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The escalating levels of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) in Graham-Thrift in Pierce County, WA, are disturbing. For decades now, chlamydia, syphilis, genital herpes, and gonorrhoea continue to frustrate the residents of the region. Most of the residents affected are within the 15-34 age range.
According to the Washington State Department of Health, chlamydia tops the list of these sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in Pierce County. In 2014, the sometimes highly undetectable disease had a rate of 532.3 cases per 100,000 people and 4,372 cases. There were 1271 gonorrhoea diagnoses recorded in the same year. The STD’s rate was 154.8 infections for every 100,000 population.
By the first half of 2017, 777 new gonorrhoea cases were diagnosed. This was a 39% increase when compared to the STI’s cases that were recorded within the first half of 2016.
With a rate of 3.7 cases for every 100,000 people, both primary and secondary syphilis had 30 cases documented in 2014. There were no cases of chancroid, but genital herpes had 400 reported cases, and its rate was 48.7 per 100,000 population.
One of the programs in Pierce County that helps to fight STDs is the Pierce County AIDs Foundation. It focuses on supporting the people living with the STI, promoting its awareness and encouraging people to get tested.
Health centers where you can get tested for sexually transmitted infections in Graham-Thrift include the Tacoma Pierce County Health Department in Tacoma and the Washington Health Care Facilities Authority in Olympia, Washington. Another clinic that provides STI tests is the US Indian Health Services in Bremerton, Washington.
Free STD testing services may be available at some of the health centers. However, the tests may not be comprehensive, and you might not be able to book an appointment whenever you want to get tested.
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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Sea Mar Puyallup Medical Clinic is a community-based organization committed to delivering quality health, housing, educational, and cultural services to diverse communities. The clinic offers medical care services, including STD/HIV testing and treatment, family planning, and internal medicine as well as chronic disease management.
Community Health Care - Spanaway Family Medical Clinic is a non-profit health organization that provides quality and affordable health-care services to low-income and underinsured residents. The facility has certified health practitioners trained to offer health-care services, including dental, nutritional, STD/HIV testing, pediatrics, and pharmaceutical services.
Planned Parenthood - Puyallup Health Center provides quality and affordable reproductive and sexual health care to all Graham-Thrift residents in settings that protect their rights, confidentiality, and dignity. The clinic provides health-care services, including STD/HIV testing and diagnoses, men’s health care, and birth control as well as emergency contraception and pregnancy services.
Tacoma Pierce County Health Department aims at protecting and improving the health of the county residents by investigating and responding to disease outbreaks. It also helps PLWHA and those affected by HIV/STDs get the medical care they need. The department has a team of board-certified physicians and nurse practitioners skilled in providing medical services such as STD testing and treatment, pediatrics, primary and dental care, and behavioral health services.
MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care – Puyallup caters to the health and wellness of community members by providing comprehensive health-care and educational services to equip them with knowledge and skills to fight and prevent diseases.
The clinic offers treatment services for illnesses such as allergies, STDs, minor fractures, and flu as well as skin conditions and physicals.
Sunrise Clinic & Urgent Care is a walk-in clinic that offers affordable and convenient healthcare services to protect the health and wellbeing of the community members. The facility's team of health care practitioners treats illnesses such as STDs, sore throats, flu, and allergies as well as skin conditions and fevers.
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From 2001 to 2014, the Chlamydia rate doubled in Pierce County. The highest rate was recorded in 2014. There were 4,372 cases of Chlamydia and a rate of 532.3 per 100,000 population in 2014. The consistent increased represents a concerning trend for public health in Pierce County. In comparison, the statewide rate in 2014 was 376.7 per 100,000 population.
In 2014, Pierce County reported a total of 1,271 cases and a rate of 154.8 per 100,000 population. The county rate was almost double the statewide rate. Washington state recorded a rate of 88.1 per 100,000 population in 2014. Similar to Chlamydia, Gonorrhea rates in the area have been on the rise in the past few years. Recent STD rate spikes are especially concerning to individuals in the Graham area.
The CDC reported a total of 23,872 cases of Primary and Secondary Syphilis in the United States in 2015. There were 8 cases per 100,000 people. In Pierce County, a total of 30 Primary and Secondary Syphilis cases were reported in 2014. The Washington state Syphilis rate was 4.8 per 100,000 population, lower than the national average. The Pierce County rate was even lower than the state rate.
Washington’s 2014 HIV Surveillance Report listed 63 newly diagnosed HIV cases for Pierce County. The rate increased significantly from 2013. The second most cases were found in Pierce County. Only King County had more cases by number.
New patients are required to fill out a medical form and arrive at least 15 minutes before their scheduled appointment. Every individual is eligible for confidential STD testing services since the facility doesn’t discriminate against age, sex, race, or gender, and both insured and uninsured patients may receive treatment and testing services.
The clinic is also dedicated to women's health care and provides services with comprehensive gynecology and obstetrics services Patients at a high risk of STD infection may also access affordable vaccines and immunizations at the health center.
10217 125th St Ct E 2nd Floor, South Hill, WA 98374, USA
The clinic is not biased and provides STD testing and treatment services to everyone regardless of their age, gender, sexual orientation, or ability to pay. Multiple forms of payment, including cash, checks, insurances, and debit cards are accepted.
Community Health Care - Spanaway Family Medical Clinic has a teen clinic that offers confidential sexual and reproductive health services, including STD screening, emergency contraception, pregnancy testing, and birth control services at an affordable cost. It also provides behavioral services to people coping with medical problems, stress, anxiety, and anger.
134 188th St S, Spanaway, WA 98387, USA
All individuals may access confidential STD testing services regardless of their age, gender, race, or sexual orientation. Both insured and uninsured patients are accepted, but the latter may benefit from a sliding fee scale.
The clinic’s medical staff provides their services in English and Spanish, and interpretation services via telephone are also available. Patients seeking general health-care services such as anemia testing, cancer, and cholesterol screening, physical exams, and smoking cessation services may also visit the facility.
702 30th Ave SW #702, Puyallup, WA 98373, USA
Medicaid and Medicare are among the accepted insurance covers, and self-pay patients may benefit from the facility's discounted rates. It also offers confidential STD testing services to all residents without any form of discrimination.
The clinic provides gynecological and obstetrics services to women, including cervical and breast cancer screening, early menopause treatment, and mammogram referrals as well as birth control and emergency contraception services. It also provides substance abuse education, prevention, treatment, and counseling services to patients with drug addiction problems.
3629 S D St, Tacoma, WA 98418, USA
The health clinic accepts multiple forms of payment, including cash, checks, insurance covers, and debit cards. All persons are offered confidential STD testing services irrespective of their age, gender, race, disability status, or ability to pay.
MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care – Puyallup has a modern lobby, Wi-Fi, and docking stations where patients are served with refreshments as they wait to be served. Individuals at risk of getting STDs may receive vaccines and immunizations at the clinic.
15125 Meridian E #102, South Hill, WA 98374, USA
Self-pay patients benefit from the clinic's discounted rates, and major insurance covers are also accepted. The facility offers STD testing and treatment services to all patients regardless of their age, gender, sex, race, or income
The Urgent Care Center offers medical care services seven days a week to ensure patients have easy access to their services at a convenient time. An in-house lab is also available and assists the physicians in disease diagnoses alongside accurate and timely results.
11102 Sunrise Blvd E #104, Puyallup, WA 98371, USA
Students in the Graham-Thrift area attend public schools run by the Bethel School District. Graham-Kapowsin High School, Cougar Mountain Junior High School, Frontier Junior High School, Liberty Junior High School, Centennial Elementary School, Graham Elementary School and Kapowsin Elementary School are schools found in the school district.
The school district has determined that comprehensive sexual education should be taught in local schools. Guidelines are offered regarding sexual health instruction.
The policy of Bethel School District reads, “Sexual health education instruction offered by the district shall be medically and scientifically accurate, age appropriate, appropriate for students regardless of gender, race, disability status, or sexual orientation and include information about abstinence and other methods of preventing unintended pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.”
One of the most important aspects of comprehensive sexual education is that it is medically and scientifically accurate. The Healthy Youth Act describes medically accurate information as “verified or supported by research in compliance with scientific methods is published in peer review journals.” Students need reliable and accurate information to understand sexual health properly.
According to the guidelines set by Bethel School District, sexual education must meet the following requirements:
CDC data shows that females are typically more affected by Chlamydia. In 2015, females aged 20 to 24 years old in the United States had the highest rate of 3,730.3 per 100,000 population. No age group for males or females came close to this rate. In Pierce County, the Chlamydia rate reflected this national trend. Individuals aged 20 to 24 years old showed a rate of 3,055.6 per 100,000 population. The rate was higher than any other demographic group and has increased in recent years.
While Chlamydia rates tend to be higher among females, Gonorrhea cases are split more evenly between males and females. The highest rates tend to be found among young males and females. The cases in Pierce County were distributed in a similar way. Females aged 20-24 years old had the highest rate, but the male rate was also very high. The rate among individuals aged 20 to 24 years old was 697.6 per 100,000 population.
Syphilis is most common among men who have sex with men. 54% of national cases belong to this transmission category. However, in Pierce County, females aged 20-24 years had the most cases. The rate was 15.2 per 1000,000 population. Rates among males and females have increased recently.
14% of Washington state’s newly diagnosed HIV cases were found in Pierce County. The county had 63 HIV cases, compared to the state’s total of 446 cases. 85% of the state’s cases were male cases. Only 69 cases were reported among female. African Americans had the highest HIV rate, and White had the most number of cases in the state.
Some STD clinics and healthcare facilities in the Pierce County area are better than others. You should know which locations are most trusted by members of the community. The clinics listed below are known to be reliable health centers for STD testing and treatment services.
Sea Mar Community Health Centers is community-based organization committed to providing quality and comprehensive medical care. The clinic specializes in service to Latinos in Washington state. Puyallup Medical Clinic is located about 10 minutes from the Graham-Thrift area at 10217 125th St Court E. Chlamydia testing, conventional HIV blood testing, Syphilis testing, Gonorrhea testing, Hepatitis B testing and Hepatitis C testing are offered here.
Planned Parenthood of the Great Northwest operates offices in Washington, Alaska, Idaho and Hawaii. Puyallup Health Center is located at 702 30th Avenue SW in Puyallup. Planned Parenthood is well known its quality care and reliable STD testing services. These STD testing and treatment services include Chlamydia Test, Conventional HIV Blood Test, Gonorrhea Test, HPV Vaccine, Herpes Test, Rapid HIV Blood Test and Syphilis Test.
The Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department is responsible for providing resources to Pierce County residents in order to reduce the spread of STDs. Located at at 3629 S D Street, the department operates an office of disease control which offers STD testing and treatment services. At the clinic, you will find Hepatitis B Vaccine, Chlamydia Test, Conventional HIV Blood Test, Rapid HIV Blood Test, Syphilis Test, Gonorrhea Test, Hepatitis A Vaccine and Hepatitis C Test. More information about the clinic’s hours of operation and fee schedule can be found on the health department’s website.
Woodcreek Clinic is a healthcare network with several urgent care facilities in the Pierce County area. Sunrise Clinic & Urgent Care is located nearest the Graham-Thrift area at 11102 Sunrise Blvd E, South Hill. Urgent care services can be found in suite 104. Doctors at the clinic can take urine and blood samples for STD testing and prescribe medication to treat STDs.
Where can you go in the Graham Thrift and wider Pierce County area for STD testing and treatment services? Reliable health clinics are located throughout the area. These facilities include Puyallup Health Center, Sunrise Clinic & Urgent Care and the Tacoma-Pierce County Health Department.
At all of these facilities, STD testing services are available for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis and HIV. Additional services are available for Herpes and Hepatitis. A 10-panel testing typically includes HIV Type 1, Herpes 1, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis C, Gonorrhea, HIV Type 2, Herpes 2, Hepatitis B, Chlamydia and Syphilis.
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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