Preferred Location: 1414 S 324Th St Federal Way,WA 98003 Federal Way Change location
Preferred Location: 1414 S 324Th St Federal Way,WA 98003 Federal Way Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 1414 S 324Th St Federal Way,WA 98003 Federal Way Change Location
As part of King County, Federal Way shares Seattle’s STD problems to some degree. In 2016, there were 6,798 people living with HIV or AIDS in King County, with a prevalence rate of 323.6. While unprotected sex accounts for many of the HIV cases in King County, health officials also blame injection drug use, particularly heroin and meth, for the rising rates.
Syphilis has gone up in King County, as in the rest of Washington, with a 200% increase from 2007–2017. This is especially a problem for pregnant women, as syphilis can be fatal to a baby. Medical professionals recommend regular screening, since syphilis can be cured easily if caught early.
The 2016 rates for chlamydia and gonorrhea in King County were 445 and 158.5.
There are some STD-testing clinics in Federal Way, and there are even more options if you can get to Seattle (and you may find free STD testing options in the larger city). Planned Parenthood is located at 348th St. They test for STIs and treat all of them except HIV. The fee is on a sliding scale.
The Federal Way Public Health Center, on 13th Place S, screens for STDs and HIV. The Sea Mar Federal Way Medical Clinic provides STI testing and treatment.
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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Pierce County AIDS Foundation is a non-profit corporation that was founded in 1987 to offer comprehensive health-care and support services to PLWHA. Clients may receive standard HIV screening and treatment services. Physicians may utilize finger sticks to test HIV, and you may have to wait for about two minutes to receive your results.
Care Net of Puget Sound is a non-profit health center with about eight clinic locations, including one in Federal Way, CA, that offers comprehensive women’s health-care services. Its medical practitioners are competent in providing services such as ultrasounds, pregnancy testing, and STD screening. Additional non-medical support services clients may receive include prenatal education and material assistance for mothers and newborns.
Planned Parenthood - Federal Way Health Center of Federal Way, WA, is a medical facility that offers extensive medical care for reproductive health conditions. Some of the services patients may receive include family planning, cervical cancer screening, immunizations, vasectomy, and treatment of UTIs. Physicians may screen for STDs and offer appropriate treatment measures. To conduct HIV tests, a clinician may require mouth swabs, and clients may have to wait for about 30 to 40 minutes to access results.
Federal Way Public Health Center is an outlet medical clinic of the King County Health Department, and it provides equitable health-care services to residents of Federal Way, CA, and its adjacent areas. Its medical practitioners are skilled in offering medical services such as family planning, pregnancy screening, immunizations, and pediatric and women’s health care. The medical team also provides STD screening and treatment services.
AFC Urgent Care is a medical clinic that offers quality health-care services to residents of Kent, WA, and the surrounding areas such as Federal Way. Its medical team is skilled in offering services such as pediatric care, management of diabetes, and vaccinations as well as treatment of minor injuries and illnesses. The medical team may also administer STD tests and offer treatment.
Virginia Mason Federal Walk-In Care is an urgent care clinic that offers extensive health-care services to residents of Federal Way, CA. Its doctors are experienced and competent in offering STD evaluation and treatment services. Other services clients may receive include treatment of conditions such as ear infections, concussions, broken bones, asthma, and pink eye.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Hours for family planning and sexual health clinic, Mon.-Thurs., 9am-6pm and Fri., 8am-5pm
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During the first four months of 2015 there were 664 cases of Gonorrhea reported, compared to 848 in the first quarter of 2016.
During the first four months of 2016 there were already 2,393 new Chlamydia diagnoses in the city and surrounding county.
2016 has already seen 148 incidents of early Syphilis in the first four months.
Health-care providers may offer HIV testing free of charge to everyone irrespective of income levels.
Medical practitioners are proficient in offering free HIV services with discretion. Depending on the clinic’s medical care schedules, you may book an appointment or walk into the facility to receive health care. Additionally, case managers may link HIV positive patients to housing, transportation vouchers, food pantry, and medication assistance programs.
3009 S 40th St, Tacoma, WA 98409, USA
Physicians offer free STD testing to all women. However, before being eligible for these services, physicians have to get your medical history and conduct a pregnancy test.
Health-care providers offer STD screening services at no cost. You may have to contact a medical practitioner by a phone call to receive medical care. Additionally, clients may spend a short time at the health center since clinicians work quickly and diligently.
1414 S 324th St #B 106, Federal Way, WA 98003, USA
Clients may receive STD services at a minimal fee while utilizing cash, checks, credit cards, or debit cards to clear medical bills, and the staff may bill some private and public insurance plans.
The medical team may offer language interpretation if you request. Additionally, you may receive medical care after booking an appointment. Also, health-care providers provide even-handed health-care services with discretion.
1105 S 348th St B103, Federal Way, WA 98003, USA
The personnel offers affordable STD tests at a sliding scale rate to anyone and may bill some insurances, including Medicaid. Also, if you're uninsured, payment options you may opt for while settling your medical bill include cash and credit cards.
To get medical care, you may walk in anytime during opening hours. Additionally, through funding from the Ryan White program, HIV positive clients may receive housing, food, and medication assistance. Moreover, you may receive discreet partner notification services if you’re STD positive.
33431 13th Pl S, Federal Way, WA 98003, USA
Health-care providers may offer low-priced STD testing, and self-pay patients may use credit or debit cards to make payments for medical bills. Additionally, physicians may bill your health plan if it's acceptable.
AFC Urgent Care is open every day of the week so doctors may offer services to people with different schedules. The clinic has an online payment system that accurately and automatically reflects bills whenever a payment is made. Additionally, you may walk into the health center at any time during open hours to access medical care.
18012 68th Ave S #101, Kent, WA 98032, USA
Clinicians offer low-priced STD services at a discounted rate to everyone, and you may pay your bill online using credit cards or debit cards. However, if you prefer paying in-person, you may utilize cash or checks. Also, for insured people, physicians may bill your insurance provider to cover your medical expenses.
The medical team may aid clients in enrolling in the clinic’s financial assistance programs so that you may receive financial help while paying your medical bills. Additionally, people with inflexible schedules may receive medical care conveniently since health-care providers offer medical services on a walk-in basis. Also, medical practitioners can only allow authorized persons to access clients’ medical records.
33501 1st Way S, Federal Way, WA 98003, USA
Even though there are reports that students could begin learning about sex and gender identity as early as kindergarten, these rumors are false and the state does not currently require public school systems to include sex education programs in its curriculum.
This means that the majority of public school districts in the city and county do not provide its students with any more information than what is currently required by federal law.
Teens are taught medically accurate information on HIV/AIDS and on how the potentially deadly virus can be spread. Students also learn that STDs are typically contracted through intercourse, and that abstinence is the best way for them to protect themselves. Unfortunately this information is not correct since STDs can be spread by a variety of methods that do not always include engaging in any type of sexual activity.
It is not uncommon for residents to not understand how important regular HIV testing in Federal Way is, not only for their health but also for those around them. Students also need to learn that regular Herpes testing in Federal Way is just as important, and that it is the first step towards stopping the spread of the virus in area high schools.
Students are often graduating not understanding how STDs are spread, and most do not know that there are steps they need to take to protect their sexual health.
The lack of adequate STI clinics is also contributing to the problem, along with changes to Medicaid. Fewer health centers means that it is more difficult for residents to find a place to get tested, and the ones that are open often have long lines that no one wants to spend the day standing in. Changes to Medicaid has made it difficult for many residents to afford the cost of regular STD testing, even if they think that they might be infected.
Before you decide to spend the day boating and fishing on Puget Sound or head into Seattle or Tacoma for some shopping it is important to take a few minutes to think about your sexual health. The number of STDs reported each year is rising, and this means that it is important for everyone to get tested for these diseases on a regular basis. If you don’t want to spend the day at a local STI clinic there is an easier way for you to take care of your sexual health. With one simple phone call you can schedule confidential STD testing and only spend a few minutes at a conveniently located lab.
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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