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STD rates are still rising in Florida, and health officials say that young people are meeting people on “hook-up apps” for sex, but do not understand the risks of unprotected sex. Many of them were born or came of age after the AIDS scare of the ‘80s had abated, so they didn’t see people dying of the disease.
While treatments are now available, they are expensive and most people with STDs are uninsured. And budget cuts in the public health sector mean that it’s harder to educate young people about safe sex.
In 2015, there were 7,836 people living with HIV or AIDS in Palm Beach County, with a prevalence rate of 639 per 100K people. This is just above the Florida average of 615.
In 2017, Palm Beach County had 5,888 chlamydia cases, at a rate of 417.3 per 100K people. The gonorrhea and infectious syphilis rates were 97.7 and 7.8.
The Presidential Women’s Center on Northpoint Pkwy offers HIV testing. At least one charitable clinic offers free STD testing in the area, but only for HIV. There is a Planned Parenthood in West Palm Beach. They test for STIs and treat all except HIV, and the fee is on a sliding scale. Family Medical Care on N Military Trl offers confidential STI testing and treatment.
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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AHF Healthcare Center - West Palm has been offering affordable and quality HIV testing and treatment services to HIV positive patients for more than 30 years. The clinic's infectious disease specialists provides easy access to medication, counselling, and other services required by PLWHA to live a healthy lifestyle.
Midway Specialty Care Center, West Palm Beach, Jennifer Kuretski DNP APRN is a non-profit healthcare organization that offers health care services including STD/HIV testing and treatment, behavioral health, nutritional support, and primary care. The clinic’s dedicated medical team serves patients infected with STI/HIV infections with respect and dignity.
Planned Parenthood - West Palm Beach Health Center offers comprehensive sexual and reproductive healthcare services to palm beach garden residents. The facility's medical practitioners are trained to provide STD/HIV screening and treatment, emergency contraception, and men’s healthcare as well as pregnancy and abortion referrals.
Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County offers affordable and quality health care services through various programs, including environmental health and engineering, disease prevention and control, and school health and education. The facility's medical practitioners are qualified to deliver health care services, including STD/HIV screening, family planning, maternity, and immunization services.
Helix Urgent Care is a walk-in clinic that offers affordable and quality medical care services to Palm Beach Gardens’ residents. The facility provides treatment services for illnesses such as STD/HIV, flu, asthma, and bladder infections as well as sore throats and back pains.
Jupiter Medical Center Urgent Care provides convenient walk-in care for patients with minor injuries and illnesses. The clinic offers treatment services for illnesses, including STD/HIV, bladder and ear infections, respiratory illnesses, mild fevers, and rashes. Additionally, wellness and prevention programs, including adult, sports physicals, and flu shots as well as immunization and travel vaccination services are available.
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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.
Show only locations where privacy and discretion is taken into importance.
Show only locations where privacy and discretion is taken into importance.
Description: Social Service Organization. Evenings and weekend hours available, upon request
Description: Free HIV testing to anyone ages 14 and older.
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
Description: Closed from 12:30pm-1:30pm
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. The West Palm Beach Health Center has a late clinic on Tuesday's for Sexual Health until 6pm.m
Show only locations where they offer the HIV RNA Early Detection Test for people who think they may have been recently exposed to the HIV virus.
Show only locations where they offer the HIV RNA Early Detection Test for people who think they may have been recently exposed to the HIV virus.
Description: Community Based Organization. Picture ID, proof of residency, and proof of family income required.
Description: Community Based Organization. Clients can pick up at home HIV test kits. Tests can be mailed over night or same day shipping for residents of Palm Beach County. Clients do not have to live in Palm Beach County to pick up a kit
Description: AIDS Service Organization. Saturdays by appointment only, please call office to schedule
Description: AIDS Service Organization.
Description: Also open the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 9am-3pm
Description: Social Service Organization. Patients are encouraged to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcomed but will be seen based on clinic capacity and urgency of visit type
Description: Community Based Organization. Call for HIV testing hours
It seems the “love bug” is biting harder in a new sexual world. Grinder, Growlr, Scruff, and OKCupid! has sent the city up the scale for STD cases. What do they have to do with the rise of STD cases in the area? They are social dating apps which hook up young people for free sexual encounters. Being anonymous, young people are not scared of what encounters may include. We may have thought the “free love era” was over, but the fact is, there are higher rates of gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, and HIV than ever according to the Center for Disease Control.
Dr. Alina Alonso, director of Palm Beach County’s Health Department, notes many millennials don’t care if they get HIV. They see it as a treatable chronic disease that popping some pills will help. So, the problem spreads as thousands take unhealthy and unsafe risks.
Rapid HIV testing and treatment services are available to all individuals regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, or income status. The facility accepts multiple forms of payment, including checks, cash, insurances, and debit cards.
AHF Healthcare Center - West Palm offers its services in both English and French to cater to non-English speaking clients. The clinic has an on-site pharmacy to ensure HIV positive patients can access medication and refills at an affordable cost.
1411 N Flagler Dr #9300, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, USA
New patients may fill out a medical form and arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment, and STD testing services are offered to all patients without discrimination. Both insured and self-pay patients are welcomed and uninsured patients may benefit from a discounted rate.
The health facility has an on-site pharmacy where patients can get prescriptions, common over-the-counter medication, and nutritional health services. It also offers free prescription home delivery services to the patients.
1515 N Flagler Dr #340, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, USA
New clients may fill out a patient's form to provide vital information about their medical history. All patients may access confidential STD testing and treatment services since the facility is not biased, and it accepts both insured and uninsured patients, and the latter may benefit from its sliding fee scale program.
The clinic offers comprehensive Women’s health care services, including colposcopy, cervical and breast cancer screening, and mammogram referrals as well as menopause and midlife education. Its medical staff is proficient in both English and Spanish to serve patients who may be non-English speakers.
931 Village Blvd #904, West Palm Beach, FL 33409, USA
All patients are eligible for STD testing and treatment services, regardless of their disability status or race. The facility accepts both insured and uninsured clients, and the latter may receive discounted rates.
Women visiting the clinic may receive gynecological services including breast and cervical cancer screening, pregnancy, and STD testing, and HPV vaccine as well as sexuality and relationship counseling services. Additionally, prenatal and postnatal services are available to pregnant women to ensure they live a healthy lifestyle.
1150 45th St, West Palm Beach, FL 33407, USA
Insured and uninsured clients are accepted, and the latter may benefit from the clinic's discount rates. Confidential STD testing and treatment services are available to every individual irrespective of their sexual orientation, gender, or disability status.
Helix Urgent Care is open seven days a week to ensure residents have access to medical care and can visit the clinic at a convenient time. An on-site lab is also available, which assists physicians in disease diagnosis by delivering timely and accurate results. Additionally, PrEP medication is available to patients at a high risk of contracting HIV infection.
3555 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403, USA
New clients are required to fill out a patient’s form and arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled appointment. Every patient is eligible for STD testing services regardless of their origin, gender, or ability to pay, and the clinic welcomes both self-pay and insured patients.
Patients who test positive for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis may receive antibacterial medication while those with HIV and Hepatitis are offered antiviral drugs. Drug and Alcohol screening services are offered to employers to minimize on-the-job accidents and create a safer environment for all employees.
3250 PGA Boulevard, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, USA
Age plays a huge role in STD cases, but it is not only teenagers and young adults that are getting infected. With its beautiful oceanfront, the city sees its share of young people. Females between the ages of 20–29 were reported to have syphilis more than any other age group in the state. Twenty-three percent of all new HIV diagnoses are among young people ages 13–24. Three out of every four reported STD cases in the state were in the 15–29 age range.
But it also has a lot of gated 55-plus communities with seniors who are active with Viagra. With the older generation staying more sexually active, there is a rise in and Syphilis infections there as well.
Chlamydia is most often strikes young people while syphilis affects the older generation. The problem stems from young people not caring to protect themselves or the unwise tendency to believe “it won’t happen to me.” Adults over fifty who should know better, no longer have to worry about pregnancy and may believe that STDs are the younger persons’ diseases. Unwisely, they will engage in sex without protection. This risky behavior often has dire consequences.
While HIV has fallen over the last few years, there are more cases of other sexually transmitted diseases. The rate of Syphilis in the city falls within the 5.8-18.0 rate per 100,000 in population. Fortunately, there are a wide variety of STI clinics for people to get a private HIV test or Herpes testing. Some of these diseases are treatable, and most are manageable.
Many people, young and old in the city look at HIV as simply a chronic disease that is nothing to fear. Because of that fact, sadly more promiscuity takes place. Dr. Alina Alonso, director of Palm Beach County’s Health Department added, “So they are not getting HIV, but they are getting syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia and all the other sexually transmitted diseases and they are spreading them.”
There may not be a simple answer. However, Palm Beach County and the city of Palm Beach Gardens is trying to improve STD testing, offer free STD testing or free STD clinics, and get the public informed for safer sex practices.
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