Preferred Location: 970 E. Main St Bridgeport,CT 06608 East Side Change location
Preferred Location: 970 E. Main St Bridgeport,CT 06608 East Side Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 970 E. Main St Bridgeport,CT 06608 East Side Change Location
Connecticut has some of the lowest STD rates in the country. Bridgeport and the other large cities have relatively high rates, though. In 2017, 26 people were diagnosed with HIV. About half of the cases resulted from heterosexual contact. Health experts are concerned about the rising STI rates and blame the rise of casual hook-ups, as well as people who don’t understand the risks of having sex without protection.
Also in 2017, there were 1,264 people living with HIV or AIDS in Bridgeport.
In 2016, Bridgeport had 1,254 chlamydia cases, 314 gonorrhea cases, and 16 syphilis cases. Some health officials say the rising rates reflect the fact that more people are being tested, which is a good thing. They recommend that every sexually active individual be tested regularly, as most STIs are easily treated if caught early.
There are some STD-testing clinics in Bridgeport. At least one free clinic is available that provides free STD testing to those who qualify. Planned Parenthood is located on Main St. They test for STIs and treat all of them except HIV, and the fee is on a sliding scale. The Bridgeport Communicable Disease Clinic, also on Main St, performs STD screening.
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.
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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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The Center for Human Services apart of Recovery Network of Programs is a facility focused on addiction treatment. They provide housing services, support, and mental health services for those going through addiction treatment. Their qualified medical team helps patients recovering from substance abuse, drug abuse, mental health disorders, and homelessness. The center provides specialized care including HIV/AIDS testing and treatment.
Optimus Health Care provides professional and compassionate primary care services for those living in Bridgeport, Stamford, and Stratford. Their employees are culturally sensitive and care about your needs and the community’s needs. They are ready to answer anything you need to know regarding your health. They focus on providing their unique services for the uninsured and underserved populations. Founded in 1979, they have developed a history of being a leading place to visit among community members.
The Westport Weston Health District provides important information and services for those in Westport, CT, and the surrounding areas. The staff members of this district are qualified to provide services in areas such as environmental health, community health, and emergencies. This district does have a community health department that provides screenings, education, immunizations, and confidential HIV/STD testing and counseling.
Southwest Community Health Care Incorporated offers high-quality medical, dental, and behavioral health services to residents in and around Bridgeport. This clinic location offers services including internal medicine, OB/GYN, dental, mental health, pediatrics, and HIV/AIDS testing and treatment. In addition to this clinic location, the Southwest Community Health Care Corporation has five other health care facilities offering other services such as homeless health care, WIC services, and food stamps enrollment.
The Bridgeport Center is operated by the Planned Parenthood of Southern New England. This Planned Parenthood has 18 health centers that provide their reproductive and sexual health care to 70,000 men and women on an annual basis. Women that come in for STD testing will find their employees to be very helpful, calm, and collected. Patients may have to wait but they make up for it with their care. They’re comforting and caring. Some patients have been visiting them for more than 10 years.
The Bridgeport Department of Health and Social Services brings services that aim to protect the health of all residents in Bridgeport to life. Through leveraging the power of education, communication, and employing knowledgeable staff members that are dedicated to promoting better lifestyles, they are helping every resident live a longer life. The department operates the Communicable Disease Clinic. This clinic provides STD testing and TB testing for the public.
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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: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Must be 13 or older for services. Fee can be waived. STD patients are currently being referred to Planned Parenthood 4697 Main St Bridgeport, 203-366-0664
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Description: Need to enroll as a patient. Walk-ins accepted for HIV testing. Call for HIV and hepatitis C testing hours
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Description: Foundation. HPV screening and genitorectal wart treatment; PEP; HIV-associated facial lipoatrophy restoration; shingles vaccination; free HIV/STI testing and treatment for uninsured; HIV-associated low testosterone (male hypogobadism) screening and treatment. Telemedicine Mon.-Fri., 10am-4pm
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Everyone thirteen years of age and older. Identification is requested. TB care also available. TB skin testing upon request for a fee. TB testing done as part of a contact investigation is done at no charge. Vaccines are administered as part of the STD Program services to those who qualify. (Hepatitis A and B as well as Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) vaccine are offered)Immunization for travel and routine vaccines for adult available to anyone regardless of residency. Fee for vaccines are competitively priced. State supplied childhood vaccines available for any child between birth and 19 years of age.
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This clinic location doesn’t have any qualifications for STD testing.
The Recovery Network of Programs, Inc. was founded in 1972. They are a private, nonprofit organization that embraces all of their patients with respect and dignity. They are passionate about aiding those who need help with a mental health disorder or an addiction problem. The center provides inpatient care and outpatient care depending on the needs of the individual.
2 Research Dr, Stratford, CT 06615, USA
In order to have access to their services including STD/HIV testing, patients need to enroll as a patient.
The healthcare team at Optimus Health Care can provide you and your entire family with medical, dental, specialty care, and access to their programs. Just some of the services they provide include behavioral health, primary care, adult and pediatric dental care, ophthalmology, podiatry, asthma care, an HIV/AIDS Program, and a WIC Program. Patients of Optimus Health Care will find their doctors to be very professional and welcoming.
982 E Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06608, USA
There are no qualifications in order to get HIV/STD testing or counseling services. The services are open to everyone regardless of age or residence.
The Westport Weston Health District not only offers quality STD/HIV testing and counseling services, but the district also provides numerous other services that are available to the public. Some of these services include a traveler’s immunization clinic, flu vaccinations, wellness checks, routine immunizations, cholesterol screenings, and skin cancer screenings. Visitors of this district will find their care to be quick and stress-free.
180 Bayberry Ln, Westport, CT 06880, USA
There are no qualifications in order to get tested for HIV or other STDs at this clinic location.
The genuine and qualified staff members at Southwest Community Health Care will treat their patients like family. They’re available to discuss any health-related questions or concerns you may have at the time of your diagnosis.
968 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06605, USA
There are no qualifications in order to receive sexually transmitted disease testing at this clinic location.
Visitors of the Bridgeport Health Center will find their facility to be clean and comfortable. Patients seeking to get a same day appointment can get in, not all the time, but most of the time their respectful front office staff will try to get you in if it is an urgent matter. They aim to empower women to make their own sexual health choices and promote healthier lifestyles.
4697 Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06606, USA
An individual that wishes to use any of the services provided by the Communicable Disease Clinic must be at least 13 years old. Besides this qualification, there are no other qualifications.
The Communicable Disease Clinic offers other services like college immunizations, measles, mumps, rubella, and travel vaccines. These services are provided by appointment only. The Health and Social Services Department of Bridgeport believes in using technology to better deliver adequate care and health care planning for all patients.
East Side Market, 752 E Main St, Bridgeport, CT 06608, USA
Even though sexual education classes can improve students’ health, this is still not a requirement in the public school system. Students are taught the basics regarding sexual development and HIV/AIDS, but any other information included is left up to the discretion of the city school board.
Unfortunately instead of teaching sexual education classes, most public schools rely on the abstinence only program recommended by the federal government. While abstinence is effective at reducing the number of teenage pregnancies reported each year, it has very little impact on preventing or slowing the spread of STDs.
The Herpes virus can be some through casual touch. Without this information teens will continually be at risk, and why the STD rate is so high in young adults. Regular Herpes testing in Bridgeport can slow down the spread of this virus. Regular HIV testing in Bridgeport is also necesssary.
It is hard to believe that this picturesque city is seeing a rise in STD rates. One of the main causes is its close proximity to NYC. With residents visiting the “Big Apple” for entertainment it is not uncommon for them to unknowingly come home with an STD.
The lack of comprehensive education classes in area schools is also contributing to the problem.
While the majority of residents in Bridgeport are able to afford regular testing, there is a shortage of health centers open to the public. Without the necessary facilities getting tested for STDs normally entails long mornings and afternoons standing in line, and sometimes there is not enough time in the day for everyone to be seen by a health care professional. Due to the inconvenience associated with these screenings, many residents simply choose to ignore their sexual health.
There are a few health facilities located throughout the city, but anonymity is often a concern. Mobile testing and public HIV clinics often leave you sitting for hours, ensuring that everyone you see knows why you are there. STI clinics can give you same-day results, and you don’t even have to use your insurance. This is just one more layer of privacy that can help put your mind at ease.
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