Preferred Location: 915 W Market St Lima,OH 45805 Lima Change location
Preferred Location: 915 W Market St Lima,OH 45805 Lima Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 915 W Market St Lima,OH 45805 Lima Change Location
Recent state health records show that there was a significant increase in the number of gonorrhea cases in communities throughout Allen County, including Lima, OH, from 2017 to 2018. Records show that the number of reported gonorrhea cases rose from 172 cases in 2017 to 298 cases in 2018. Chlamydia rates in the county also increased slightly, as the number of newly reported cases jumped from 604 cases in 2017 to 619 cases in 2018.
Syphilis rates in the county, however, dropped by 50 percent, as the number of reported cases (all stages) fell from 10 cases in 2017 to only 5 cases in 2018.
While STDs can affect people at any age, studies show that people between the ages of 15 to 25 are at a higher risk.
According to Allen County records, there were 154 county residents living with HIV at the end of 2017, of which 103 were male and 51 were female.
There are several health clinics in Lima, OH that may provide HIV or STD testing, including Equito Health Lima, Allen County Health Department, Lima Memorial Walk-In Clinic, and St. Rita’s Westside Urgent Care. In addition, the city has numerous private health care facilities and doctor offices that might offer STD testing. Many of these practices are located along Bellefontaine Avenue, East Market Street, or West North Street.
If you prefer, you can travel into Columbus where you will find additional health care centers that might provide STD and HIV testing, such as Out of the Closet – Columbus, The Women’s Clinic of Columbus, Planned Parenthood – North Columbus Health Center, Planned Parenthood – Franklin Health Center, and Ohio Association of Free Clinics.
Some clinics may even offer free STD testing, but there may be specific income guidelines that must be met for free services. In addition, some clinics have inconvenient and inconsistent hours, which could make it difficult to schedule an appointment.
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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Planned Parenthood is a leading provider of sex education worldwide. It is a non-profit organization that provides health and preventive education to the communities they serve. They have made HIV/STD testing easy through multiple payment options to make it simpler for people to get tested regularly.
The Family Planning STD clinic at Allen County provides an extensive treatment and diagnosis for STDs. The clinic is well equipped with a professional physician and trained health care workers. The clinic also provides counseling and sex education to the patients.
The services are charged depending on a patient's ability to pay according to the federal poverty guidelines. They accept credit cards, cash, checks, and Medicaid insurance.
They are a participating provider of AmBetter, Medical Mutual Aetna, United Healthcare, and Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
For the last 30 years, Equitas Health Lima clinic has been providing HIV related services to the people of Allen County. They have attained a legacy by ensuring that people living with HIV in Allen County are provided for in testing, diagnosing, treating, health education, among other areas.
They work hand in hand with programs such as the Ryan White program which caters for the financial gaps left out by insurance covers in matters related to HIV/AIDS.
Champaign Health District is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles and practices that improve health. That has achieved its goals by ensuring that a skilled workforce serves the community in the health sector.
Sidney/Shelby County Health Department provides preventive and educational programs to the residents to promote and prevent more HIV/STDs transmissions by protecting and improving the community health.
The main goal of Mercy Health is to extend a helping hand to the needy and underserved in the community. Their compassion care offers financial assistance programs through their regional Health System to those who cannot afford health care services.
Their medical care comprises certified doctors and health care workers who join hands to ensure that patients receive the best care. Their equipment is up to date in terms of technology, and they continue to improve year after year.
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Description: Getting an STD test at a clinic near you has never been easier. When you choose this location, you can get a doctor's requisition to get tested in as little as 15 minutes. Following your test, you receive your results privately within 2 business days, and can speak to a doctor over the phone with confidence, should results come back as positive.
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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. Children under 13 years old must bring a parent or guardian for consent purposes for family plnning and STD testing. Please call before coming for HIV testing to be sure staff is available to give the test. Testing by appt. only
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Description: AIDS Service Organization. Provides supportive HIV/AIDS services for individuals living in the following counties: Allen, Auglaize, Champaign, Hancock, Hardin, Logan, Mercer, Paulding, Putnam, Shelby, and Van Wert.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. For HIV and STD testing: Auglaize County Residents can use the STD clinic in Allen County at no additional cost. Contact Jodi with Allen County Public Health at 419-228-4457.
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Description: Located within Maumee Valley Guidance Center
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. There is a flat fee if HIV test is done outside of the Family Planning clinic. Appointments are required. Contact agency for eligibility requirements for Free Testing Services.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. STD screening is offered on sliding scale fee. TB testing has a charge. Please bring identification (driver license/state issued ID) and your insurance card with you to each visit. No one is denied service due to an inability to pay. Free condoms available.
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If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a sliding scale plan according to your income. They accept Medicaid and other insurance covers are accepted. It is a low-cost clinic; therefore, no one is denied healthcare services due to inability to pay.
Being a social service organization, the clinic offers low-cost services so that no one is left out in attaining the HIV/STD care services. They have multiple payment options, and they extend a hand to low-income persons by providing a sliding scale mode of payment.
1061 N Bechtle Ave, Springfield, OH 45504, USA
All residents of Lima city and the Allen County at large are qualified for HIV and STD testing.
At Allen County Health clinic HIV and STD services are offered at a low cost, and they have multiple payment options making the services affordable and accessible to everyone to know their status.
219 E Market St, Lima, OH 45801, USA
All residents of Allen County are eligible to access the services offered by the clinic.
Equitas Health Lima clinic makes Health care accessible to people living with HIV/AIDS. This should encourage the Allen community to get screened to ensure that the infections are minimized.
658 W Market St #215, Lima, OH 45801, USA
Residents of Allen County are qualified for free HIV testing. Other services are charged at a small fee, and low scale fee payment is applied.
Champaign Health District is a social service department that offers low-cost services to the community to ensure that as many people get tested.
1512 US-68 Q100, Urbana, OH 43078, USA
No one is denied services due to lack of funds to pay for services. HIV testing is free, and other services are charged at a low cost. A sliding scale is applicable depending on an individual's income. Insurance is accepted, and you are required to take your details at the time of service.
Sidney/Shelby County Health Department STD Clinic charges a minimal fee and accepts insurance to accommodate as many residents as possible.
202 W Poplar St, Sidney, OH 45365, USA
Everyone is welcome at Mercy Health – Urgent care, regardless of their ability to pay for the services offered. They accept most insurance and also work with their patients to establish a payment plan.
Medical care at Mercy Health – Urgent Care is top-notch and welcoming to the entire community. Their financial assistance to those who may not afford is a feature that should attract the residents of Lima to get tested and be aware of their HIV/STDs status.
2195 Allentown Rd, Lima, OH 45805, USA
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