Preferred Location: 4201 Torrance Blvd Torrance,CA 90503 Torrance Change location
Preferred Location: 4201 Torrance Blvd Torrance,CA 90503 Torrance Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 4201 Torrance Blvd Torrance,CA 90503 Torrance Change Location
Los Angeles County is known for high STD rates. In 2015, there were 48,170 people living with HIV or AIDS in Los Angeles County, with a prevalence rate of 568 per 100K people, well above California’s average rate of 376.
In 2016, 64,326 people in Los Angeles County were diagnosed with chlamydia, at a rate of 626.2 per 100K people, in comparison with California’s rate of 552.2. The gonorrhea and (primary and secondary) syphilis rates were 254.2 and 19.5.
Health officials are worried about the people still out there who haven’t been tested and don’t know they have an STI. Most STIs are asymptomatic in the early stages, but they can go on to do major, irreparable damage if left untreated. The only way to know your sexual health status for sure is to be tested regularly. And you should always use protection.
You can be screened for STIs at the Torrance Health Center on Del Amo Blvd or FPA Women’s Health on Lomita Blvd. The South Bay Family Healthcare Center on Hawthorne Blvd performs HIV testing, and they do confidential STD testing for teens.
Planned Parenthood is on the same street. They test for STIs and treat all except HIV, and the fee is on a sliding scale. Keep an eye on the community calendar, especially during STD Awareness Month. You may be able to find free STD testing events.
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 OASIS Clinic, which is operated by Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, offers free rapid HIV testing to those living in Los Angeles County. By offering this community service, they are helping decrease the amount HIV/AIDS spreads throughout the county. The Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science is a private non-profit university that provides underserved people the opportunities to become health leaders through education and clinical service. They focus on cancer, diabetes, and HIV/AIDS.
St. John’s Well Child and Family Center provides its professional health services to residents of all ages that reside in central and south Los Angeles and Compton. They provide child development and literacy education, case management services, mental health assessments, and outreach services. Besides offering STD testing and treatment, they also offer PrEP for those not yet exposed to HIV/AIDS but have an increased risk. Other services of St. John’s include medical services, dental services, pediatric services, mental health services, and homeless health services.
The Harbor Community Clinic is a healthcare facility for men, women, and children that reside in San Pedro, CA and the surrounding communities. This clinic is passionate about serving those with low incomes and/or have no health insurance. Harbor Community clinic opened up in 1970 as the Harbor Free Clinic, they have since changed their name and have opened up another location that is dedicated to only pediatrics.
The South Bay Health Center is operated by the Planned Parenthood of Los Angeles. The Planned Parenthood of Los Angeles was founded in April 1965. This Planned Parenthood saw 237,000 patients across their 19 health centers and their two-wellness centers located in high schools last year. Staff members that have a caring attitude and a desire to help and treat patients. Their receptionists and nurse practitioners will make their patients feel welcomed from the moment they walk into their appointment.
The Martin Luther King Jr. Center is one of the 14 public health centers operated by the County of Los Angeles Community Health Services. The Community Health Services provides medical case management and provides outreach activities to the community can raise awareness of healthier lifestyle habits. The Martin Luther King Jr. Center provides its services to Athens, Compton, Crenshaw, Florence, Hyde Park, Lynwood, Paramount, and Watts.
The Urgent Care Center of South Bay provides equal access to highly trained staff members that can treat serious but yet not life-threatening matters. The medical team at this urgent care facility provides services and treatment for asthma, the flu, a sore throat, pneumonia, sutures, and migraines. This facility has the ability to provide X-Ray and diagnostic testing as well. Visitors can expect short lines and friendly front office personnel.
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All public data on how healthy Torrance is can be found by looking for the county. Once you see how poorly it is ranked for it’s sexual health, you’ll realize why there are several centers that look specifically for these diseases. A quick glance at a headline shows that they have once again broke another record, and it’s not for having the lowest.
There are no qualifications for people to be tested for HIV/AIDS at this community clinic.
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science has been in operation since 1966 and since then they have had the honor of helping 575 people graduate into physicians, 1,200 as physician assistants, and more than 1,000 other related health professionals. At CDU, they find community is important and that’s what drives them to prepare health professionals that stand for social justice by going out into other underrepresented communities so everyone can have access to quality healthcare.
1807 E 120th St, Los Angeles, CA 90059, USA
St. John’s Well Child and Family Center does not have any qualifications for those seeking STD and HIV testing and treatment.
All of St. John’s Well Child and Family Centers manage strong partnerships with outside agencies and organizations in order to help their patients with any health, educational, and social development issues that they may need help with. In addition to all of their other services, this clinic also provides Hepatitis A and B immunizations.
2115 N Wilmington Ave, Compton, CA 90222, USA
There are no qualifications in order to be tested for sexually transmitted diseases at this clinic location.
This healthcare clinic not only provides STD testing and treatment, but also school and sports physicals, immunizations, ob/gyn care, and screening and treatment for acute and chronic illnesses and diseases. Patients can expect to get in and out of their facility with little wait time. Their facility is clean. This clinic has friendly, organized, and kind doctors and other medical staff members that will assist you through their entire process so you always feel at ease during your appointment.
593 W 6th St, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA
There are no qualifications to get STD testing and treatment at this healthcare facility.
The South Bay Health Center provides men’s reproductive health screenings in addition to their women’s health services. They provide men with the same amount of courtesy, professionalism, and attention as they do women. Patients should arrive early to fill out any necessary paperwork. If you qualify for a state-funded program or lower fee because you’re uninsured you need to bring a photo ID with you. Fees for any services you use are based on your household income.
14623 Hawthorne Blvd. #300 #300, Lawndale, CA 90260, USA
There are no qualifications besides to be resident of Los Angeles County to take part in any of the unique services this center provides.
Patients that visit the Martin Luther King, Jr Center for Public Health will find their staff members provide superior service. Their medical and office team is dedicated to helping you and your entire family. They will make your experience personal and as stress-free as possible. Their facility not only offers STD testing and treatment but also TB screening and treatment.
11833 Wilmington Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90059, USA
There are no qualifications in order to get STD testing done at this urgent care clinic.
Visitors at the Urgent Care Center of South Bay will discover their medical team to be on time, professional, and efficient. Their team of professionals will make sure you are cared for and listened to from the time you walk into the time you leave. Patients will receive an accurate diagnosis and will receive the correct treatment.
4305 Torrance Blvd STE 106, Torrance, CA 90503, USA
Healthy living, which is popular in Torrance, starts with knowing how to care for it. One aspect that is often overlooked is sexual health. Private clinics, and multiple public ones too, are waiting for you to contact them.
Private labs include Q.D. (Quest Diagnostics) and LabCorp. They’ll have you in and done before the farmer’s market even thinks about closing. Sometimes you can have the same luck at the Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. New patients need to appear on Mondays, this is the only day they’ll accept you if you’re not already a client.
The Los Angles Biomedical Research Institute works with the California Family pact. This translates into no fees for those in the program, otherwise a minor one will be incurred for any test for sexually transmitted infections. Los Angles County Department of Public Health has these and additional ones that include TB testing for the uninsured. Children can also be immunized against Hepatitis B.
South Bay Family Health Care is one of the largest healthcare networks in Torrance and the metro area. A central office is on Artesia Blvd, but it’s only one of several. You’ll find top quality care at low or no-cost, you’ll even be able to get an appointment on a Saturday. Hours during the week change by the day and some will have you home before the evening traffic rush begins.
PPLA (Planned Parenthood Los Angeles) provides everything you believe this mainstay health organization should offer. Men, women, infants, children and teens are seen by health professionals here. Many just come for the affordable testing that might even be free. They work with the disenfranchised, and the programs funded by California.
It’s smart to check for HIV when looking to see if you are STI positive, but sometimes it doesn’t work out that way. You might only need these results and not the other. All clinics that screen for commonly transmitted infections can do the same for the virus, and there are others that are primarily concerned with it.
Do you think you might be HIV positive? The AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) will test to make sure, and if you are they will help you with support and identify your treatment options. They are proud of their access to cutting-edge medications, and regardless of your financial status they will ensure that you will be “okay”.
Anyone working in the downtown are Pink Lotus Health and the Charles Drew University provide conventional blood tests for HIV. Results will take days to weeks, but if it’s on your way home from work become a client and check their hours. Anyone looking for faster results should stop by PPLA or a privately managed lab. Rapid tests are available, sometimes without the need for insurance or additional fees.
Updates may be required by schools, but not all are changing out their old sex education materials for the new ones. Sometimes it’s due to budgetary constraints, and others are reluctant to implement the controversial changes. All aspects of sexual health are to be taught, and not everyone is thrilled about this.
Those most affected by the lack of changing policies are in the less financially secure neighborhoods. Often it is a combination of money and beliefs, but the end result is that the children are the ones being left out. Planned Parenthood has always stepped up when it comes to education, they have even helped write some of the policies currently in place in schools around the nation. Brochures, classes and advisors are at all their centers, anyone can come in ask questions and take home reading material.
AHF is a leader in reaching out to those in need of testing, support and education. They do work primarily with minorities, but no one is excluded from anything the group’s clinics do. Whether it is social activism or educating people about their sexual health, their extensive calendar probably has an event marked near you.
Classic and new Toyotas are on display at the museum, and Torrance also boasts modern art and the history of flight centers. Obviously, the beach and all its fun isn’t too far away and you can follow the sand almost to the downtown. You might even catch a glimpse of a movie star on your sandy trek. You’ll also pass clinics that look for and treat sexual health problems. Even if you believe that you are healthy, stop in. No matter what your results say, you’ll be glad that you did. Sometimes the not knowing is worse than being sure that you are negative.
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