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SaferSTD Preferred Location: 3888 Vineville Ave Macon,GA 31204 Macon Change Location
Macon, Georgia, ranks 54th on a list of the most sexually diseased cities in the US. Health officials are particularly worried about young people, many of whom seem to not understand the importance of protecting themselves from STDs. In 2017, 40 youth (13–19 years old) were diagnosed with an STD, with a rate of 50.1 per 1,000.
Medical professionals also worry that young people are ashamed to come to a clinic for testing and treatment, but the clinics are discreet, and you should not put off getting help for yourself. There may even be free STD testing options periodically during campaigns and STD Awareness Month.
In 2013, Macon’s chlamydia case rate was 568.5 per 100K people. The rate for gonorrhea was 169.1, and it was 2.7 for primary and secondary syphilis.
For a large city with an STD problem, there are relatively few STD-testing clinics, but you should be able to find a place to help you. The Macon-Bibb County Health Department provides confidential STD testing. You can find them on Emery Hwy. They also have a teen health center that guarantees confidentiality.
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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The North Central Health District is a part of the Georgia Department of Public Health. This health district services almost 521,000 people across 13 counties. These counties include Baldwin, Bibb, Crawford, Hancock, Houston, Jasper, Jones, Monroe, Peach, Putnam, Twiggs, Washington, Wilkinson. This district has employees that work Monday – Friday to make sure their services and programs provide quality care to individuals and families across the state of Georgia. The health department located at 171 Emery Highway is called the Macon-Bibb County Health Department.
The Peach County Health Department is one of the health departments that the North Central Health District operates. This facility along with the rest protects community residents and strives to stop the spread of disease by inspiring healthier decisions among residents. The team at the Peach County Health Department makes sure to help protect residents by making services accessible meaning they are also low-cost or free depending on income.
The Crawford County Health Department is a part of the North Central Health District that is a part of the Georgia Department of Public Health. All their facilities help prevent disease and protect individuals against health threats. The Crawford County Health Department has a small team of three people their Office Manager who is Amy Sims, the County Nurse Manager who is Melissa Smith, and their environmental Health County Manager who is Timothy LaCoe. They believe through the proper education and assessment people can protect themselves and their children against illness and injury.
Under the direction of the Georgia Department of Public Health, the North Central Health District operates several different health departments throughout the state of Georgia. One of these departments is the Monroe County Health Department. This clinic strives to be a leader in health-related services that makes the lives of all residents easier and less stressful. This is why they provide numerous programs and services for the public. One of these services is low-cost STD and HIV testing and treatment.
The Houston County Health Department is owned and operated as a part of the Georgia Department of Public Health. This state-wide public health department makes sure each individual living in the state of Georgia has the resources and education to help them live healthier lifestyles. All their facilities use technology and science to come up with appropriate treatment plans for all patients no matter what they’re diagnosed with.
The Twiggs County Health Department is one of the health departments that the North Central Health District oversees. This health department aims to improve and maintain of all the residents living in and around Jeffersonville, GA. This clinic offers more than 30 different programs and services. Their clinic has a small team of three people which include Office Manager who is Sheldonna Williams, the County Nurse Manager who is Joycelyn Warren, and the Environmental Health County Manager who is Brandon Thornton.
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This health department has no current qualifications for residents to meet before they can be tested for sexually transmitted diseases. Please call to make an appointment. A licensed nurse will provide the testing on-site.
The Macron-Bibb County Health Department is a facility to visit if you’re looking to keep you and your family safe against health conditions and learn more about a wide range of health conditions through education, collaboration, and advocacy. You will be able to find free or low-cost healthcare at this facility. In addition to STD testing and treatment, you can get services like PrEP, pregnancy prevention classes, health assessments, health education services, immunizations, and much more.
171 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217, USA
The County Nurse Manager, Bertha Ashley, will provide residents of surrounding communities their STD test. There are no qualifications and all results will only be made available to you in-person or over the phone.
If you’re a new visitor to the Peach County Health Department you can ask any health-related questions to their County Nurse Manager. If you have any questions about anything not related to your health you can communicate your questions to the Office Manager who is Ernestine Taylor. The Peach County Health Department also provides a resource library, a high blood pressure/diabetes clinic, family planning assistance, and many more services. This health clinic is a medium-sized brown building with three rows of parking available to the public. It’s across the street from Virginia Gardens Assisted Living.
406 E Church St, Fort Valley, GA 31030, USA
The Crawford County Health Department does not have any prior qualifications for individuals seeking sexually transmitted disease testing at their facility. If you are seeking STD testing, please make an appointment just in case they are busy that week. Their nurse manager, Melissa Smith will be conducting all tests. Results are given the same day for HIV testing.
The medical personnel at the Crawford County Health Department provides information based on science to patients so they are well informed of any health-related conditions they may have. The Crawford County Health Department building is a small one-story building with a smaller parking lot compared to other health departments in the area. This facility is located next to the Crawford Senior Center and across the state of the Crawford County Public Library.
141 McCrary Ave, Roberta, GA 31078, USA
There are no qualifications at the Monroe County Health Department regarding their STD testing services. Their services are open to the public Their County Nurse Manager, Whitney Lovett conducts all tests.
The Monroe County Health Department takes the testing and treatment of sexually transmitted diseases seriously. All results are confidential. Other services found at this clinic include pregnancy testing, sports and occupational physicals, environmental health, breast and cervical cancer program, and much more. This clinic is a one-story building located next to the Monroe County Hospital.
106 Martin Luther King Jr Dr, Forsyth, GA 31029, USA
At the Houston County Health Department, residents can find STD and HIV testing available with qualifications. You may want to bring documentation of your income if you want to qualify for a lower fee. Chris Sikes, the County Nurse Manager will provide all tests.
The Houston County Health Department offers a variety of services that meets the needs of all individuals in the family. This health department does offer more unique services like a travel clinic, CPR/First Aid Training, vision and hearing screenings, and much more. This health department is a one-story brown and black building. This health department is located close to the Central Georgia Soccer Association Complex.
98 Cohen Walker Dr, Warner Robins, GA 31088, USA
The Twiggs County Health Department doesn’t have any qualifications for the public to meet before they can be seen for sexually transmitted disease testing. No one is denied being seen if they can’t pay. The County Nurse Manager will conduct the STD testing for you and will explain everything in detail once you get to the facility.
The Twiggs County Health Department can help you get updated about your status regarding sexually transmitted diseases. If you need other medical services this clinic can prove you and your family with some services like breast and cervical cancer screenings, health education, pregnancy prevention, and many more related services. The Twiggs County Health Department is a one-story black and brown building with a lot of parking spaces surrounding the building. This facility is located next to the Twiggs County Courthouse and down the street from the Twiggs County Library.
26 N Main St, Jeffersonville, GA 31044, USA
Even though teen pregnancy and STD rates are rising the state is still reluctant to make any changes to the current sex education programs being taught in some public schools. A recent survey actually found that over two thirds of the public school districts in the state did not include all of the recommend topics in their sex education programs.
The same survey noted that a large number of teens and adults were not using condoms during intercourse. This is also being blamed for the county’s high STD rate.
Since students aren’t receiving the information they need, most don’t realize their behavior could be putting them at risk. Using protection during intercourse is almost never discussed, instead teens are simply told to abstain from sexual activity until they are married. Judging by the abnormally high teen pregnancy rate this approach is simply not effective.
Teens and adults are also never told how important regular HIV testing in Macon is. The same is also true regarding regular Herpes testing in Macon, and most residents don’t understand that this simple procedure could effectively stop the spread of this contagious virus.
The historic city is extremely conservative, making it difficult for health officials to successfully make any changes to the current sex education programs. The strong conservative beliefs also make it hard for teens and young adults to find someone to talk to, even if they believe that they might have been infected with a sexually transmitted disease. This also causes feelings of shame and embarrassment, and no one wants to be seen by friends and family standing in line at a STI clinic, even if it is just for a regular health and wellness checkup.
Adding to the problem is the fact that many residents simply cannot afford regular STI testing, especially since the procedure is no longer covered under Medicaid. Unfortunately this also means that the city’s STD rates will continue to rise, unless solutions to these and other problems are found.
Have you thought about STI testing, but don’t want to lose your privacy at a HIV/AIDS center? Did you know the same problem might exist with mobile std testing? STI clinics can help you stay anonymous, while also giving you results in a day or so. Insurance isn’t required, and it is still affordable.
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