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Free STD Testing in the State of Massachusetts

There Are 92 Public Clinics & 46 Private STD Clinics Near You

If you're looking for cheap std testing clinics in the State of Massachusetts to get a HIV, Herpes, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis or Hepatitis screening for yourself or your partner, you can get tested today by selecting an option below to find an affordable std test clinic near you.
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Free STD Testing in the State of Massachusetts

There Are 92 Public Clinics & 46 Private STD Clinics Near You

If you're looking for cheap std testing clinics in the State of Massachusetts to get a HIV, Herpes, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis or Hepatitis screening for yourself or your partner, you can get tested today by selecting an option below to find an affordable std test clinic near you.

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What are the STI test options in Massachusetts?

Since 1773, when Massachusetts became a leader in resisting British oppression, the state has had great historical importance. Tourism plays a key role in the economy and the recreational areas of Cape Cod, Provincetown, and the Berkshires keep the region thriving. The Bay state is well known for its old money families and New York commuters like Jay Leno, Ben Affleck and James Taylor (who can occasionally be found singing at the White Heart in Springfield). Interesting fact- even if Obamacare is repealed, Massachusetts will still have universal health-care- it’s state law since 2006. Take advantage of this by getting regular STD testing.

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Quest Diagnostics

Preferred 20 Hope Ave Waltham, MA 02453 1-800-666-1250
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: Closed
  • 7.33 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Syphilis Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Test,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • HIV Early Detection,
  • Trichomoniasis Test,
  • HIV Test

These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience

Accredited and Certified Meets high standards of accuracy and timeliness of results.

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.

  • Result: 1-2 business days
  • 15 min test
  • Book Online
  • Doctor Prescription (if needed)

Labcorp At Walgreens

Preferred 653 Worcester Road Framingham, MA 01701 1-800-666-1250
  • Hours
    • Monday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: Closed
  • 7.78 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Syphilis Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Test,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • HIV Early Detection,
  • Trichomoniasis Test,
  • HIV Test

These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience

Accredited and Certified Meets high standards of accuracy and timeliness of results.

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.

  • Result: 1-2 business days
  • 15 min test
  • Book Online
  • Doctor Prescription (if needed)

Quest Diagnostics

Preferred 61 Lincoln St Framingham, MA 01702 1-800-666-1250
  • Hours
    • Monday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Thursday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Friday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: Closed
  • 8.76 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Syphilis Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Test,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • HIV Early Detection,
  • Trichomoniasis Test,
  • HIV Test

These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience

Accredited and Certified Meets high standards of accuracy and timeliness of results.

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.

  • Result: 1-2 business days
  • 15 min test
  • Book Online
  • Doctor Prescription (if needed)

Quest Diagnostics

Preferred 22 Mill Street, Suite 107 Arlington, MA 02476 1-800-666-1250
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: Closed
  • 11.48 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Syphilis Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Test,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • HIV Early Detection,
  • Trichomoniasis Test,
  • HIV Test

These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience

Accredited and Certified Meets high standards of accuracy and timeliness of results.

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.

  • Result: 1-2 business days
  • 15 min test
  • Book Online
  • Doctor Prescription (if needed)

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AFC Urgent Care

945 Worcester St Natick, MA 01760 · Natick 508-650-6208
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Tuesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Wednesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Thursday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Friday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Saturday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    • Sunday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • 7.48 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Medicare Accepted,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Description: Walk-in clinic, no need of referrals. It offers affordable co-pays and other affordable rates for services. Please call for information.

Charles River Community Health (Waltham Clinic)

43 Foundry Ave Waltham, MA 02453 · Bleachery 781-693-3800
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:30am-7:00pm
    • Tuesday: 8:30am-7:00pm
    • Wednesday: 8:30am-5:00pm
    • Thursday: 8:30am-7:00pm
    • Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm
    • Saturday: 8:30am-1:00pm
  • 8.72 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • HPV Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Medicare Accepted,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Description: Need to register as a patient.

Justice Resource Institute (Program RISE)

1 Grant St Ste 100 Framingham, MA 01702 · Framingham 508-935-2960
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:30am-3:30pm
    • Tuesday: 8:30am-6:30pm
    • Wednesday: 8:30am-6:30pm
    • Thursday: 8:30am-6:30pm
    • Friday: 8:30am-3:30pm
  • 8.99 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test,
  • HIV Self-Testing
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • PrEP for uninsured,
  • No Fee,
  • Free STD Testing,
  • Free HIV Testing,
  • Free HIV Self-Testing,
  • Free Hepatitis C Testing,
  • Free Hepatitis B Testing

Description: Community Based Organization, Provides services to LGBTQI Community, IDU's and Immigrants and Refugees. Institute does not turn anyone away. Spanish, Portuguese and English language translation available. PrEP enrollment, PrEP Navigation, and support.

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Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (Farmingham)

24 Union Ave Stes 8 and 10 Framingham, MA 01702 · Framingham 508-872-2652
  • Hours
    • Monday: 1:00pm-5:00pm
    • Tuesday: 1:00pm-5:00pm
    • Wednesday: 1:00pm-5:00pm
    • Thursday: 1:00pm-6:00pm
    • Friday: 1:00pm-5:00pm
  • 9.03 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Donations Accepted,
  • No Fee,
  • Free STD Testing,
  • Free HIV Testing,
  • Free Hepatitis C Testing

Description: Community Based Organization.

Edward M Kennedy Community Health Center (Framingham Health Center)

354 Waverly St Framingham, MA 01702 · Framingham 508-370-0113
  • Hours
    • Monday: 7:30am-4:45pm
    • Tuesday: 7:30am-4:45pm
    • Wednesday: 7:30am-4:45pm
    • Thursday: 7:30am-4:45pm
    • Friday: 7:30am-4:45pm
  • 9.15 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (Metro West Health Center)

91 Main St Ste 103 Marlborough, MA 01752 · Marlborough 508-970-1100
  • Hours
    • Tuesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    • Wednesday: 10:00am-7:00pm
  • 9.32 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • HPV Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • PrEP for uninsured,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Description: Social Service Organization. Some charges associated with your services may be covered by your insurance or a state-funded program. If you want to use your insurance, please be sure to bring in your insurance information at the time of your visit. We also provide services for people without insurance. You may be eligible for our sliding scale fee based on income. If you have any questions about billing or eligibility, please call our main number: 1-800-258-4448.

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AFC Urgent Care

38 Boston Post Rd W Marlborough, MA 01752 · Marlborough 508-658-0764
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Tuesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Wednesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Thursday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Friday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Saturday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    • Sunday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • 11.21 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • HPV Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Medicare Accepted,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Description: Walk-in clinic, no need of referrals. It offers affordable co-pays and other affordable rates for services. Please call for information.

AFC Urgent Care (Watertown Urgent Care and Walk in Clinic)

376 Arsenal St Watertown, MA 02472 · Watertown 617-923-2273
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Tuesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Wednesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Thursday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Friday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Saturday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    • Sunday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • 11.48 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • HPV Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Medicare Accepted,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Description: Walk-in clinic, no need of referrals. It offers affordable co-pays and other affordable rates for services. Please call for information.

Charles River Community Health (Allston-Brighton Clinic)

495 Western Ave Brighton, MA 02135 · Brighton 617-783-0500
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:30am-7:00pm
    • Tuesday: 8:30am-7:00pm
    • Wednesday: 8:30am-5:00pm
    • Thursday: 8:30am-7:00pm
    • Friday: 8:30am-5:00pm
    • Saturday: 8:30am-1:00pm
  • 12.56 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Test,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Medicare Accepted,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Description: Need to register as a patient.

Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers (Brighton Office)

697 Cambridge St Ste 203 Brighton, MA 02135 · Brighton 617-787-0557
  • Hours
    • Monday: 0:00am-5:00pm
    • Tuesday: 0:00am-5:00pm
    • Wednesday: 0:00am-5:00pm
    • Thursday: 0:00am-5:00pm
    • Friday: 0:00am-5:00pm
  • 12.67 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Donations Accepted,
  • No Fee,
  • Free STD Testing,
  • Free HIV Testing,
  • Free Hepatitis C Testing

Description: Community Based Organization. Walk-ins accepted

Cambridge Health Alliance (Cambridge Family Health North)

2067 Massachusetts Ave Cambridge, MA 02140 · Inman Square 617-575-5570
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Tuesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Wednesday: 8:00am-5:00pm
    • Thursday: 8:00am-6:00pm
    • Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • 13.29 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • HPV Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Medicare Accepted,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Description: Closed Wed., 12noon-3pm

AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts (Youth on Fire)

1 Church St Cambridge, MA 02138 · Harvard Square 617-661-2508
  • Hours
    • Monday: 11:00am-5:45pm
    • Tuesday: 11:00am-5:45pm
    • Wednesday: 11:00am-5:45pm
    • Friday: 11:00am-5:45pm
  • 13.62 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • No Fee,
  • Free HIV Testing

Description: AIDS Service Organization. Serves homeless and street involved youth ages 14-24 during drop-in hours. Thurs. by appointment only

Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts (At-home STI Testing Services)

1055 Commonwealth Ave Boston, MA 02215 · Colchester Village 800-258-4448
  • Hours
    • Please check with the clinic for the latest hours and availability.
  • 13.77 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted,
  • Free STD Self-Testing

Description: Social Service Organization. Book a telehealth appointment to place an order for the STD testing kit. During the COVID-19 pandemic PPLM is covering the cost of supplies and shipping for patients

Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA Somerville Campus)

33 Tower St Somerville, MA 02143 · Powder House Square 617-591-4500
  • Hours
    • Please check with the clinic for the latest hours and availability.
  • 13.96 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • HPV Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Cambridge Health Alliance (Union Square Family Health)

26 Central St Somerville, MA 02143 · Spring Hill 617-665-3370
  • Hours
    • Monday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Tuesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Wednesday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Thursday: 8:00am-8:00pm
    • Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm
  • 14.18 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis C Test,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Medicare Accepted,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted

Cambridge Health Alliance (Zinberg Clinic)

1493 Cambridge St 2nd Fl Cambridge, MA 02139 · Mid-Cambridge 617-665-1606
  • Hours
    • Please check with the clinic for the latest hours and availability.
  • 14.37 mile
  • Tests available:
  • Chlamydia Test,
  • Conventional HIV Test,
  • Gonorrhea Test,
  • HPV Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis A Vaccine,
  • Hepatitis B Vaccine,
  • Herpes Test,
  • Rapid HIV Test,
  • Syphilis Test
  • Fee Information:
  • Low Cost,
  • Medicaid Accepted,
  • Sliding Scale,
  • Fee Based,
  • Insurance Accepted
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STD STATISTICS

STD Statistics for the State of Massachusetts

6,745,408

Population

27,079

STD Cases

401.4

STD Rate per 100,000 people

STD Breakdown

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Statistics reported is based on publicly available data sources such as CDC for , MA. Data is normalized to accurately report STD Breakdown.
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Additional STD Test Statistics in Massachusetts

Primary and secondary syphilis remain a health problem primarily among men who have sex with men. A small percentage of infections come from congenital transmission from infected mothers to their unborn children-only 8 cases were reported from congenital transmission statewide in 2015. The syphilis rate is 3.6 per 100,000 making Massachusetts 14th of 50 states.

 

Hepatitis A has hit the lowest recorded rates due to very effective vaccination program. Between 2009 and 2013:

  • Hepatitis A has decreased by 45%
  • Hepatitis B increased by 267%
  • Hepatitis C increased by 1200%

The rates of Hep B & C are high in comparison to the national statistics.

Mass. ranked 14th out of 50 states in the number of HIV diagnosis in 2013 with an estimated 992 diagnosed in a year. HIV transmission occurs most frequently in men who have sex with men followed by heterosexual transmission and then transmission through IV drug use.

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STD Testing and Sexual Health Education in Massachusetts

Public schools in the state need to pick a curriculum that adheres to the state standards ensuring that abstinence- only education, which is not an effective way of reducing unintended pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases, is no longer the only thing being taught. Instead curriculum will also discuss contraception, safe sexual activity, relationship forming skills, and sexual abuse.

Local parents argued the parts of the curriculum did not feel age-appropriate to them, however they have been given the option to have their children opt-out of these classes. Given that STD rates are higher in the younger population it makes sense that this new way of educating our youth should help to decrease these numbers. It is the hopes of educators and health-care professionals that by having sexual health as part of the ongoing curriculum, the open discussion of sex will normalize it, taking stigma out of visiting a clinic for contraception or testing.

This can certainly play a role in keeping people from being tested in small communities like the ones that dot the state. Education is our best weapon in removing the stigma from sexual health-care.

In 2013, 64% of chlamydia cases and 43% of gonorrhea cases were reported in adolescents and young adults (ages 15-24). From 2010 to 2012, HIV infection diagnoses among adolescents and young adults: white (non-Hispanic) (34%) black(non-Hispanic) (33%) Hispanic/Latino (27%), and other (5%). Statistics prove that compared to adults, sexually active adolescents run a higher risk for acquiring sexually transmitted infections because of a combination of behavioral, biological, and cultural factors.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases and Demographics in Massachusetts

The state has a total population of 6.5 million people.

  • 80% are white.
  • 9% are Hispanic.
  • 6% are black.
  • 5% are Asian.
  • 6% is a combination of other races or two or more races combined.

The average age is 38 years old for men and 40 for women. The sexually-transmitted disease surveillance report  showed higher rates reported of STDs among some racial or ethnic minority groups when compared to their white counterparts. Racial and ethnic markers go hand-in-hand with other determinants of health status such as poverty, unemployment, and low education.

In Massachusetts populations of color represent only 25% and yet to these communities bear a disproportionate number of STDs.

  • 46% of syphilis.
  • 61% of gonorrhea.
  • 59% of chlamydia.

The poverty rates among Boston’s native born (21%) and foreign born (23.3%) and elderly (21%). Health providers know that disease spreads more rapidly in conditions of poverty and local outreach targets those populations as well as other at-risk populations like those with addiction or mental illness.

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Better Sexual Health in Massachusetts

With recent changes to both our health-care system and the way that people here are thinking about educating our youth around sexual health, take charge of your own sexual health.

Ignore the myths that can keep you from getting tested:

  • My physician will tell me if I need to be tested.
  • I don’t need to be tested if I don’t have any symptoms.
  • I am monogamous.
  • I always use condoms.
  • Only promiscuous people get STDs.
  • I can’t have an STD- I’ve only had one partner.

Remember, having sex with someone is like sleeping with every partner they have ever had- it’s better to error on the side of caution!

 

STD Testing

Affordable Same Day STD Testing in the State of Massachusetts with Results in 1-2 Days

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Select and order your STD tests using the secure, online checkout, or by phone. If you're not sure what tests you need, dedicated certified care advisors can help. Call 1-800-666-1250
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Your certified care advisors will provide the lab order. you simply visit any one of the 4000+ participating labs at a time that's best for you. There's no appointment needed. It only takes one blood and/or urine sample and 15-30 minutes of your time.
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Results are usually available in 2 business days or less† in your secure, online account. If treatment is needed, one of the onsite doctors will speak with you over the phone and prescribe medication if medically appropriate.
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