Preferred Location: 233 Edelweiss Dr Bozeman,MT 59718 Bozeman Change location
Preferred Location: 233 Edelweiss Dr Bozeman,MT 59718 Bozeman Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 233 Edelweiss Dr Bozeman,MT 59718 Bozeman Change Location
Montana health officials are concerned about the rise in STD rates over the past decade, especially gonorrhea and syphilis, the former of which was at a historic low in 2009 and the latter of which was thought to be nearly eradicated.
Gonorrhea, in particular, poses a public health threat because it is becoming resistant to the only medicine we have left to treat it. So now the emphasis must be on prevention over treatment. Syphilis is treatable, but it can lead to serious, irreversible problems if not caught early. All sexually active people must get tested regularly.
In 2016, the rate of gonorrhea in Gallatin County was 31.8 per 100K people, well under Montana’s rate of 83.9. The chlamydia and (primary and secondary) syphilis rates were 518.2 and 4.
In 2015, Gallatin County’s HIV prevalence rate was 54 per 100K people.
While PrEP and PEP are available to reduce the risk of spreading HIV, those taking those medications should not let down their guard and stop using protection. Other STIs such as syphilis can still be passed on.
There are only a few STD-testing clinics in Bozeman, but you should be able to find help, including free STD testing for teens and a charitable clinic that provides free testing for HIV only. Bridgercare on 14th Ave offers STI testing and treatment on a sliding fee scale (bring proof of your income).
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 CDC2 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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Aids Outreach is a non-profit community-based organization that is dedicated to empowering communities and individuals affected by HIV through prevention, testing, education, and support programs. The facility is also committed to reduce the spread of HIV and eliminate the stigma and shame associated with the disease.
Bridgercare is a non-profit multi-specialty clinic that provides affordable sexual and reproductive healthcare in a safe, empowering, and supportive environment. The facility offers STD testing and treatment, birth control, and pregnancy care as well as genetic counseling and cancer screening services.
Planned Parenthood - Helena Health Center is a leading reproductive health provider, and it delivers reproductive healthcare services to Bozeman residents. It works to achieve universal access to sexual and reproductive healthcare services, and its certified physicians offer confidential STD testing and treatment services in a non-judgmental environment.
Gallatin County Health Department is dedicated to protecting and promoting the health of the county residents through its dedicated medical staff. The health department offers STD/HIV testing and treatment services and empowers people through health education to make healthy choices.
Zip Clinic Urgent Care offers quality and affordable medical services to all patients in a convenient and comfortable health setting. Patients with life-threatening illnesses or injuries are referred to specialists for further diagnosis and treatment. The medical staff is also trained and qualified to offer treatment services for STD, lacerations, pneumonia, and colds, as well as hemorrhoids and minor ear infections.
b2 Urgent Care serves the underinsured and low-income patients living in Bozeman, Montana, with convenient healthcare services. The facility promotes the well-being of its residents through educational campaigns, advocacy, and outreach services. The clinic's team of nurse practitioners and physicians treats STDs, rashes, minor lacerations, and fractures as well as asthma and colds.
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Description: Community Based Organization. Please bring proof of income to assess sliding fee scale eligibility. Teen Clinic is every Mon., 3pm-5pm
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Description: AIDS Service Organization. Testing open to the General Public. Serves the Gallatin, Madison and Park Counties. Walk-in testing hours subject to change. Please call or visit website for up-to-date schedule
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Description: Access to services at the Leo Pocha Memorial Clinic is not limited to Native American clients. For non-native clients, a sliding fee scale is used to determine fee for services received at the Helena Indian Alliance.
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Description: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Fees for services are based on your household income. You will not be turned away because of your inability to pay.
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Description: Services are available to all agricultural workers and their dependents. To qualify, an individual must give a majority (51%) of their labor to some form of agricultural work.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Closed daily from 1pm-2pm. Family Planning Clinic: Tues., 9am-5pm
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The clinic offers rapid HIV testing and treatment services to every resident regardless of their nationality and economic status. Clients can pay using cash at a sliding fee scale, and patients with insurance covers may receive treatment.
Free condoms and PrEP are offered to persons at a high risk of getting HIV. Support groups are also available where HIV positive patients interact in a safe space and open up about their issues without judgment. Additionally, low-income individuals living with HIV infections may receive financial assistance and medical treatment services to ensure that they live a healthy lifestyle.
601 Nikles Dr #2C, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
Medicare and Medicaid are among the major accepted insurance covers, and self-pay individuals may benefit from the facility's sliding fee scale. Confidential STD testing and treatment services are available to all residents.
Bridgercare has a teen clinic for adolescents who are 19 years and below and provides free reproductive and sexual health services to the communites living in Bozeman city. It also offers sexual health education in a safe space where individuals meet for a respectful and honest discussion about sexual health issues.
1288 N 14th Ave #201, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
Self-pay patients may benefit from a sliding fee scale, and persons with insurance plans are eligible for STD services. All individuals are welcome to access STD screening and treatment regardless of their disability status or race.
Emergency contraception services are offered to women to prevent unplanned pregnancies and birth control services are also available. Individuals can also access general healthcare services such as cholesterol and diabetes screening, physical exams, and pregnancy care as well as smoking cessation and tetanus vaccination.
1500 Cannon St, Helena, MT 59601, USA
The medical center doesn’t limit patients from accessing STD testing services irrespective of their ability to pay, gender, or sexual orientation. It accepts patients with major insurance covers and self-pay individuals.
Gallatin County Health Department assists LGBTQ patients by addressing their concerns, helping them navigate the healthcare system, and connecting them with health care providers. The hospital also offers breast and cervical cancer services to female patients who are 21 years of age, and it conducts regular community outreach activities to empower the society about STI/HIV infections.
215 W Mendenhall St, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
First-time patients are required to fill out a medical form to provide vital information about their medical history or existing conditions. Confidential STD testing and treatment services are available to every individual, and patients may pay using insurance plans or cash.
Planned Parenthood - Helena Health Center offers its medical services in other languages besides English to cater to non-English speakers. A fully-equipped lab is also available for STD/HIV screening and disease diagnosis.
862 Harmon Stream Blvd #101, Bozeman, MT 59718, USA
STD testing and treatment services are offered at an affordable cost to all individuals regardless of their nationality, religion, gender, or sexual orientation. Clients may pay using insurances, cash, checks, or debit cards.
b2 UrgentCare services are available seven days a week to ensure patients receive treatment at their convenience. The facility also has a pharmacy, which offers refills and prescription medication to patients at an affordable cost.
1006 W Main St, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA
It is required by state law that sexuality education be delivered in public schools, this includes both STDs and HIV/AIDS education. The state has left it to local school boards to determine the specific grade levels to introduce the topics and which areas this education must cover. It must be age appropriate, medically correct, and abstinence must be part of the program as the only completely effective protection against STDs, unplanned pregnancy, and HIV/AIDS.
The schools are not required to teaching about contraceptives (i.e. condoms, the Pill, or the Patch). Parental permission is not required to participate in sexuality education or STD education classes. Montana receives no federal funds for abstinence-only-until-marriage programs.
To respect individuality and identity issues among the student population, public schools have recently enacted a no bullying provision. Some schools are including protection for students based on sexual orientation and gender. The state has passed anti-discrimination laws, but they are not clear in their reference to sexual orientation or gender identity. State hate crimes laws also do not include gender identity or sexual orientation.
All minors are allowed to get a prescription for birth control without a parent’s permission. However, a doctor may (but is not required to) inform your parents/guardian. People of any age can buy emergency contraception such as Plan B One-Step without a prescription at a local pharmacy over the counter. Other products such as Next Choice, My Way and Levonorgestrel can be sold without a prescription to those who are 17 and older. If you are 16 or younger, you will need a prescription.
Educating the community, especially about the HIV virus and how it is spread, can make residents less fearful and more willing to participate in STD testing. Along with regular HIV testing, Herpes testing is very important since viral infections such as Herpes can be transmitted through asymptomatic casual contact with someone that has no visible symptoms.
According to the US Census data the city has a population of 43,405 making it the 4th largest city in the state. It has a median household income of $47,361 (it was $32,156 in 2000) and a median age of 27.9 years (the median Montana as a whole is 39.9 years).
It is a college town, home to Montana State University a land grant university with more then 17,000 students and faculty, resulting in a young median age. State statistics show that at least half the cases reported in 2014 occurred in young people aged 15 to 25. At the same time, the CDC reports that half of the 20 million STD cases in the United States each year are young people under the age of 25.
State health officials point out that while many STDs are easy to cure, if the cases are left undiagnosed and untreated complications can occur. Common complications can include infertility and conditions such as herpes or gonorrhea can increase a person’s chances of getting HIV.
Public health officials are offering advice to anyone who may be at-risk for an STD. DPHHS recommends these simple steps to lower the risk of STDs,including being in a long-term monogamous relationship and making sure your partner is tested and does not have STDs, limiting the number of people you have sex with if you have more than one partner and using latex condoms every time you have sex.
Additional tips include, getting the vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV) which can protect you against diseases (including cancers) caused by the human papillomavirus, talking with your health care provider about your sexual history so that he or she can provide you with the appropriate STD testing and prevention guidance.
The city has a young hip crowd that enjoys the natural gifts that the state offers, along with the cultural benefits that a university like MSU provides. Living in a young college town you need to recognize the rising rates of sexually transmitted diseases. You should not let the fear of what you might find out linger in your mind, or the thoughts of spending hours waiting for the opportunity to be seen at a free STD clinic keep you from STD testing. There is now a resource for you to make an appointment for same day STD testing, avoid the potential embarrassment and save precious time. Invest 20 minutes for your health and the health of the ones you love, then its off to spend the rest of the day grabbing your snowboard and hitting the mountain slopes.
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