Preferred Location: 3077 54th Ave S Saint Petersburg,FL 33712 Lakewood Estates Change location
Preferred Location: 3077 54th Ave S Saint Petersburg,FL 33712 Lakewood Estates Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 3077 54th Ave S Saint Petersburg,FL 33712 Lakewood Estates Change Location
The US is in the midst of an STI epidemic. In 2017, Pinellas County had a bacterial STD rate of 639.2 per 100K people. This was under the general Florida rate, but it’s still too high and needs to go down. The HIV statistics are more worrying.
In 2015, Florida had the most diagnoses of HIV of any US state, and Pinellas County had 4,148 people living with HIV or AIDS, with a rate of 496 per 100K people. Men who have sex with men are most at-risk (as they are for syphilis), but a number of young people, including teenagers, are being diagnosed each year.
Health officials recommend comprehensive sex education for youth, and that every sexually active individual use condoms consistently and go for testing at regular intervals.
In 2017, 4,188 people in Pinellas County were diagnosed with chlamydia and 1,574 with gonorrhea. Search engine data indicates that Floridians in general are worried about herpes.
You can go for testing in several locations around St. Pete. Some provide free STD testing for HIV only. For same-day STI testing, you can go to AFC Urgent Care on Pinellas Park, among other options. Metro Inclusive Health, located on 3rd Ave, provides HIV and Hep C testing, and they also screen for other STIs.
HIV testing is also available at many Out of the Closet thrift stores (call the store closest to you to see if they do it). And there are many more options in St. Pete and in Clearwater, so you are sure to find a clinic near you.
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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Empath Partners in Care provides care for those with chronic or advanced illness. They focus on HIV testing, treatment, and support. They also offer prevention services for those looking to get help before they are exposed. They also offer assistance to find housing. Their pharmacy is available if medication is needed.
Metro Inclusive Health offers more than 100 health and wellness services. Some of these services include primary care, trans health, STD testing, and HIV medical care. Their health clinic focuses on treating the LGBTQ community.
The Bayfront Health Medical Group is a regional medical care network that includes seven hospitals with almost 2,000 staff members. Besides the location in St. Petersburg they have locations in Brooksville, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Seven Rivers, Spring Hill, and Venice regional Bayfront Health.
The Saint Petersburg Health Center apart of the Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida is a place people can go for inexpensive health care services whether they have insurance or not. In addition to their location in St. Petersburg, they offer 10 other health center locations around southeast and central Florida. Their goal is to support and educate all residents within their community.
The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County has been around since 1936. The Department of Health has more than 700 employees all throughout their St. Petersburg location and their six other locations in Pinellas county. Their mission is to protect and improve the health of those living in Pinellas County.
American Family Care urgent care clinic offers quick and professional medical care for all your needs. For those visiting, they can be rest assured they will always be seen by an experienced physician on-site. In addition, they can do blood work and fill prescriptions on-site.
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STD infections in Saint Petersburg are high enough to alert the officials that corrective action is needed. Information is gathered from hospitals, STD testing clinics and private physicians who provide these services.
These figures represent the number of positive cases that have been reported. The actual numbers of infected persons are believed to be much higher by Health Department officials.
There are no qualifications for testing at this location.
Since HIV affects people of all different backgrounds and ages, you can find care at EPIC. Their mission is to help you better understand HIV and how the appropriate action and treatment can guide you towards a healthy lifestyle.
3050 1st Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33712, USA
There is no age or income requirement to be treated at this clinic.
The mission of Metro Inclusive Health is to knock down barriers by offering top quality healthcare services in the Tampa Bay area. They make testing affordable by providing free testing for hepatitis C and all other services on a sliding fee discount sale. They accept most insurances, Medicare, and Medicaid.
3251 3rd Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33713, USA
There are no special qualifications based on age or income of someone who can be tested and/or treated here.
The women’s health services apart of the Bayfront Health Medical Group in St. Petersburg offers many services including STD testing, treatment, and counseling. They have 17 staff members all-looking to aid and support you about getting tested for an STD. They strive to provide their services in a safe, comfortable, and convenient location to make their patients feel at ease.
470 2nd St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, USA
There is no special qualifications to be tested for STDs at this location.
The Saint Petersburg Health Center has been a part of the Southwest and Central Florida Planned Parenthood since 1966 and continues to provide in-depth services and education to those seeking healthcare guidance. Through education, they believe a person can make better decisions about their lifestyle and better plan for their future. The health care staff at Saint Petersburg Health Center will provide a comfortable and supportive environment. For those with a fear of needles, previous patients have found their medical staff to be patient and kind.
33 6th St S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, USA
There is no special qualifications for STD testing at this clinic location.
Once you are tested at the clinic, your results will remain private. In addition to having several different STD tests available, there are no cost HIV test sites throughout Pinellas County. They aim to help you understand your results and further educate you about what you can do for treatment and follow-up care. They can further point you in the direction if you need to tell your partner about testing positive for a STD.
205 Dr M.L.K. Jr St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, USA
There is no special qualifications in order to be tested at this clinic.
If you’re looking for fast, private, and accurate test results, American Family Care can provide you those three things. Their St. Petersburg clinic location provides a nice setting for you or your loved ones.
1530 4th St N, St. Petersburg, FL 33704, USA
There is a need for increased education to help raise awareness about STDs. The State of Florida has mandated the infusion of sexual health education into the curriculum of all public schools. Facts about sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancy are shared. Students in the public schools learn where to go for a Herpes test and get HIV testing in Saint Petersburg, FL.
Areas with higher poverty levels are at the greatest risk for sexually transmitted disease infection. This is because many people who are financially disadvantaged lack exposure to educational materials. More testing is needed in this segment of the population because health professionals believe that the rates among persons in this group would be much higher if they were tested.
HIV and AIDS diagnoses are the highest in male to male homosexual populations. There is also a high incidence of coinfections with Gonorrhea or Syphilis. Hepatitis B and C are growing concerns in the region as numbers are rising. As previously suggested, more testing is needed to arrive at a more precise number of STD cases. Local officials are taking action to attempt to reach a wider section of the population in this area. Information is shared through the Department of Health in conjunction with local health care providers to inform more people about the availability of testing. Free testing centers are available generally, but there are times when the funding sources become exhausted and people must wait for a renewal of the funding to get their testing done. This can lead to increased spread of STDs, suggesting that more funding for both education, testing and treatment is needed.
Having an STD can take a toll on your reproductive ability and your general health. In the early stages, it may be hard to tell if you’re infected, without testing. If you believe that you are at risk for an STD infection, your best option is to seek testing immediately. Anyone who has unprotected sex may become infected. Private STD testing is available for you. Just complete your STD testing order and make arrangements for a fast visit to a testing lab. It doesn’t take long and you’ll quickly be on your way to enjoy the recreational activities in Saint Petersburg.
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