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Sunset Hills, MO, is a suburb city in South St. Louis County. Social activities among the county residents have had a fluctuating impact on STD prevalence. For instance, new HIV infections in 2020 were 2279, happening at a prevalence rate of 271.0 in every 100,000 individuals. The number rose to 2467 infections rated at 297.0 in 2021, and 2703 incidents rated at 322 in 2022.
The number of newly diagnosed Chlamydia cases increased slightly to 6186 in 2021 from 6155 in 2020. By the end of 2022, the incidents reduced sharply to 5376.
The number of residents infected with Gonorrhea between 2020 and 2022 took a downward trend. Gonorrhea-positive cases dropped to 3253 in 2021 from 3434 in 2020. The number further fell to 2637 in 2022.
On the other hand, new Syphilis diagnoses fluctuated in the same period. In 2020, the new cases were 265, and this showed an upward surge to 492 infections in 2021. The number declined to 425 occurrences in 2022.
St. Louis County Public Health Department helps reduce the rise of sexual health issues, including STDs, by funding its sexual health clinic to provide needed prevention and care solutions to residents.
The clinic distributes free sex supplies such as condoms, dental dams, lube, and internal condoms. County residents can also access diagnostic and treatment services for STIs.
You can contact The SPOT Youth Center, Thrive St. Louis Express Women's Health Center, or Community Wellness Project for HIV/STD testing.
Some medical centers provide free STD testing, but you may have to pay for doctor consultations. Also, free services may depend on welfare and income eligibility.
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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SAFE: Rustin's Place is a community-based public health agency addressing the health concerns and disparities of minority communities in Sunset Hills, MO, and the nearby places since 2002.
It fights to promote health equity through providing health education, wellness, prevention, and treatment interventions for marginalized African Americans.
The community health center delivers multiple services, including HIV/STI prevention, mental health services, health assessments, and wellness screening.
The SPOT Youth Center increases access to healthcare for underserved youths in and around Sunset Hills, MO, disproportionately affected by HIV, poverty, discrimination, and trauma.
It works with communities to protect and enhance physical and emotional health in communities by dismantling institutional injustices, racism, aggression, and disrespect that are barriers to quality medical care.
Services at the clinic include medical care, mental health care, case management, HIV and STD testing, and drop-in.
St Louis Women's Healthcare Group caters to the medical needs of patients in Sunset Hills, MO, and the surrounding areas. Its services include pregnancy, chiropractic and acupuncture, MedSpa, infertility, vaginal rejuvenation, and hormone replacement therapy.
Women can also find therapeutic botox, bone health, ultrasound, mammography, and gynecological services such as STD prevention at the facility.
South County Health Center strives to provide a public health safety net that comprises preventive and primary care to improve the health of individuals, families, and communities in and around St. Louis and Sunset Hills, MO.
Its public health services include adult medical services, health education classes, HIV testing, travel immunizations, nutrition counseling, home visits by public health nurses, and pediatric services.
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: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. On the 1st Friday of each month, the Health Center will not open until 12:30pm to accommodate staff training
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Description: Social Service Organization. Closed every 4th Wednesday. Only open every 4th Saturday of each month
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Free male and female condoms available.
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.
HIV prevention and care services are free and accessible to African Americans in St. Louis County. The staff only allows clients with appointments to access care. To receive Ryan White case management services, patients should have an income below 300 percent of the Federal Poverty Level.
SAFE: Rustin's place has an HIV Risk Reduction program that provides several HIV risk reduction methods, including behavioral interventions, condoms, health education, and STD screening to help HIV negatives maintain their health status.
It also operates a Village App STL that allows patients to access HIV /STI health and prevention resources and information.
3533 Dunn Rd Suite 228, Florissant, MO 63033, USA
Patients without insurance can access the PrEP clinic for resources or financial aid to make medical costs affordable. The health facility is open for all youths 13 to 24 year-olds on a walk-in and appointment basis.
The SPOT Youth Center has case managers that link youths to education and job training, LGBTQ+ services, health insurance, medical and support services, and food, clothing, and hygiene resources. Patients can access personal medical records and information, communicate with primary care providers, and request prescription refills through the Patient Portal.
4169 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
Patients can access in-person and virtual healthcare services with scheduled appointments. They can settle their bills by making online payments.
St Louis Women's Healthcare Group offers an FDA-approved digital colposcopy known as Dysis computer-aided cervical mapping that helps in the early detection of cervical cancer.
Healthcare providers use telemedicine platforms to share lab results, medication changes, pregnancy planning, contraceptive options, and to have infertility consultations with clients.
They have qualified and experienced urologists that perform vasectomies for men as a family planning procedure that prevents unwanted pregnancies.
16216 Baxter Rd Suite 100, Chesterfield, MO 63017, USA
The clinic welcomes anyone seeking medical services regardless of their ability to pay. Its staff accepts numerous major insurance providers to offset medical bills. Uninsured Saint Louis County residents can qualify for a sliding fee scale that makes healthcare affordable and accessible. To access medical care at the facility, you should book an appointment.
South County Health Center offers childhood immunizations to protect kids from vaccine-preventable diseases.
It runs a WIC Nutrition Program that renders nutritional education, food pantries, and breastfeeding support for eligible women, infants, and children under five years. Women visiting the clinic can get obstetrics, gynecology, family planning, and pregnancy testing services.
4580 S Lindbergh Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63127, USA
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