Preferred Location: 1405 Kellum St Fairbanks,AK 99701 Fairbanks Change location
Preferred Location: 1405 Kellum St Fairbanks,AK 99701 Fairbanks Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 1405 Kellum St Fairbanks,AK 99701 Fairbanks Change Location
Alaska has some of the highest bacterial STD rates in the US. Part of this is because Alaska’s large size and low population density mean that many people don’t have access to clinics. They would have to travel a long distance to reach one, so the problem goes undiagnosed and untreated.
Also, insufficient sex education results in young people who don’t know how to protect themselves when they have sex, and don’t understand the different ways STIs can be spread.
In 2015, there were 47 people living with HIV or AIDS in Fairbanks North Star Borough, with a prevalence rate of 58 per 100K people. Alaska had 5,698 reported cases of chlamydia in 2016.
Fairbanks North Star Borough had a chlamydia rate of 699.6 per 100K people that year. The gonorrhea and (primary and secondary) syphilis rates were 198.7 and 1.0.
Fairbanks has a nonprofit that provides free STD testing, but only for HIV and hep C. The Fairbanks Public Health Center on Barnette St offers STI testing on a sliding scale. Planned Parenthood is located on Airport Way. They test for STIs and treat all except HIV, and the fee is also on a sliding scale.
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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Interior AIDS Association was founded in 1988 to control the spread of HIV /AIDS through prevention and education outreach services. The clinic strives to provide early intervention services, including case management and support services. It also offers a wide range of programs that are dedicated to improving the well-being of PLWHA.
Chena Health Clinic was established in 2006 to provide comprehensive family medicine, gynecology, and midwife care services for expectant mothers. The medical staff ensures that every patient has access to personalized and quality care throughout their recovery journey. Additionally, the facility provides cancer screenings, birth control, and STD testing and treatment.
Fairbanks Health Center of Fairbanks, AK, advocates for equality in health care to the underserved community members. The facility ensures patients can access quality reproductive health care services regardless of their ability to pay. Additionally, it empowers women on issues concerning birth control and offers STD/HIC screenings, treatment, and vaccinations.
Alaska Department of Health protects the health of the county residents by providing quality health care services and educational outreach programs. The facility has an HIV/STD Program that prevents the spread of STD/HIV infections. The program is staffed by Disease Infection Specialists who apply epidemiologic methods and scientific information to control the spread of the infections.
Steese Immediate Care offers easily accessible health care services to the residents of Fairbanks, Alaska. It serves patients in a caring and compassionate environment with quality health care services.
The health care facility provides medical services in primary care and has specialized clinics that deal with weight loss management and tobacco cessation. It also offers confidential HIV/STD tests.
Fairbanks Urgent Care Center provides quality treatment for minor injuries and illnesses. The clinic focuses on improving the health and well-being of Fairbanks residents by providing physical therapy, occupational medicine, urgent care, and wellness services. It also has licensed physicians and nurse practitioners who offer STD testing and screenings services.
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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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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: AIDS Service Organization, Community Based Organization.
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Description: Must be Native American.
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Description: Social Service Organization. Opens at 11:30am on the 4th Friday of each month
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. All clients 20 years of age or older are required to provide yearly proof of income if applying to receive a discount at the clinic.
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Description: AIDS Service Organization. Case Management: Must have written medical verification of HIV status. Interpreters for languages other than Spanish are available as needed. Four A's uses the OraQuick Rapid in home HIV Test Kit. In-person testing Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 10am-2pm - Appointments available, drop-ins accepted. Please call 907-744-7366
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Description: Social Service Organization. Open at 12:30pm on the 1st Wednesday of each month. Only open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of each month
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To receive treatment from the facility, individuals must be HIV positive and produce a photo ID, household income, and current health insurance. HIV services are available to all persons regardless of their color, income levels, age, or gender. Moreover, HIV tests are free of charge, thus accessible to both insured and uninsured clients.
Interior AIDS Association has advanced medical facilities to ensure PLWHA have access to quality health care services. It also has an Interior Medication-Assisted Treatment for PLWHA who are addicted to narcotics.
710 3rd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
Medical services are offered to every individual without discrimination based on their citizenship, age, income levels, color, race, or gender. It accepts cash and credit cards for uninsured patients as well as private and public health insurance.
Chena Health Clinic has state of the art lab equipment that provides fast and accurate STD results. Trans health services are also offered, and patients suffering from infertility may benefit from donor sperm insemination. Additionally, annual exams are also available to both men and women.
1919 Lathrop St #222, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
The clinic offers medical services to all clients without prejudicial treatment based on their race, gender, or religion. It also provides a sliding fee scale program to uninsured clients.
Planned Parenthood of Fairbanks Health Center is staffed with compassionate doctors who are respectful and serves patients with dignity. It also offers comprehensive sexuality education to teenagers and young adults who are vulnerable to STD/HIV infections.
1867 Airport Way Suite 160B Suite 160B, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
No patient is denied STD services because of their race, financial income, color, age, or sexual orientation. Insurance plans are accepted, and indigent persons may qualify for state-funded programs.
The Public Health Department of Alaska has trained medical staff who offer confidential HIV/STD tests. Members of the community can take advantage of the free screenings and sexual education offered during community outreach events. Moreover, free condoms and lubes are available to members of the public.
State Of Alaska Fairbanks Regional Office Building, 675 7th Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
Self-pay clients may pay using cash, credit cards, or checks. The clinic also accepts most insurance plans, and no one is excluded from accessing STD services because of their race, gender, or socioeconomic status, or sexual orientation.
Steese Immediate Care has multiple payment options for its patients, including monthly payments through care credit. Patients are checked in and out of the facility within the shortest time possible, and the facility's physicians uphold confidentiality with patients' information.
1275 Sadler Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
New patients are required to fill in a patient information form, and the clinic accepts most insurance health plans. Additionally, no patient is denied access to medical services regardless of their ethnic background, age, color, income levels, or sex.
Fairbanks Urgent Care Center has compassionate doctors qualified to provide confidential STD tests. Its onsite lab is sufficiently equipped to deliver prompt STD results within 15 minutes. The clinic's telemedicine services enable patients to receive care without visiting the health center.
1867 Airport Way #130B, Fairbanks, AK 99701, USA
Free STD testing and education resources are available in Fairbanks, though public school sex education programs have been a subject of debate over the past several years. In Fairbanks, the school district has battled back and forth over whether public schools could use the websites of non-profit organizations like Planned Parenthood as an educational resource. While advocates say that these large organizations can provide excellent educational resources, others have expressed concerned about the addition of potentially sensitive material to the curriculum without sufficient review.
Public schools in Alaska aren’t required by any specific state law to include sexual education in their curriculum. HB 156, which went into effect October 26, 2016, outlines guidelines for sex education in school curricula including requirements that parents be notified at least two weeks before any program and that parents be given the opportunity to withdraw their child from that specific program or activity. It also sets minimum requirements for teachers in sex ed programs, including required certifications.
The lack of consistent sex education programs in school districts across the state may be an important factor in AK’s alarming rates of STD. Many residents may be unaware that services exist for herpes testing, HIV testing, or other STDs or that they should be scheduling regular tests. They may also not have a full understanding of the ways in which STDs can be transmitted or prevented, or how often they should be tested.
The Alaska Department of Health and Social Services is another educational resource on STD statistics, programs, and clinics in the state of Alaska. They provide direct assistance to affected individuals and do outreach education across the state. Additionally, they work behind the scenes to monitor potential outbreaks, direct assistance to health care providers, and provide training for health care providers on best practices for providing STD consultations, notifications, and referrals. There are even special programs for specific communities, like the Linkage to Care (L2C) program which connect HIV-positive individuals to medical care and other support resources.
Fairbanks is a growing city with a young population – 39.9% of households have children under the age of 18. With inconsistent sex education programs across the state, younger people are increasingly likely to contract STDs. The population of Fairbanks is 10% Native American, a demographic group that has seen skyrocketing rates of Chlamydia and other STDs in the past several years – and even outside of that population, AK has the highest rate of chlamydial infection in the nation as of 2013.
With 10,000 students, the University of Alaska Fairbanks makes up a large portion of the Fairbanks population. According to the CDC, almost half of the new STD infections each year occur in young people ages 15-24. College students need to be especially careful, as outbreaks can occur within close-knit college populations even more quickly than in the general public. Every college student should be aware of their own and their partner’s status, and should be tested regularly at a free STD clinic.
As a small city, Fairbanks has limited health care options available, with separate options for the university population and the general public. STD tests are critically important to keeping individuals and groups safe and healthy, but it can be difficult to find options in the Fairbanks area. The Fairbanks Public Health Center provides information on local clinics and health care options available in the region.
Confidential STD testing should be a regular part of everyone’s life. Not only does it protect your health, it also protects the health of the people you care most about. Catching an STD early can open up treatment options or cures that may not be available later, so it’s important to remember to get STD tests often.
The rates of STD infection in Alaska have risen in recent years, creating a public health crisis that’s endangering our population. Many people don’t know that there are options for fast, free, same day testing that make it easy to get your test, get your results, and get back to doing the things you love. That means the Golden Heart City can stay happy and healthy for generations to come.
Each page below contains a detailed report of the local area, location STD statistics and clinic reviews of some the top STD testing locations. The content is curated by our very own editors and medical experts.
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