Preferred Location: 2644 Chapel Lake Dr Gambrills,MD 21054 Gambrills Change location
Preferred Location: 2644 Chapel Lake Dr Gambrills,MD 21054 Gambrills Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 2644 Chapel Lake Dr Gambrills,MD 21054 Gambrills Change Location
Maryland is known as America’s religious freedom birthplace and was also included in the original Thirteen Colonies. It is a small but diverse state, and it has grown in residents within the last few years. Many of them move to Maryland for its close proximity to Washington DC and to enjoy attractions such as the Inner Harbor.
Johns Hopkins Hospital is one of the most prestigious in the state of Maryland is located in the heart of Downtown Baltimore, Maryland’s largest city. Its affiliated University attracts students from all over the world, especially those looking to study medicine.
As a result, residents have access to private STD testing via free STD testing centers in Baltimore, Maryland at many STD centers.
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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Description: Why go to a public clinic? Get convenient and fast STD testing that is 100% confidential. Individual tests under $50. Order online and visit this lab the same day for a quick 15 min test. Get your results online within 1-2 business days, and view them privately. Doctor consultation available over the phone, should results come back as positive.
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Description: Women. Free HIV and STD testing offered. Herpes testing only if there are active lesions.
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Description: Need to register as a patient. HIV testing hours: Mon.-Thur., 9:00am To 6:45pm and Fri., 9:00am To 4:45pm
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Anne Arundel County resident. Please call for HIV testing hours. Free condoms available. Mpox vaccines available at the Baymeadow Health Services
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Anne Arundel County Resident.
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Description: Insurance or fee for service. Self-pay rates are discounted rates, with discounts ranging from 25-50%, depending upon the item. The Self-pay option requires payment in full on the date of service.
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Description: Women only. Free HIV and STD testing offered. Herpes testing (only if there are active lesions).
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Description: Social Service Organization. If you don't have insurance, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale.
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Description: Community Based Organization. Live chat available 24/7 via website
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Description: Closed for lunch every day from 12pm-1pm. Open until 6:30pm most Thursdays. Please call for details
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Description: Need to enroll as a patient to receive services. Free rapid testing available that the Cherry Hill location.
As of 1996, 94.06% percent of Marylanders with AIDS were adults while only 4.23% were young adults or adolescents. 1.71% of the AIDS patients in Maryland were of pediatric age.
The rate of HIV diagnoses in Baltimore rose and fell between 1999 and 2013, with the rate in 1999 being 912 cases reported and the rate in 2013 being 385 cases reported. In total, 31,890 Marylanders had HIV in 2013. That means for every 100,000 people living in the state, 641 of them were HIV positive. That year 23.6% of the state’s residents who had HIV were diagnosed with AIDS within three months of their HIV diagnosis. Only six states reported more cases of HIV in 2013 than Maryland did. The state maintained a high rate of HIV diagnoses in the subsequent years.
The next year there were 1,388 more cases of HIV diagnosed. In this case for every 100,000 residents, 28 of them were diagnosed with HIV in 2014. The year 2015 saw 1,334 reported cases of HIV in the state which included both adolescents 13 and older and adults.
The STDs most commonly contracted by Maryland residents are syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea. Of the fifty states, Maryland comes in fifth on the list of the most residents suffering from primary and secondary syphilis. The state comes in twentieth on the list of most residents suffering from chlamydia and 21st on the list of the most residents suffering from gonorrhea.
At Johns Hopkins Hospital, an STD/HIV Prevention Training Center integrates sexual health lessons into educational opportunities offered to medical professionals throughout the state. STI training courses are held for three to five daily sessions.
As of 2014, Maryland’s Wicomico County had rates of gonorrhea and chlamydia higher than any other county in the state. This resulted in the county health department encouraging residents to own up to engaging in sexual activity that was putting them at risk for STDs. The health department put together a task force that included county school employees, as well as hospitals, clinics and universities. One reason for this was the high rate of STD diagnoses among high school students, college students and those in their 20s.
When the task force was organized it was done with the intention of determining exactly why the county had such a high rate of STD diagnoses. One factor that was discussed as a contributor to the problem was the total number of students attending two nearby universities and a community college. This means that the number of young people living in the county is not typical for the state. The location of Wicomico County is another factor, as it is in a central area that puts it close to Delaware and Virginia as well.
Due to the high number of young people living in the state, many clinics are available where residents can get tested for STDs such as HIV and Herpes.
Though the majority of residents are white, there are 8.2 times more African American males living with HIV than whites. There are also 15.7 times as many African American women living with HIV than whites.
While the majority of men living in the state that are HIV positive contracted it through sexual intercourse with another man the majority of HIV positive women contracted the disease by injecting drugs into themselves.
Because HIV and AIDS is such a significant problem throughout the state, residents have many options for seeking treatment. This includes various county STD/HIV testing programs open to those living in the specific county. STD tests are administered for free and those who need a test can get counseling before and afterwards.
Many STD testing centers are open Monday through Friday and most test for syphilis, chlamydia, HIV and gonorrhea. Walk in cases are taken and scheduling an appointment is not required. Some of the testing centers offer appointments to those who have been diagnosed with an STD. The appointment includes a thorough examination by a qualified doctor.
STD clinics always take their job seriously and handle testing in a sensitive and respectful manner. Hospitals and University health centers throughout the state provide young people with a safe place to get tested for any STD they may have been exposed to. The goal is to make STD testing accessible and easy to obtain by those who are the highest risk of contracting diseases.
The population of Maryland despite its small size has raised cause for concern towards the battle against STDs. With such high rates of diagnoses in the state, health officials have had no choice but to take the issue seriously. Maryland’s many hospitals, health centers and clinics have joined forces to provide free or discount testing to those who are in need. Through efforts by many communities throughout the state, residents are being encouraged to practice safe sex and avoid putting themselves in dangerous sexual situations.
Thanks to state law, STD patients can receive counseling and education that will help them cope with their diagnoses. Those needing support for an STD can get it by contacting organizations that are designed to help them cope with their diagnoses.
http://health.baltimorecity.gov/sites/default/files/Baltimore_City_HIV_Epidemiological_Profile%202013.pdf
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