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Southwest Ranches is a suburban community in the Miami metropolitan area and a town in Broward County, Florida. Public health records indicated fluctuating incident rates between 2020 and 2021.
For instance, HIV incidents hiked from 457 new cases rated at 23.5 in 2020 to 652 positive cases, prevailing at 33.5 per 100,000 people in 2021.
County officials reported 2,135 new Syphilis cases in 2020, at a prevalence rate of 109.7. The number significantly increased to 2,809 cases at a 144.3 rate per 100,000 population the following year.
The surveillance department noted a slight increase in Chlamydia infections from 10,082 in 2020 to 10,136 in 2021. Prevalence rates for the years were 518.1 and 520.7, respectively.
Gonorrhea’s infection rates upsurged from 230.3 per 100,000 respondents in 2020 to 256.6 in every 100,000 individuals in 2021. The first year of reference had 4,482 new infections while 2021 recorded 4,996 new diagnoses.
Florida Department of Health in Broward County has a Communicable Disease Program that entails disease reporting, investigation and control, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment for HIV/STDs to help minimize infection rates in Broward County.
The county ensures PLWHA remain in care to suppress their viral loads by offering them medication assistance through the AIDS Drugs Assistance Program.
CAN Community Health- Miami Gardens, AHF Wellness Center - North Miami Beach, Alive and Well Community Partners, and Latinos Salud - Wilton Manors are some clinics you may visit for HIV/STD services.
Although select facilities provide free STD testing, you may experience challenges at such clinics, including delayed test results and costs might not be upfront.
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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For over 30 years, CAN Community Health - South Beach has overseen the health and wellness of underserved communities and people living with HIV. The clinic offers medical, dental, and mental health care services to all persons regardless of their insurance or financial status.
Since MSMs are among the high-risk populations, the clinic encourages them to visit the clinic for HIV/STD screening.
Alive and Well Community Partners offers a safe and non-discriminatory environment for all clients seeking medical care. The community-based clinic improves the health outcomes among the residents through sensitization of STDs and lifestyle diseases.
If you have sexual contact and notice symptoms of STDs, you can talk to a health professional to get screened at the clinic. Your HIV results are available within five minutes.
AHF Wellness Center - North Miami Beach is an affiliate clinic of AHF centers with knowledgeable staff that provide you with quality care and answer any questions you might have. The best way to know your health status is to give blood or urine samples for HIV and STD screenings, respectively.
Usually, appointments may last 30 minutes, but they may take longer or less during busy periods. The STD results come back after three or seven days after testing.
Community Health of South Florida, Inc. - West Perrine Health Center promotes, protects, and improves the lives of Florida residents by providing quality and affordable medical care. Since the in-house lab tests are limited, medical practitioners collect, prepare and send out your specimens for comprehensive HIV/STD screenings.
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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: Social Service Organization. Patients are encouraged to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcomed but will be seen based on clinic capacity and urgency of visit type
Description: Community Based Organization. Open by appointment only due to Covid-19
Show only locations where you can easily book your test online.
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Description: Hospital.
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: closed at 12noon-1pm
Description: Results for Rapid HIV Tests are given to the patient within 15 minutes. You can walk-in or make an appointment
Description: Community Based Organization. This location provides PrEP to the uninsured and insured clients and also provides access to PrEP services.
Description: Community Based Organization. You will need to provide a photo ID, proof that you reside in Miami-Dade County, and proof of income and family size.
Case managers assist in determining PLWHA eligibility for state and federal programs. Make a reservation before visiting.
If you have no means of transportation to attend appointments, you can contact the staff for assistance. You may be served in English, Spanish, and Creole. Therapeutic services are available for individuals, couples, and organizations. Telehealth appointments are highly encouraged.
427 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139, USA
The case managers on staff assist the newly diagnosed HIV-positive persons who can't afford medications to apply for the Ryan White programs. The clinic serves clients exclusively by appointment.
The outreach staff has a do-it-yourself campaign that encourages clients who can't visit the clinic physically for tests to order home test kits. Apart from offering services in English, the clinic can also provide interpretation for persons speaking Hindi, Creole, Russian, and Spanish languages.
18425 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33169, USA
Whether you are insured or not, you qualify for free medical services at the clinic. Although walk-ins are allowed, you can discuss with the medic to know the time the clinic opens.
AHF Wellness Center - North Miami Beach has mobile clinics fully equipped to offer convenient and fast HIV testing. Medical professionals distribute free condoms upon request.
100 NW 170th St Ste 208, North Miami Beach, FL 33169, USA
Appointments and walk-ins are accepted. If you are 13 years or older and reside in Miami-Dade County, you can access services on location. Although the cost for services is charged, individuals unable to make payments may qualify for sliding scale discounts.
The Take Control initiative aims to bring free HIV testing close to the clients' doors using mobile health clinics. It partners with agencies that can disseminate condoms in the communities.
18255 Homestead Ave, Miami, FL 33157, USA
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