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Preferred Location: 500 Congress St, Ste 1E Quincy,MA 02169 Quincy Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 500 Congress St, Ste 1E Quincy,MA 02169 Quincy Change Location
Located in Norfolk County, Braintree is technically a city that is officially known as the Town of Braintree. It is also a community in the middle of an epic upswing in STD and HIV prevalence rates.
In fact, the Town of Braintree saw a more than 118% increase in this rate for STDs during the five year period from 2014 to 2018. During that same period, HIV prevalence rates also climbed by 27.4%.
This is in excess of the state rate of growth for these rates and shows no sign of slowing down in 2019. As a matter of fact, in the first half of this year, the STD rate has grown by 13.8% over what it was at the end of 2018.
“The amount of people in our small community with STDs has more than doubled since 2014. It is a health crisis that we must get a handle on today!”
From the Blue Hills Reservation to Weymouth Forte River and everywhere in between, the people of the Town of Braintree have a number of options for STD and HIV screening. These include the following public health centers which may offer these tests.
Manet Community Health Center offers the Snug Harbor Health Center on Bicknell Street in nearby Quincy. It may offer HIV and STD services, including screenings.
Planned Parenthood is another resource that often provides these sorts of tests. They have a location on Commonwealth Avenue in Boston, Greater Boston Health Center, that is roughly 12 miles from the Town of Braintree.
Finally, CVS MinuteClinic might provide STD and HIV screenings. They have a location on Grove Street in the Town of Braintree and another in Quincy on Southern Artery.
Some may offer free STD testing services however, these may not be comprehensive tests. Also, they may be offered at inconvenient times and have inconsistent wait 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 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 Action is an organization that serves New England by providing support services to individuals living with or at risk of HIV. It is part of the Getting to Zero campaign that seeks to eliminate HIV in the area by testing, treating, and providing preventive measures.
Fenway Health is an organization that aims to provide health services to the people living in Boston and its environs, but it majorly targets marginalized individuals such as members of the LGBTQ community. It has STD clinics funded by government grants to serve gay men, transgender individuals, and their partners.
Manet Community Health Center is a nonprofit organization founded in 1979, and it provides primary and non-emergency healthcare to everyone who visits the facility. It has three clinics; one in Quincy, one in Taunton, and the other in Hull. The medical facility has infectious disease specialists who are proficient in STD screening and risk reduction counseling services.
South Shore Women’s Health is a facility that offers gynecologic care to women residing in Weymouth and the surrounding areas. During routine exams, women may receive other reproductive health services, including STD services. Qualified physicians and capable nurses are part of the medical team skilled in screening, testing, and diagnosing STDs.
Planned Parenthood Greater Boston Health Center is a medical center that offers comprehensive reproductive health care to individuals living in and around Boston. It has an experienced team of nurses and physicians skilled in testing and treating STDs. The staff offers rapid HIV tests and provides results within 10 to 40 minutes.
AFC Urgent Care Braintree is an urgent care center run by a Family Medicine Physician with over 20 years of experience in the medical field. The medical director is assisted by a team of physicians who are not only skilled in urgent care but also in the testing and treating of STDs. The staff works promptly and avails STD results on the same day of testing.
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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: Community Based Organization. Office located in the rear of the building
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Description: Free walk-in testing Mondays from 4pm-7pm
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Description: Need to register as a patient. May be required to wait if seen without appointment. PrEP drug assistance program support, financial counseling with assistance enrolling in health insurance.
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Description: HIV testing is billed to your insurance. If you are uninsured, financial counselors will help you apply for insurance.
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Description: Not open every Saturday; call to confirm. Call 617-754-0065 for information on HIV Services
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Description: Video and phone appointments with in-person care at Daniel Driscoll – Neponset Health Center, located at 398 Neponset Avenue, Dorchester
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Description: Community Based Organization. Free walk-in clinic: Mondays from 4pm-6pm. Testing available for alternative days/hours. Call to make an appointment
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Description: Walk-in testing 2nd Wed., of each month 4pm-7pm
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Anybody living in the New England region is eligible for free STD screening regardless of sexual orientation, age, or gender. Even individuals without insurance may access the facility’s services.
The organization holds a needle exchange program that targets substance users not only through aiding in the prevention of STDs but also by providing them with vital primary care services. The facility provides comprehensive care to PLWH. To receive its services, you may call ahead to book a slot.
75 Amory St, Boston, MA 02119, USA
Regardless of income, insurance status, sexual orientation, age, or gender, you may receive medical care at the facility. Additionally, uninsured residents may qualify for free services or a sliding fee scale depending on their household income.
Walk-in services for STDs are available, but you may also schedule same-day appointments at a convenient time. The facility provides comprehensive STD tests. Moreover, you may be eligible for some free services.
142 Berkeley St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Everyone receives the health center’s services regardless of age, gender, race, or color. Most insured residents may receive health care, and uninsured individuals may use self-pay options. The health center has in-house payment assistance programs that uninsured residents who are low-income earners may qualify for.
The facility has a 24-hour on-call system for you to reach a medical practitioner even after office hours. You can always schedule an appointment to receive the health center's STD services. Additionally, the clinic is a one-stop medical center that has a pharmacy onsite.
110 W Squantum St, Quincy, MA 02171, USA
Women of all ages may seek STD services at the clinic. Additionally, those who are insured should check with their providers to verify the acceptability of their health plans. Also, the lab department requires a valid photo ID to conduct any tests.
You may call the facility or use the patient portal to schedule an appointment for STD services. Also, you may save on out-of-pocket costs by using your insurance coverage to pay for services. Moreover, those using self-paying options may take advantage of the monthly payment plans the billing department offers.
90 Libbey Industrial Pkwy #105, Weymouth, MA 02189, USA
Regardless of your insurance status, you may receive STD testing and treatment services at the facility. Moreover, uninsured self-paying residents may be eligible for a sliding fee scale or a state-funded program. Also, individuals of all sexual orientations, ages, gender, or color are welcome at the facility.
The Greater Boston Health Center’s STD services are on an appointment basis. You may receive language interpretation services if you call ahead and request. Also, those who are driving may utilize the metered street parking the facility has access to.
1055 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215, USA
The facility accepts some insurance plans for some services, but if your cover isn’t accepted or if you’re uninsured, you may utilize the self-pay options available. Also, the health center doesn’t discriminate against gender, age, color, race, or sexual orientation.
AFC Urgent Care Braintree offers STD services on a walk-in basis. Additionally, it is open every day and has extended night hours. It also has a fully-equipped laboratory where the medical team conducts comprehensive STD tests.
485 Granite St, Braintree, MA 02184, USA
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