV, syphilis, trich, and hepatitis C.
They test in different locations on different days, so check their website before you go. South Texas Family Planning, on Saunders St, does HPV screening and “painless” 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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The San Antonio AIDS Foundation is a non-profit organization. They have been in business since 1986. They provide services for those living with HIV/AIDs in Bexar County as well as 11 other surrounding South Texas counties. Robert Edwards, who founded the San Antonio Aids Foundation, wanted to provide compassionate care for those affected by HIV/AIDS.
The Gateway Community Health Center is a federally qualified health center. Since 1989, they have been providing healthcare that incorporates excellent service and affordability. Their mission is to provide equal access to wonderful healthcare services no matter a person’s background. Besides STD testing, those visiting can find access to adult primary care, family planning, podiatry care, nutrition support among other services.
PILLAR has been in service since 2010. They strive to help the young people in and around Laredo Texas know their more about their health so they can life their best life. Not only does PILLAR provide STD testing, they provide mental health and substance abuse support.
The South Texas Family Planning and Health Corporation is a non-profit agency that provides women’s and men’s health services throughout 19 counties in the southern Texas area. Some of their free or low-cost services include birth control methods, pap smears, std testing, immunizations, education, and counseling for all those affected by different health conditions.
The Planned Parenthood South Texas aims to protect an individual’s health and provide the best-unbiased approach to testing and treating their patients’ healthcare needs. This Planned Parenthood has three healthcare clinics, one in San Antonio, Harlingen, and Brownsville. Besides STD testing and treatment, the clinics provide but are not limited to other services such as PrEP, fertility assistance treatments, pregnancy testing, and birth control options. Visitors of the South Texas Planned Parenthood Center will find their staff members are easy to talk with and encouraging.
The City of Laredo Health Department has been around since 1985. Since then, they have been continuing their goal of providing health education, testing, and prevention services for those living in and around Laredo, Texas. Their clinic aims to be focused on their clients’ needs and any concerns they may be facing. They value care with the upmost sensitivity and respect.
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Rates specially aren’t simple to separate when you are trying to determine how the health of Laredo is doing. You are a small town, and resources for this data are often sent elsewhere. While it might not seem fair to, you can see how the county is doing, and this will let you know approximately how the sexual health in your border city is fairing.
Judging by the statistics, it’s not well and this doesn’t account for those who are not registered with the U.S. If this was taken into consideration, STDs would become a county health alert. Here’s a quick look,
There are no qualifications in order to be tested for stds at this clinic location.
This clinic provides reliable and compassionate care for those affected by HIV. In addition to their outpatient medical care, they provide medical case management and non-medical case management. This is a wonderful place to go to get all your needs met under one roof.
818 E Grayson St, San Antonio, TX 78208, USA
There are no special qualifications to be tested for a STD here.
The Gateway Community Health Center is a place to visit if you’re looking for easy access and excellent customer service to fit you or family’s needs. They accept Medicaid and Medicare in addition to other medical insurances.
2007 S Zapata Hwy, Laredo, TX 78046, USA
There are no qualifications to get STD testing here.
PILLAR offers support to the people they test. By getting a STD test at PILLAR you are helping yourself gain control over your sexual health status. PILLAR has a Clinical Psychologist and Licensed Professional Counselors on staff to help promote a healthy lifestyle in a caring environment.
1403 N Seymour Ave, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
There is no qualifications to be tested for a STD at this clinic.
The South Texas Family Planning and Health Corporation in Corpus Christi is a one-stop place for your families specialized medical needs. In addition, to providing education like seminars and workshops they also provide primary care like screening and treatment for diabetes, hypertension, wellness exam, and cholesterol.
4455 S Padre Island Dr #30, Corpus Christi, TX 78411, USA
There are no qualifications for a STD test at this clinic location.
The Planned Parenthood South Texas, San Antonio location provides testing, treatment, prevention, and safer sex education. They want to serve their surrounding community members whether they have insurance or not which increases the well-being of their community.
2140 Babcock Rd, San Antonio, TX 78229, USA
There are no qualifications to meet in order to be tested for a STD here.
If you or someone you know is looking for healthcare that will be packaged along with respectability staff than going to the Laredo Health Department is for you. For those that test positive for HIV, they have early intervention services and housing opportunities. Those living with HIV can expect excellent follow-up care in addition to four client meetings a year with a professional.
2600 Cedar Ave, Laredo, TX 78040, USA
Don’t feel like you’re being excluded just because of where you live. There might only be a select number of clinics and 3 private labs, but you don’t have to cross international borders to get quality health care on a budget.
If you are willing to go farther into the state, there are multiple private labs that are only waiting for you call. If you are looking closer to home, the City of Laredo Health Department on Cedar Ave. is nearby and provides free STD testing for some residents. Even if you don’t qualify for the no-rate, there is a sliding payment policy that everyone can apply for.
Registering as a patient can be daunting, you lose your anonymity. Everything is out there in the open, even though you already know that some results must be reported legally. If you don’t mind filling out forms, Gateway Community Health Center Incorporated might be near you. They have several locations with varying hours, and all offer at the least the basic tests for STDs.
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is widespread and the absence of all but a few clinics isn’t helping. Not everyone wants to join their friends at Gateway or Laredo City Health Centers, but these are your only choices if you want to go to a nearby public HIV clinic.
You will have to register as a patient, but this isn’t always a downside to the testing process. Once you join Gateway’s health center, you’ll have access to affordable care and tests that includes rapid HIV testing and immunizations for HPV and Hepatitis A and B. Laredo Health Department has free HIV tests and condoms.
If you are ready for an extended drive, Vida y Salud Health Systems Inc. provide rapid blood tests for HIV. They see patients during the week but check their hours before hopping into the car. You don’t want to make the 80 mile road trip only to find that they are closed. At the same time schedule a meeting so you know for sure that the drive won’t be in vain. Payment is based on each person’s ability to afford their services and for some even free.
About 20 miles closer is South Texas Rural Health Services. Their conventional blood tests will find out if you have HIV, and counseling can be provided. They keep standard hours so plan your trip there accordingly. You can show up, but it can be risky. Their clinics serve areas that are designated as being “medically under served”, and crowds are common since they are one of the few that provide all types of health and social services.
What many residents forget about are the private HIV clinics. They take all the hassles out of the procedure. You don’t have to drive miles to remain discreet, and you can also receive an early detection test if you feel that it is warranted. Conventional blood testing is another option, and all that is needed is a quick stop in. LabCorp and Clinical Pathology Labs are two that are recommended.
The Texas Freedom Network Education Fund found that sex education is failing teens and families. This was released in 2009, and they’ve found that nothing has changed almost a decade later. The only constant change is that STDs are more numerous now than before. Schools might be flunking in sexual health, but others are stepping up to take their place.
Planned Parenthood might not be here with their vast resources, but Laredo City Health Department is trying to fill the void. Classes are open enrollment, and pamphlets are free. Some of their clinics provide “safe sex kits” to those that ask or seem to live a lifestyle that could be considered high-risk. They also have an HIV-AIDS program that many in the community have come to depend on.
South Texas Rural Health Services is doing what they can to provide education and counseling to those that need it the most. No one with legitimate questions will be ignored, you just have to take the drive. Vida Y Salud Health Systems isn’t quite so far, and they have after-hours operators that might be able to help without you getting into a vehicle.
Don’t forget about libraries and the internet. Both can be invaluable educational resources, just make sure that your info is coming from an accredited source.
Laredo is filled with local history from both sides of the border. It’s also a short walk across the Rio Grande bridge to either country. Shopping, dining and of course bars line the streets, and there are plenty of hiking and nature trails to explore. At first glance it might seem like everything is well, but this isn’t the case. Sexually transmitted infections are a real concern, and it seems like not much is being done about it. Take the first step and find out if you are positive for a STI.
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