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A significant decrease in the number of HIV cases in Ocala City has been observed by the Marion County Department of Health. In the year 2008, there were 6,058 cases recorded and the number had reduced to 4,944 cases in 2017.
On the contrary, Gonorrhoea cases have been increasing over the years. In 2006, there were 489 cases reported and in 2018 the numbers had increased to 671 cases, translating to a 188.8 rate in the population.
Chlamydia has also been a chronic STD, leading with the highest number of infections. In 2006, a total of 1,004 cases were reported and by 2018 the number had increased to 1,561 cases per 100,000 persons, translating to a rate of 439.3.
Compared to the other infections, Syphilis had lower rates but it has still been increasing over the years nonetheless. From just 17 cases reported in 2006, the number multiplied to 84 cases in 2017.
To reduce the number of STDs, Marion County Department of Health has integrated STD prevention and care into primary health care. This has made STD services available and accessible to most individuals in the community.
Marion City residents can access STD services in some of the available health centers.
Heart of Florida Health Centers, Florida Department of Health, and Ocala Regional Medical Center; are some of the facilities open to the Ocala residents.
Some public centers provide free STD testing, screening, and treatment. However, the service is only available those earning below 150 percent of federal poverty guidelines and lack health insurance.
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 CDC2Â 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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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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Genesis Women center is an obstetrician-gynecologist center offering reproductive health services to women within Inverness and surrounding towns such as Ocala and Dunnellon. It offers its services by appointment and may accept cash payment.
Heart of Florida Health center began in 2007 with financial support from Munroe regional Medical health center, Ocala regional medical center, the county commission, and others. The goal of this clinic is to provide patients with a better alternative to spending many hours waiting to be seen in the ER for non-emergency services.
The Three Angel’s clinic is a non-profit health center that provides STD testing services among many others for free. It has a selection of qualified medical professionals who are a team of no-paid volunteers.
Planned Parenthood is a social service organization providing family-focused health services to people across the USA. It offers women’s health, men’s health, LGBTQ testing services, STD testing and treatment, HIV emergency treatment such as Prep and Pep, among many other services. Patients may be treated for free if one does not have an insurance cover.
Florida Health Department of Marion County offers a wide spectrum of public health services. They include vaccinations, reproductive health education, and STD testing and treatment services. They allow insurance plans, and walk-ins clients may also be allowed.
The VA, Ocala clinic provides a wide range of health services to veterans and their family members for free or at subsidized rates. The Veteran Affairs Department of the country runs this clinic.
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Accredited and Certified
Description: Order online and receive a doctor's order to visit this lab to get tested in as little as 15 mins. Get your results privately within 1-2 business days and speak with a doctor over the phone if your test results come back positive. Doctors may prescribe treatment or refer you to a specialist if needed.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
Accredited and Certified
Description: Getting an STD test at a clinic near you has never been easier. When you choose this location, you can get a doctor's requisition to get tested in as little as 15 minutes. Following your test, you receive your results privately within 2 business days, and can speak to a doctor over the phone with confidence, should results come back as positive.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
Accredited and Certified
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.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
Accredited and Certified
Description: Get Fast, Easy and Affordable testing at this location. Results come back within 2 business days and be in and out of the lab in less then 20 minutes.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Call or visit website for specific clinic schedule
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department.
You have to be a female to be treated at this clinic. Moreover, one might have to book an appointment on their website also to get treatment. It accepts both insurance plans and cash as modes of payments.
The Genesis Women’s Center is primarily an obstetrician-gynecologist center, but it also provides STD testing and treatment services to women of reproductive age. One has to book an appointment to get treated in this clinic.
800 Medical Ct E, Inverness, FL 34452, USA
You have to book an appointment to get treated in this clinic. It only accepts insurance plans as the means of payment in this clinic. STD tests are conducted for people over the age of 13 years only.
The heart of Florida Health center provides a wide range of STD tests and services at a low-cost. Patients may have to be over 13 years to be treated in this clinic. The waiting time is minimal, and they accept most insurance plans within the country.
1025 SW 1st Ave, Ocala, FL 34471, USA
Patients do not need an appointment to get treated in this clinic. However, patients may book an appointment through the facility’s website. This is free of cost clinic, and so you don't have to worry about insurance plans.
The three Angels clinic is a community organization that treats people of all faiths. All its services, whether it is HIV or STD testing and treatment, are free of charge.
2140 NE 36th Ave suite 300-1, Ocala, FL 34470, USA
You may have to book an appointment to get treated in this clinic. Moreover, walk-ins are accepted during the last hour to the lunch break or evening break. One may be tested and treated for free if they lack insurance cover and cannot pay with money or checks.
The Planned Parenthood of Gainesville provides high-quality health services to both the underprivileged and the privileged. Patients may be treated for free at this clinic if one does not have either an insurance cover or cash to pay for charges accrued.
914 NW 13th St, Gainesville, FL 32601, USA
This clinic accepts most insurance plans within the country. Moreover, you may book an appointment or come as a walk-in any day of the week during business hours. HIV testing may be offered for free for certain people.
Florida Health Department of Marion County offers comprehensive STD testing and treatment services at affordable rates. It may provide free HIV testing and counseling to people of a certain age. Most insurance plans are also accepted here.
1801 SE 32nd Ave, Ocala, FL 34470, USA
One must be a veteran of war or related to a veteran of the war to get treatment in this clinic. Moreover, patients may have to provide an insurance plan to get treatment in this clinic.
The VA clinic treats Veterans of war and their family members. It provides quality STD testing and treatment services to the Veterans living Ocala at low costs. An appointment is required for treatment in this clinic.
1515 E Silver Springs Blvd # 226, Ocala, FL 34470, USA
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