Preferred Location: 301 Governors Dr Sw,suite 110 Huntsville,AL 35801 Medical District Change location
Preferred Location: 301 Governors Dr Sw,suite 110 Huntsville,AL 35801 Medical District Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 301 Governors Dr Sw,suite 110 Huntsville,AL 35801 Medical District Change Location
A health advisory has been issued in the state and this includes Madison County. This advisory was issued in respone to the rising STD rates.
In Madison County there was a 90 percent increase in cases of primary and secondary Syphilis. Chlamydia and Gonorrhea rates are also on the rise.
The majority of those living with HIV, according to the reports, were males. In 2016 there were 533 new cases of HIV reported across the state.
In 2015, a total of 166 people who were living with an HIV diagnosis died. Almost half of all young adults are predicted to contract an STD during their sexually active years. Unfortunately, many of these cases go unknown and untreated. Don’t set yourself up for lasting health repercussions or avoidable pain and discomfort.
Groups like the AIDS Action Coalition of Huntsville and Alabama Public Health are working towards reducing transmission rates through education and assisting those affected. This includes free STD testing but often only for HIV.
Private and public STD testing clinics are located through the Huntsville area, including Thrive Alabama on Saint Clair Avenue and Central North Alabama Health Services Incorporated on Pleasant Row NW.
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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Testing is done by a qualified technicians and experienced counselors are also on hand. You should expect to wait up to a week before learning your STD status.
The Alabama Department of Public Health (Madison County Health Department) is taking steps to lower the number of STDs in their community. One step they are taking is to offer testing at the majority of their clinics. There are three in the county that do so, right now.
Testing is done by a qualified technicians and experienced counselors are also on hand. You should expect to wait up to a week before learning your STD status.
The Central North Alabama Health Services Incorporated (Huntsville Family Health Center) is taking steps to lower the number of STDs in their community. One step they are taking is to offer testing at the majority of their clinics. There are three in the county that do so, right now.
Testing is done by a qualified technicians and experienced counselors are also on hand. You should expect to wait up to a week before learning your STD status.
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Description: AIDS Service Organization. Free Rapid HIV Test. There is a fee for Conventional HIV Testing. Limited HPV Treatment. For HIV positive patients all medical services are provided regardless of the client's ability to pay.
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Testing isn't free, but they do accept insurance and Medicaid. During your phone call the staff can help you apply for financial assistance if you need it and don't have any yet.
Anyone over 14 can come in. The fees are often on a sliding scale. If you need help paying, ask before you go in.
Check the wait time online and go in at your convenience. They also have ample free parking, if you choose to drive.
600 St Clair Ave SW Bldg 3, Huntsville, AL 35801, USA
Testing isn't free, but they do accept insurance and Medicaid. During your phone call the staff can help you apply for financial assistance if you need it and don't have any yet.
Anyone over 14 can come in. The fees are often on a sliding scale. If you need help paying, ask before you go in.
Alabama Department of Public Health (Madison County Health Department) might be an urgent care clinic but they also handle STDs. They have a close partnership with an accredited lab so you won't have to wait long for results from your test.
Check the wait time online and go in at your convenience. They also have ample free parking, if you choose to drive.
301 Max Luther Dr NW, Huntsville, AL 35811, USA
Testing isn't free, but they do accept insurance and Medicaid. During your phone call the staff can help you apply for financial assistance if you need it and don't have any yet.
Anyone over 14 can come in. The fees are often on a sliding scale. If you need help paying, ask before you go in.
Central North Alabama Health Services Incorporated (Huntsville Family Health Center) might be an urgent care clinic but they also handle STDs. They have a close partnership with an accredited lab so you won't have to wait long for results from your test.
Check the wait time online and go in at your convenience. They also have ample free parking, if you choose to drive.
751 Pleasant Row NW, Huntsville, AL 35816, USA
Even though statistics show that when there are comprehensive sexual education programs in area schools the number of STD infections reported each year does decrease, the city of Huntsville still relies on the federally sponsored abstinence only classes to protect students.
As more students each year become sexually active, their risk of contracting an STD significantly increases. Without comprehensive programs in place to educate teens about the dangers and risks associated with unprotected sex the city can expect its STD rates to continue to rise.
While proponents for the abstinence based programs point out that it is the best way to prevent teen pregnancies, and this might be true, it does nothing to stop these diseases from spreading.
Not all STDs are transmitted strictly through penetration occurring during intercourse, and some venereal diseases can only be detected through regular testing.
This is why it is important for teens and adults to receive regular Herpes testing in Huntsville, since this virus can be easily spread through casual contact. The simple procedure can not only stop the disease from infecting other students, it can also help prevent future flare-ups. Regular HIV testing in Huntsville is also critical for continued good health, and this important checkup could potentially save your life.
The demographics of a city plays an important role.
This city has a broad demographical makeup that includes a wide range of incomes and cultural beliefs. The city also has a distinctly conservative attitude along with strict religious beliefs, resulting in an inability for some people to to discuss their sexual activity with others, also makes it difficult for some residents to receive regular STD testing.
Stereotypes are still associated with many of the sexually transmitted diseases, which makes it especially difficult for some men to been seen at a clinic for STD testing. As long as these myths and misconceptions persist, the city will continue to have some of the highest rates of transmittable diseases in the state.
Statistics also show that older residents are staying healthy and sexually active longer, which is increasing their chances of contracting an STD. Until everyone realizes how important it is to practice safe sex and get tested regularly, the city will continue to have some of the highest reports of STDs in it’s state.
Mobile STI testing is an option, but it’s not your only one. There are clinics nearby that offer affordable STD testing, and the process is anonymous. Even without insurance. You can be tested in a discreet environment, and your results will be delivered privately.
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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