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Ironton serves as the county seat of Lawrence County. The rate of new HIV cases reported in the county between 2020 and 2022 increased from 48 per 100,000 individuals in 2020 to 51 in every 100,000 population in 2021.
The HIV incidence rate also increased in 2022 to 56 cases in every 100,000 people.
A wavy trend was apparent when comparing Syphilis diagnoses reported between 2018 and 2020. There were seven new infections rated at 11.7 in 2018, 12 in 2019 rated at 20.2, and nine cases in 2020 recorded at 15.1.
There was an uptick in the number of new Chlamydia infections reported within the same time limit. Public health records showed 173 new cases in 2018, 174 in 2019, and 176 in the last year of reference.
A similar pattern was also evident in the number of Gonorrhea diagnoses made between 2018 and 2020. There were 32 diagnoses in 2018, which surpassed the double mark by 10 new cases in 2019, bringing the total in that year to 174 infections. There were 83 diagnoses in 2020.
Public health officials in Lawrence County rely on state funding to coordinate targeted HIV prevention interventions. It focuses on high-risk populations, including injection drug users, high-risk heterosexuals, persons living with HIV, youths, and MSM.
You can visit the Lawrence County Health Department, Valley Health Westmoreland, and the Marshall Health Erma Ora Byrd Clinical Center to access STD screening and care.
Some centers may offer free STD testing, but the test results may not be accessible immediately. You may also have to pay a fee for doctor’s consultations.
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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For more than 30 years, Equitas Health has been offering HIV/AIDS high-impact medical and support services in Ironton, OH, and its surrounding areas. You may access HIV testing, care, counseling, and case management services on location. The clinic staff also offers oral and mental health care solutions to HIV patients.
Fresh Start Health addresses treatment gaps in the healthcare system to help promote the overall wellness of the community and prevent disease. The clinicians deliver HIV-related services, including HIV and Hepatitis C testing and specialized care. The clinic’s care coordinators will answer questions concerning the available services. Additional medical solutions include diagnosis and treatment of chronic diseases, immunization, and tobacco cessation management.
Elizabeth's Hope Women's Center provides reproductive health services to assist the communities living in Ironton, OH, and nearby areas to live healthily. Its medical practitioners deliver confidential STI testing in a nonjudgmental setting. You can also access information on sexual health to propel you to live a healthy life.
Portsmouth City Health Department provides healthcare services to county residents to improve their health statuses and minimize new disease incidents. It has a nursing clinic that offers multiple solutions, including care for handicapped children, high blood pressure and diabetes screening, immunization, and asthma management. The clinic also features an HIV/STD division that delivers testing, treatment, and education for HIV, Hepatitis, and other STIs.
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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. STD testing as part of Family Planning Services. Please call for information. Closed for lunch from 12noon-1pm
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. HPV vaccines provided for those 18 and under through the VFC program. Free condoms available.
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The clinic’s medical staff delivers anonymous no-cost HIV testing on an appointment basis. For chargeable services, the clinic staff accepts most major insurance plans, and will also help you assess your eligibility for the sliding fee scale program if you are uninsured, under insured, or have a low income. However, you may qualify for free HIV services through the Ryan White program if you come to the clinic with proof of positive HIV test results, gross income below or at 500 percent of the Federal Poverty Level, and Ohio residency.
Equitas Health Portsmouth supports the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program to assist PLWHA access doctor visits and oral care and mental health counseling services. You can also enroll in the Ohio Drug Assistance Program to receive HIV medication assistance or use the program’s funds to purchase insurance. The clinic also features psychotherapists to address mental health concerns, including depression and drug dependency, of HIV-positive patients.
1615 Chillicothe St a, Portsmouth, OH 45662, USA
The staff expects new patients to answer queries regarding their medical history and current medications. The staff requires you to bring your insurance card and form of identification if you’re a first-timer. The staff accepts all KY insurance plans, but you can request to know the available self-pay options if you don't have insurance.
Fresh Start Health has a passenger van that offers transportation support services to help patients attend their doctor appointments without fail. You can access HIV/Hepatitis C resources on the website to keep you informed to evade contraction in the future. Additionally, the clinic offers confidential televisit services, and you can book your appointment through the website.
336 29th St Ste. 203, Ashland, KY 41101, USA
Services at the health center are delivered on an appointment basis only to female clients. The staff offers testing services at minimal or no cost. The staff will serve you regardless of your income status.
Elizabeth’s Hope Women’s Center delivers highly confidential services to all its clients. The center also has a mobile clinic to provide STD screening and sexual health counseling solutions to communities in Ironton, OH. Additional medical services at the health center include pregnancy screening and ultrasounds.
Chillicothe, OH 45601, USA
You will be required to schedule an appointment before accessing services at the health department, although walk-in services are also delivered at designated times. The staff accepts a wide range of medical insurance plans. However, you can get a 40 percent discount if you come with proof of income to your appointment if you’re uninsured.
Portsmouth City Health Department offers assistance to uninsured clients through the Certified Application Counselor to enroll in an insurance program to help cover medical costs. Additionally, the department engages in community outreach events to help create awareness of HIV/STD and the advantages of embracing healthy lifestyles. The department also supplies important sexual health resources to clinics and community partners as part of its prevention program.
605 Washington St, Portsmouth, OH 45662, USA
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