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Houghton, MI, is the largest city that attracts thousands of visitors in its Winter Carnival. STDs and HIV are not unheard of in this fun-loving town in Houghton County, as the Western Upper Peninsula Health Department (WUPHD) reports. The WUPHD serves Houghton and four other counties.
Fortunately, the number of STIs has been low. Houghton County had an HIV prevalence of 15 in 2022 at an annualized rate of 49, slightly higher than the 13 HIV infections reported in 2020 at a lower rate of 42.
Chlamydia has exhibited slight fluctuations over the years from 2018 to 2020. In 2018, incidences stood at 62, and in 2019 at 61. In 2020, case counts rose to 73. Gonorrhea is even less widespread. From 8 cases in 2018 to 4 in 2019, there were five recorded instances in 2020.
For several years, the region has been free of primary and secondary Syphilis until 2020, when one person was found positive for the disease.
WUPHD’s goal of eliminating HIV and other sexually transmitted infections includes increasing awareness through brochures and publications, condom distribution, personalized counseling after diagnosis, and partner notification.
In Houghton, MI, you can get STD services at the Aspirus Houghton Clinic and Western Upper Peninsula Health Department. Other clinics offering HIV and STI services are the UP Medical Group Express Care - Portage and Upper Great Lakes Houghton Family Health Center.
Free STD testing is available in certain facilities in the city. Sometimes the clinics can limit the number of services they offer on free clinic days. You might not receive after-test care if you are diagnosed with an STD or access doctor consultation services onsite.
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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Hancock VA Clinic provides HIV care and prevention solutions to help minimize infection rates among high-risk veterans in the Houghton, MI, area. Its clinicians offer voluntary HIV screening using saliva or blood samples, and rapid HIV tests yield results within 20 minutes. You can also access mental and behavioral health, HIV treatment, and immunization services.
Planned Parenthood - Marquette Health Center provides sexual and reproductive health services to people of Houghton, MI, and the surrounding areas. Its medical practitioners deliver HIV/STD testing, prevention, and treatment. They conduct tests using finger prick blood samples to conduct HIV tests, and results come out within 10 to 40 minutes. You can also receive women’s and men’s health care services.
Western Upper Peninsula Health Department is a multi-county special governmental unit that was formed in 1936 to serve five counties. It focuses on leading the community toward better health through education, advocacy, and disease prevention programs. HIV/STD testing and treatment are available upon request. The sexual and reproductive health specialists also offer pregnancy testing, immunization, and birth control services.
UP Medical Group - Portage | Express Care Houghton delivers emergency care solutions to individuals with minor medical conditions. Its clinicians offer treatments for ear pain, eye pressure, headache, minor burns, and seasonal allergies. You can also access vaccination, pregnancy screening, and STI testing at the facility.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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: Community Based Organization. Must be Native American.
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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.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Hepatitis testing available for high risk populations.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Hepatitis testing for high risk populations.
HIV services are available at a low cost, and the clinicians accept insurance plans as well as self-pay options such as cash, checks, and credit or debit cards. Also, services are available on an appointment basis.
Hancock VA Clinic has a patient portal for seamless appointment scheduling, prescription refilling, and viewing lab test results. It features an on-site pharmacy with skilled professionals that’ll help you manage your prescriptions. Patients can attend their doctor visits remotely via the VA telehealth system.
787 Market St UNIT 9, Hancock, MI 49930, USA
STD Services are fee-based, and the clinic takes health insurance payments. The clinic also offers multiple self-pay options, including major credit/debit cards, major credit/debit cards, cash, checks, , money orders, and Apple Pay. Payment is expected at the time of service. However, you’ll still receive care regardless of your ability to pay. If you encounter any problems with insurance enrollment, the billing team can offer assistance. Also, services are on an appointment booking basis.
Planned Parenthood - Marquette Health Center offers telephone interpretation services to individuals with language barriers. You can schedule your appointment via the website 24/7. The staff may provide financial assistance if you can't pay part or all your medical bills.
1219 N 3rd St, Marquette, MI 49855, USA
The infection specialist will offer a discounted fee for HIV/STD testing services based on income and family size. The billing team accepts most public and private forms of insurance and does not deny services due to inability to pay or income status. All are eligible for testing regardless of their age. You don’t need parental/guardian consent to access care if you’re under 18 years. The billing team expects you to pay at the time of service.
Western Upper Peninsula Health Department offers STD services through the
Family Planning Program. You can make debit and credit card payments remotely using the GovPayNet platform. The facility partners with the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services to offer free mail-order delivered condoms to Michigans.
540 Depot St, Hancock, MI 49930, USA
You can contact the clinic’s patient advocate to get a price estimate for STD screening. Check with your health care plan provider before booking your appointment. You may pay by check, cash, money order, or credit card if you're a self-pay patient.
UP Medical Group - Portage | Express Care Houghton offers telehealth appointments to individuals who can't visit the center in person. You can access services any day of the week, including holidays. You can use the patient portal to access your medical information online at no charge.
921 W Sharon Ave, Houghton, MI 49931, USA
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