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Not everyone with an STD shows signs of infection, which means you or your partner might be a carrier without even knowing it.
In 2017 there were 444 cases of HIV reported and 103 cases of AIDS, for a total count of 547 cases across the state of Indiana. This is an increase from 413 HIV and 94 AIDS cases reported the year before. Successful treatments have resulted in a general decrease of AIDS cases over the past ten years, though a recent uptick has been seen in the past two years; however, HIV cases have maintained a steady rise.
In the county of Tippecanoe there are currently: 1,178 cases of chlamydia, 395 cases of gonorrhea, and 10 cases of syphilis reported.
Purdue University hosts STI Awareness Week during April, the CDC’s recognized STD Awareness Month. Programs and activities include the Get Yourself Tested Campaign. Free STD testing for HIV is available during April but full or 10-panel tests may not be included.
Private and public testing centers can be found within a short drive. From the Tippecanoe County Health Department on North 6th Street in Lafayette to Aspire Indiana on North 4th Street, there are many testing center options around!
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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Aspire Indiana treats the whole family with services such as medical and behavioral health care. Aspire Indiana has a variety of support programs such as infectious disease, youth and family services, housing assistance, job placement, and much more. Aspire Indiana is a federally qualified health center. The health care providers at the Aspire Indiana location in Lebanon specialize in creating individualized treatment plans for patients.
Matrix LifeCare Center is a healthcare facility that offers free services to individuals and families within the state of Indiana. Service they offer include pregnancy testing, STD testing, ultrasounds, pregnancy options education, post-abortion support, well-woman exams, family support, a clothing room, a safe sleep program, and much more.
Meridian Health Services provides healthcare services that specialize in whole-person health. Their means their services focus on physical, mental, and social well-being. Meridian Health Services has been around for more than 35 years. This facility provides services such as primary family medical care, counseling and therapy, support programs, and more.
The Lafayette Health Center is owned and operated by Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky, Inc. The Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky provides health care services for people of any age including programs pertaining to education and resources. PPINK has been in operation for more than 85 years. Overall, the Lafayette Health Center provides abortion services, general health care, pregnancy testing, STD testing and treatment, and much more.
The Carroll County Health Department provides many health services for community residents of all ages. They provide services such as CDL physicals, childhood immunizations, chronic disease management, well-child check, women’s health screenings, HIV and Hepatitis C testing, and more. The goal of the Carroll County aims to protect the health of all residents of Carroll County. In addition, they come up with programs and services to help people improve their overall health.
The Public Health Nursing section of the Howard County Health Department aims to protect the overall health of Kokomo, IN. The nursing staff at this facility provides services such as communicable diseases, HCHD immunizations, tuberculosis services, HIV testing, and HPV immunizations.
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For college students, the risk of STDs is just as prevalent today as when STD awareness first began. According to the CDC the occurrence of sexually transmitted disease is at an all-time high. With the fourth largest international population among universities in the USA, Purdue students need to be educated about STDs and become proactive, so as not to contribute to the worldwide issues of STD infection.
Getting regular testing for the occurrence of sexually transmitted infections doesn’t take a lot of time, but it helps prevent the transmission of diseases such as gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, HIV, and HPV.
The Indiana Health Department reports that rates for STDs in Tippecanoe County have increased steadily since 2011.
Chlamydia counts for 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 are 718, 848, 836, 834, and 1128, respectively. Although there was an insignificant decline in 2014, the over-all trend has been on the rise.
Aspire Indiana in Lebanon does not have unique qualifications for its visitors to be tested for sexually transmitted diseases. This facility offers free HIV and Hepatitis C testing.
Aspire Indiana provides a focus on primary care and behavioral health services. However, this facility does offer other services such as crisis intervention, housing assistance, infectious disease, employment programs, and more. This organization offers a special program for those who are diagnosed with HIV and substance abuse disorders, which is a unique program that is hard to find.
1600 W Main St, Lebanon, IN 46052, USA
Matrix LifeCare Center offers sexually transmitted disease testing every first Friday of the month. They have a free walk-in clinic at Matrix East on Mezzanine Drive. No appointment is necessary. Please show up between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm and get tested for free.
The Matrix LifeCare Center provides education, support, and resources to individuals and families to help them when they are making complex decisions before, during, and after pregnancy. This facility offers STD testing, pregnancy options education, post-abortion support, and more. Matrix is a one-story building that is brown, white, and black on the outside. This facility offers a cozy and comfortable atmosphere for patients.
938 Mezzanine Dr Suite B, Lafayette, IN 47905, USA
In order to receive sexually transmitted disease testing services, you must first register as a patient to receive services. This facility accepts insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and does offer a sliding fee scale.
Meridian Health Services provides an array of physical, mental, and social health services. This means their team of doctors and nurses work together to heal both the mind and body. Some services this facility provides include routine medical care, treatment of chronic medical conditions, wellness assessments, and much more.
424 E Southway Blvd, Kokomo, IN 46902, USA
The Lafayette Health Center doesn’t have any qualifications in regard to its STD testing services. This facility uses the rapid blood HIV test. They accept insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and do use a sliding fee scale if a person qualifies.
The Lafayette Health Center a part of Planned Parenthood of Indiana and Kentucky Incorporated provides quality sexual health care and reproductive health care services to community members. This facility is a one-story building that is brown on the outside with parking available in front of the building. This health center is located next to the Indiana Packers Employment Center.
964 Mezzanine Dr, Lafayette, IN 47905, USA
Carroll County doesn’t have any qualifications for its HIV and Hepatitis C testing services. You need to make an appointment in order to be tested. All services are confidential and HIV testing is free of charge. Pre-test counseling is offered.
The Carroll County Health Department strives to ensure all county residents have the proper access to programs and services that can improve their overall health and well-being. This health department also provides resources to community members to educate them about several health conditions. This health department is a multiple story building that nicely designed on the outside. Parking is available near the facility.
101 W Main St #101, Delphi, IN 46923, USA
This health department provides HIV and Hepatitis C testing services. This facility provides free rapid blood HIV testing. This facility accepts insurance, Medicaid, Medicare, and offers a sliding fee scale.
The Public Health Nursing section a part of the Howard County Health Department provides medical services to community members of Kokomo. This health department is located near the Kokomo Tribune and Genoa Healthcare.
120 E Mulberry St #206, Kokomo, IN 46901, USA
There is one topic of study you need to add to your already immense load: STD education. While it’s true, some STDs are easily cured with antibiotics, viral STDs cannot and these can be deadly. Of course you understand how important the proper use of condoms is to prevent pregnancy, but did you know you can also prevent the spread of STDs even with condom use?
The Student Health Center offers STD education, which is now referred to as STI to help remove the stigma attached to word “disease,” it’s being replaced with “infection.” As of 2014, the university ranked 49th on the CDC’s Sexual Health Report Card. Although it is making changes to improve that score, and help you become educated about the dangers of STIs and how to prevent them, there is work to be done.
Both HIV and Herpes are viral in origin. While HIV can be fatal, herpes simplex 1 and simplex 2 are non-lethal. However, simply because an STI is not lethal doesn’t mean you don’t need to protect against it. In addition to being tested for STI viral infections, you should also be screened for other STIs to ensure a clean bill of health, even if you are using condoms, as no method is 100% certain to protect from STIs except abstinence.
Both viral infections can be found using PCR DNA examination of blood, but neither disease is as of yet, curable, but are treatable.
It should come as no surprise that STD rates are higher among those who are sexually active, and that would include the majority of student population. As reported in 2014 in The Exponent, nearly half of people who are sexually active contract an STD by the age of 25. That is a staggering statistic when you consider the number of people involved.
STDs or STIs are increasing at a phenomenal rate. Somewhere between 2014 and 2015, the STI educational ball was dropped as the number of reported cases soared from 718 to 1128 according to the Indiana Health State Department of Health. Similarly, gonorrhea was also on the rise, indicating a need for STI education in Tippecanoe County.
Somehow, STI education has not done enough for the students, as these infections are on the rise. Even though the Student Health Center offers STD counseling and testing, students may not use the center in case of being seen. Sadly, the biggest stumbling block isn’t the availability of STD prevention education; it’s the lack of action on the part of the student.
Make the university proud, don’t become another statistic. Call to schedule confidential STD testing today. It only takes a few minutes but the peace of mind a negative test brings is priceless. If you do test positive, it isn’t the end of the world, you simply need to be aware and vigilant in your sexual practices. Always use protection when engaging in sexual activity, and follow all prescribed courses of treatment. There are treatments for all STDs, and these make all the difference in the world to you and your partner.
Getting tested is easy and there are numerous options available to help you remain comfortable in obtaining it. You can maintain your privacy while being responsible and no one will know you have been tested, although if you don’t mind sharing your experience with your friends or family, you may become an advocate and encourage others to be tested.
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