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Palm Harbor, located in Pinellas County has seen an increase in HIV cases. An estimated 4,594 people are living with HIV in Pinellas County. In 2016, it was estimated that 174 people were newly infected.
As of June 2016, there were 7,275 cases of HIV/AIDs with 68.2 HIV-positive African Americans per 100,000 residents, while whites were counted at an 11.7 rate.
Pinellas County health officials are offering free condoms and education to help curb and lower the rates of new cases.
“Florida continues to rank at or near the top nationally for HIV diagnoses, with Pinellas and Hillsborough counties among the regions that are considered hotbeds of activity. And local health officials say they are seeing more cases among people in their early teens to early 20s.”
There are several options for free and paid services in Pinellas County that serves Palm Harbor such as Florida Department of Health’s STD Clinic in Pinellas County, Urgent Care located on US Highway 19 North in Pinellas Park and Metro Wellness and Community Centers – St. Petersburg Office on 3rd Ave N Ste 125, St. Petersburg.
Empath Partners in Care located on 3050 1st Ave South in St. Petersburg offers rapid HIV testing and Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida
St Petersburg Health Center also offers testing.
Many of these clinics offer STD testing services at a sliding scale fee, dependent on income and need or welfare eligibility, and at times may be able to offer free STD testing. However, your test results may not be available immediately.
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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AIDS Health Care Foundation is a global organization that was founded to support and advocate for the rights of People Living With HIV/AIDS. It also offers free HIV testing and counseling to members of the community. It allows for both walk-ins and appointments.
Tampa Family Health Center provides a wide spectrum of health services to the people of Tampa and the entire Pinellas County. It provides family medicine, specialized pediatric services, HIV testing, and counseling as well as STD testing and treatment.
Bread and Roses Woman Health Center offers specialized health care services to women within Clearwater and the entire Pinellas County. Some of these specialized services include pregnancy testing and care, birth control and family planning programs, breast, and cervical disease programs among others. It also offers STD testing and treatment.
The Waters Avenue Clinic is run by Tampa Family Group of Health Centers. It operates in Tampa within Pinellas County which is not far from Palm Harbour. It offers a wide spectrum of health services, including STD testing and treatment.
Florida Institute of Community Studies Inc. offers HIV testing and counseling for free to the people of Pinellas County. At this center, there is no waiting because it is a walk-in clinic. Whether you come in the morning or evening, you may get served promptly by the highly trained STD specialist.
Tarpons Springs health department is run by Pinellas County Public Health Ministry. It offers various public health services, including vaccinations, eradication of both airborne and waterborne diseases by providing safe social services. It also provides STD testing and treatment.
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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.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Free condoms available. Please note that some programs have specific hours of operation other than general business hours
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
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Description: Community Based Organization. See website for special extended hours
Description: Community Based Organization.
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: 2nd and 4th Thurs., 8am-7pm
Description: Must be HIV positve for case management services. Once month a Nurse Practitioner offers Behavioral Intervention Services. Metro provides free HIV testing an its other locations, call 813-232-3808. Every 1st, 3rd and 5th Wednesday of the month open 8:30am-7pm
Description: AIDS Service Organization.
Description: Community Based Organization.
Description: Free condoms available.
Description: Free condoms available.
This organization accepts both appointments and walk-ins. It may accept any payment as a donation to their cause. They offer free HIV testing to members of the community.
The AHF organization provides social services to the PLWHA, including education, health, and advocacy services. They also provide reproductive health education as well as HIV Prevention education to reduce the number of new infections per year in America.
3135 FL-580 #1, Safety Harbor, FL 34695, USA
You might have to schedule an appointment to get treated at this clinic unless it is an emergency. You may book an appointment by calling the center before visiting. They may offer free STD testing during certain times of the year. They also accept most insurance plans from around the country, including Medicaid.
Tampa Health center is a federally qualified health center that provides offers a wide range of health services to the people of Pinellas County. You may get STD tested for free during certain times of the year.
7814 N Dale Mabry Hwy, Tampa, FL 33614, USA
This clinic only treats women. It also restricts its services to appointments only. Moreover, STD tests may be conducted for free during certain times of the year.
Bread and Roses Clinic is a women-only health center that provides a wide range of health services that are unique to women. It is both a walk-in and an appointment clinic. It accepts most insurance plans from the country including Medicaid.
1560 S Highland Ave, Clearwater, FL 33756, USA
You might require to book an appointment to be treated in this clinic. This clinic accepts most insurance plans within the country and may offer free treatment during certain times of the year, such as the STD awareness weeks.
The Waters Avenue Clinic falls under the Tampa group of Health Centers. It is located in Tampa which is just under ten Miles from Palm Harbour. You may be treated for free only during the STD Campaign week.
8213 W Waters Ave, Tampa, FL 33615, USA
You might not have to schedule an appointment to get STD tested at this health center. You might walk in to receive testing services. Moreover, the services are free throughout the year, but they may accept any form of donations that you have to help with their cause.
The Florida Institute of community studies offers free HIV testing and counseling to help reduce the rate of HIV infections and reinfections within the State. It may allow for walk-ins and accepts donations.
7510 Soccer Ave, Tampa, FL 33634, USA
This center accepts both walk-ins and scheduling of appointments. Moreover, it may offer free STD testing during certain times of the year, especially when having an STD awareness week. It also accepts insurance plans as its main mode of payment.
Tarpon Springs public Health department offers a wide range of Health services to the people of Pinellas County. You may access the STD testing services for free during certain times of the year. However, this center only accepts insurance plans as the mode of payment.
301 S Disston Ave, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689, USA
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