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Roxboro, NC, is the county seat of Person County. During snowstorms in central North Carolina, the city experiences the most snow because of its high elevation. And this is why it’s nicknamed the “Snow Capital of the Triangle.”
HIV diagnoses in Person County climbed to 89 in 2022, an increment from the 85 cases observed in 2021. The four Primary and Secondary Syphilis instances in 2017 remained constant in 2018. But in 2019, the cases increased to six.
Gonorrhea incidences dropped from 76 in 2017 to 51 in 2018. At the end of 2019, 52 new Gonorrhea infections were reported.
Chlamydia cases oscillated in the observed period. The 245 incidents seen in 2017 reduced to 175 in 2018. However, by the year-end of 2019, they rose again to 204.
The Person County Health Department maintains community partnerships to ensure county residents have convenient access to primary care, including routine HIV/STD testing and case management services. It also facilitates low-cost services dependent on a person’s income and family size.
The city is surrounded by various health facilities that provide comprehensive sexual health programs, including Planned Parenthood - Durham Health Center, Roxboro Family Medicine & Immediate Care, and Person Memorial Hospital.
Also, many urgent care clinics in the city, such as MedAccess Urgent Care - Roxboro, can perform urinalysis and various blood tests at their labs.
If you were to visit a free STD clinic in the city, don’t be surprised to find long queues there. In addition, you should contact the staff beforehand to confirm hours because these clinics are subject to changing operating times.
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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Caare, Inc. fosters health equity to enhance the quality of life of the vulnerable population in the local community. It has experienced testing counselors who offer HIV testing and counseling services. The test results are available within 20 minutes.
UNC Hospitals Hillsborough Campus advances the health and well-being of individuals suffering from infectious diseases. The clinic has trained and experienced medical staff who specialize in treating individuals suffering from chronic and acute conditions, including HIV and Hepatitis C.
Durham County Department of Public Health works with the community to promote health, prevent illnesses, and protect the environment. It runs a breast and cervical cancer prevention program that provides clinical breast exams, medical consultation and referral, and pap tests to eligible women. The health providers at the department also perform HIV and STD screening.
FastMed Urgent Care provides compassionate, affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare services. The medical professionals offer various women's health services, including pregnancy testing, hemorrhoids, abdominal issues, uterine fibroids, and minor dermatological and skin care services.
Other services include breast-related problems, vaginal and urinary complaints, IV fluids and dehydration, abscesses and HIV, Hepatitis, and STD screening.
These location types are best for: Privacy and convenience
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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. STD services are available by appointment Mon.-Fri., 8am-11:30am and 1pm-3:30pm
Description: Need to enroll as a patient.
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. STD testing done through the Family Planning program. Free 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.
Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Low cost PrEP prescriptions provided to patients identified as being at high-risk for HIV infection. Clinic hours above
Description: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Please bring the following documents: pay stub or a letter from your employer if possible. Fees for services are based on your household income. Please bring proof of income when you arrive for your visit.
The health facility provides HIV testing services to everyone. There are no eligibility criteria to access services on-site.
Caare provides extensive substance abuse care programs, including outpatient treatment, aftercare, and a DWI program. It also offers HIV presentations during health fairs. In addition, the center offers free dental services and has a food pantry that provides emergency food assistance to eligible clients.
214 Broadway St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
The facility contracts with most insurance companies, so check with your insurance carrier to verify coverage before visiting. It improves access to health care by providing financial assistance to qualifying North Carolina residents based on their income level and family size. Patients can quickly pay their medical bills online through the patient portal.
UNC Hospitals Hillsborough Campus offers treats skin, bone, urinary tract infections, tuberculosis, and lung-related illnesses. Its medical providers also provide infectious disease care after hospitalization. In addition, they treat returning clients for conditions associated with oversea travel.
430 Waterstone Dr, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA
The center provides free HIV testing services regardless of age or gender. It offers STD services on a sliding fee scale based on income level to improve access to health care.
The health facility runs the Formerly Incarcerated transitions program, which links previously incarcerated individuals suffering from chronic illnesses with a primary care provider and re-entry plan.
It also has a dietician who offers nutritional counseling and diabetes self-management education programs. In addition, the clinic provides health education services.
414 E Main St, Durham, NC 27701, USA
The clinic accepts payments from most major insurance plans. Self-pay patients can settle their medical bills using major debit/credit cards and personal checks. They can also make payments through the phone or online. In addition, the facility gives its clients free prescription discount cards for medications.
Through FastMed Urgent Care’s patient portal, My Chart, patients can access their health records, schedule appointments, view their lab results, and pay medical bills online. In addition, the facility offers telehealth appointments, enabling clients to receive health services from the comfort of their homes.
Madison Corners Shopping Center, 910 N Madison Blvd B, Roxboro, NC 27573, USA
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