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Braselton, GA, is a town in Jackson County that offers its dwellers a rural feel, and residents tend to be conservative.
According to the county health rankings report, in 2017, 41 HIV cases were observed among persons aged 13 and older in Jackson County. However, by the end of 2020, they had increased to 51.
In 2017, the county health staff reported 185 Chlamydia incidences, which rose to 216 as of December 2019. In the same way, Primary and Secondary Syphilis cases spiked; from two in 2017 to eight in 2019.
Conversely, the number of people newly infected with Gonorrhea fell steadily from 49 in 2017 to 42 at the end of 2019.
The Jackson County Health Department distributes free condoms and lubes to prevent the spread of HIV/STD infections among county residents. It has also made HIV testing free for all persons.
Plus, it provides free, at-home HIV test kits for those who prefer discrete testing. Additionally, the PrEP program ensures that individuals at a higher risk of HIV infection get linked to the appropriate resources.
Some medical centers around Braselton, GA, offer free STD testing services. However, their hours of operation tend to be inconsistent. Another downside of these clinics is that the tests may not be comprehensive as they should be.
Residents can obtain sexual and reproductive health services at various clinics in the town, such as Planned Parenthood - Gwinnett Health Center, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Barrow, or Bethlehem Family Healthcare.
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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To Our Shores, Inc. is a community-based organization that provides culturally competent, quality, and individualized healthcare for minority and underserved populations in Gwinnett County and surrounding communities.
It aims to remove disparities or barriers in health and enhance the quality of life of people. Some of the services on site are HIV testing and primary care.
Gwinnett Clinic delivers compassionate and patient-centered care for individuals and families in Gwinnett County and the nearby communities. Its board-certified physicians use their expertise to offer primary care and specialty care.
The facility also ensures patients access diagnostic, treatment-based, and preventative services such as Hepatitis vaccinations onsite.
NGPG OB/GYN Braselton provides procedures, testing, equipment, and patient-centered care to promote the well-being and health of women in and around Braselton, GA, from adolescents to adults.
Pregnant women can access obstetrics, pregnancy care, and midwifery services onsite. Adolescents up to 24 years old can receive annual exams, pregnancy tests, STD screening, and contraceptives.
Gwinnett, Newton & Rockdale County Health Departments strive to meet the healthcare needs of residents and visitors to ensure more healthy and vibrant communities.
Clinical health services at the district office include women’s health, family planning, DNA testing, and screening for STIs and TB. Travel vaccines, lab tests, immunizations, and family planning services are also accessible at the health center.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
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: Closed 1pm-2pm for lunch
Description: Walk-in clinic 7:30am-8:30am
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
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Description: Closed 1-2 for Lunch
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department.
Description: To make STD appointments, call during business hours. There is a $25 charge for HIV/STD tests that covers: An initial appointment to perform the test, sending the test to a laboratory, and a follow-up call/appointment to discuss results and prescribe any necessary medication. Free STD testing available through mobile clinic. Call for mobile clinic location
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: Public Health Department/Social Services Department, Hepatitis A and HPV vaccines provided to those under 19 through the VFC program. Free condoms available.
Description: Closed 1pm-2pm for lunch
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Call to inquire about free HIV testing. Closed Mon.-Thurs., for lunch from 12:30pm-1pm
Description: Closed 1pm-2pm for lunch
Description: Walk-in clinic 7:30am-8:30am
Description: Community Based Organization. Offers traditional and non-traditional hours. Also offer telemedicine appointments
Description: Financial assistance available for the uninsured
Description: Closed from 1pm-2pm for lunch
Description: Closed 1pm-2pm for lunch on weekdays
The staff at the billing office assists uninsured HIV patients in insurance enrollment to make healthcare affordable. You can call to book an appointment before visiting for HIV care and prevention services. HIV testing services are available at no cost on a walk-in basis.
Low-income HIV-infected individuals who are uninsured or underinsured visiting the clinic can access ADAP, a state program that helps them get HIV medications at low or no cost.
To Our Shores, Inc. Clients with limited English proficiency can receive language translation services for better communication and health outcomes. Car services to take patients to and from medical appointments are provided upon request.
250 Langley Dr Suite 1101, Lawrenceville, GA 30046, USA
Individuals that want immunization services can either visit as walk-ins or call to request an appointment. Acceptable payment methods include insurance and online payments using Discover, Visa, and MasterCard.
Multiple wellness and physical exams, such as camp, adoption, school, college, immigration, and sports physicals, are available at Gwinnett Clinic.
The clinic also has radiological and imaging services, including X-rays, ultrasounds, nuclear scans, and mammography. It operates an in-house full-service pharmacy for patients to get the prescribed drugs and consult the pharmacist.
175 N Broad St, Winder, GA 30680, USA
The clinic is open to women of all ages. Its financial staff allows patients to pay their medical costs through the patient portal online, by phone, or by mail. They also accept insurance and expect clients to offset out-of-pocket costs such as deductibles, co-payments, and coinsurance.
Existing patients at NGPG OB/GYN Braselton can request appointments and information and communicate with care providers through MyChart. Contraceptives for preventing unwanted pregnancies are also accessible at the facility.
1404 River Pl #303, Braselton, GA 30517, USA
Clients should bring photo IDs and schedule an appointment to access STD services. Their income need to be verified to qualify for discounts on bills. Self-pay patients can use cash as well as debit or credit cards to offset medical costs. In addition, the financial staff onsite work with insurance providers to cover medical expenses.
Residents and visitors can access Congenital Syphilis prevention services at GNR County Health Departments - District Office.
The facility also operates the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program that offers participants approved foods, nutrition counseling, and breastfeeding support.
2570 Riverside Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA 30046, USA
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