Preferred Location: 2018 W Clinch Ave Knoxville,TN 37916 Fort Sanders Change location
Preferred Location: 2018 W Clinch Ave Knoxville,TN 37916 Fort Sanders Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 2018 W Clinch Ave Knoxville,TN 37916 Fort Sanders Change Location
There are 228.2 cases of HIV per 100,000 people in Knoxville alone. There are also currently 2,420 reported cases of Chlamydia, and 939 cases of Gonorrhea. Syphilis is also on the rise.
According to the Knox County Health Department, teens and young women are the most at risk, which is why testing is so important for these and other demographics.
Public testing centers are available, including Planned Parenthood on Cherry Street, where you can find complete health care for men and women. Teens can have their questions answered, though parental permission is required for any treatments that might be needed.
There are also private testing options you can take advantage of that can be found on Kingston Pike, Painter Avenue, and other various locations. Most of these locations are also on public bus routes so getting there might be easier than you think.
The city and Knox County Health Departments can also help with free STD testing for residents that might not be able to afford their health screening. Simply call or visit their websites to see if you qualify and if there is a testing center near you.
Stop worrying about your health and get tested; then, enjoy everything the city has to offer.
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.
Positively Living 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.
Choice Health Network 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 Hope Resource 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.
The Knox 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 American Family Care Cedar Bluff 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: Public Health Department/Social Services Department, On the first Wednesday of every month (except August), all KCHD offices and clinics are closed in the morning for staff in-service. On these days, this clinic will open at 11am
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Description: Religious Organization. Free HIV self-tests available for those who qualify. Must complete online questionnaire at Samaritan Ministry website to determine eligibility.
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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.
900 E Hill Ave #285, Knoxville, TN 37915, 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.
Check the wait time online and go in at your convenience. They also have ample free parking, if you choose to drive.
900 E Hill Ave #285, Knoxville, TN 37915, 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.
Choice Health Network 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.
900 E Hill Ave #290, Knoxville, TN 37915, 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.
Check the wait time online and go in at your convenience. They also have ample free parking, if you choose to drive.
2700 Painter Ave SW, Knoxville, TN 37919, 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.
Check the wait time online and go in at your convenience. They also have ample free parking, if you choose to drive.
140 Dameron Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917, 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.
American Family Care Cedar Bluff 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.
9203 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37922, USA
Known for their devotion to honoring the past, it only makes sense that the county’s health department is working with Cherokee Health Systems. It’s geared mainly for adults, and you do not have to be a member of the Cherokee Nation to be seen by a healthcare professional. Medical and social services care can be obtained, along with the initial STI testing.
There are 3 locations, downtown, West and Teague. Hours are different depending on the service so it’s advisable to check before heading over.
HOPE Resource Center is taking a stand against STIs. They cover HPV, Trichomoniasis, along with the ones that you’ve heard about. What sets them apart is their holistic approach. Along with medically treating the disease, they teach patients how to make smart decisions about their reproductive health. By empowering their clients, they hope that they will start to see a difference in disease and virus rates.
Free or with a minimal fee, the only downside is the center’s busy and rigid hours.
Unfortunately, Planned Parenthood doesn’t have a strong presence. Outside of North Knoxville, their hours are extremely limited. Not all of their services are currently offered so call first to make sure there’s a reason to drive that distance.
Positively Living, a non-profit group, opened a massive center on East 5th Ave. They deal with every issue that affects a person living with AIDS or HIV. Testing, long term care solutions, financial support to qualifiers and counseling for everyone the virus touches. Appointments are a must, and fees can be income based.
Centers of Excellence (COE) can be convenient and affordable, if you plan on using insurance. The HIV lab operates on an appointment only basis, and the same goes for the STI clinic. A doctor’s referral is also needed before you can walk through the door, and you must meet the 18 yrs. or older age requirement.
With so few public places, it’s little wonder that many are turning to private STI clinics for help.
With clinic numbers limited to a few and information not readily available, it shouldn’t be surprising that education on sexual health begins and stops with abstinence.
Basically, sexual health classes are non-existent in public schools and it’s usually worse in private ones. Lawsuits have been filed against the currently used curriculum, but changes aren’t expected anytime in the near future.
Even with their shorter hours, Planned Parenthood is holding firm to their mission to educate the public. Classes can be taken, and handheld material is readily available. Trained counselors are usually on site and will happily answer most questions.
Positive Living and Hope Research Center are also trying to do their part in education and STI awareness. Walks are held benefitting AIDS research, and to help offset the costs of testing and care to those without the necessary means.
The CDC office in Knoxville even tried to address this online. Their website provided much needed information to students and older adults. It has been disabled, leaving much of the educational burden on clinics and health centers.
Hit Gay Street for some music and gaze out at the city skyline from the Sunsphere. While your wandering around, look around to see if there are any STI health centers nearby. Chances are you won’t.
It might not make sense that as infectious diseases are leaping across gender, age and ethnic lines there aren’t new testing clinics springing up. This could be due to regional prejudices against who they believe only gets the viruses. However, it’s not helping residents’ sexual and overall health.
Private labs are plentiful, and anonymity is a given. Stop by one near the zoo or the McClung Museum of History. Yes, it really can be that easy.
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