Preferred Location: 701 Metairie Rd Metairie,LA 70005 Metairie Change location
Preferred Location: 701 Metairie Rd Metairie,LA 70005 Metairie Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 701 Metairie Rd Metairie,LA 70005 Metairie Change Location
Metairie, Louisiana, is part of the New Orleans metropolitan area, and that city was once ranked the 8th most sexually diseased city in the US. Louisiana, in general, has a big STD problem, due partially to insufficient sex education in schools and to high poverty levels.
Metairie’s STD rates are lower than those in New Orleans itself. In 2016, the HIV prevalence rate in Metairie’s zip codes ranged from 239 to 549 per 100K people, in contrast to rates in New Orleans that nearly hit the 4,000 mark. The same year, Jefferson Parish’s chlamydia rate was 680.3, in contrast to Orleans Parish’s 1,188.9 per 100K people.
Jefferson Parish’s gonorrhea and (primary and secondary) syphilis rates were 191.2 and 14.7.
There are some STD-testing clinics in Metairie, and even more options if you can get to New Orleans. At least one nonprofit provides free STD testing, but there may be a wait for their walk-in services.
The Jefferson Parish Health Unit on Causeway Blvd offers STD screening. Check ahead for their schedule and to see if you qualify for low-cost services. Planned Parenthood is located on Claiborne Ave, and they test for STIs and treat all except HIV. The fee is on a sliding scale and depends on your income.
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 Ochsner Medical Center (Department of Infectious Diseases) 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.
Access Health Louisiana (South Broad Community 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.
It is almost impossible to at least not be familiar with the name Planned Parenthood. They are leaders in research concerning sexual health care. Some may think they only perform one service but nothing is further from the truth.
You can easily get tested for sexually transmitted infections here. You also have the advantage of having a counselor to talk to when results are in.
The Daughters of Charity Health Center (Metairie Clinic) 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.
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: South Broad Community Health Center offers free HIV/HCV/HBV testing for uninsured and underinsured clients, STD testing on a sliding fee scale. The AHL Pharmacy offers medication delivery. AHL has several 340Best pharmacies located in New Orleans, LA.
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Description: Access Health Louisiana Primary Care at the Pythian offers HIV/HCV/HBV testing for uninsured clients. STD testing on a sliding fee scale. The AHL pharmacy offers medication delivery. AHL has several 340Best pharmacies located in the New Orleans area.
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.
2714 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119, 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.
Ochsner Medical Center (Department of Infectious Diseases) 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.
1514 Jefferson Hwy, Jefferson, LA 70121, 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.
Access Health Louisiana (South Broad Community 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.
3300 S Broad Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125, USA
If you call ahead you might be able to get in that day. You can also go online and look through their availability calendar and find a time that is best for you.
Anyone over 14 can get an appointment. without bringing their parents. Calling ahead can also get you enrolled in a plan that will help cover testing expenses.
You can everything from Pep and PrEP at Planned Parenthood. Free condoms are also available for men and women. After all these years, the organization is still at the forefront when it comes to protecting your sexual health.
4636 S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA 70125, 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.
111 N Causeway Blvd, Metairie, LA 70001, 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.
4640 S Carrollton Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
The trends in STD infection rates are showing that the numbers of people between the ages of 15 to 19 is increasing. State and federal authorities have worked together to launch a strategy to reach youth with mandatory sexual health education courses in the public school curriculum. It is delivered to students just prior to the age at which some may begin sexual experimentation. They learn about the consequences of unprotected sex including unwanted pregnancy and STD infection. Students who complete these courses will know where to go for a Herpes test or for HIV testing. They are also taught how to recognize some of the symptoms of certain STD infections.
Statistics show that people who are living at or below the poverty level tend to be in a higher risk category. It is believed that the reason for this is a lack of sexual health education and limited financial resources to obtain quality medical care for testing and treatment. People who have not had experience with STD infection may not fully understand the risk that they are taking by having unprotected sex. Not all STDs present symptoms in the early stages so it is possible for a person to be infected, spread the disease and not even be aware of what is going on.
Chlamydia rates are twice as high in women as they are in men. Women age 20 o 24 have the highest rates. With regard to ethnicity, Blacks are diagnosed most often followed by Whites, then Hispanics. This is one of the most common types of STD that has been reported in the last few decades. Gonorrhea is slightly higher in male populations with those age 20 to 24 having the highest rates, followed by those age 25 to 29, then age 15 to 19. Blacks have the highest number of incidences with Whites next and Hispanics the third highest.
Syphilis numbers are also on the rise in male to male sex populations. There is also a trend towards these me showing dual diagnoses with Chlamydia and Gonorrhea infections simultaneously. Men have higher rates than women do. According to age, men between 20 to 24 have the highest rates followed by age 40 to 44 with the ethnicity pattern following the same trends as for Chlamydia and Gonorrhea.
Health department officials understand that more needs to be done to enlighten the public, and in particular, the groups who are at the highest risks with sexual health information. Just spreading the word is not enough. More treatment centers with funding for low income persons is also needed. Although there are several Free STD testing centers which offer free or reduced testing rates, each of them is dependent upon funding that may become depleted before the end of the funding cycle. This means that people who are in dire need of STD testing may need to wait until there is new funding available.
Sexually transmitted diseases can cause severe health problems including issues with fertility, risk to unborn children and a degeneration of your overall general health. Who is at risk for an STD? Anyone who has had unprotected sex with a partner whose monogamy cannot be verified. There may not be any symptoms in the early stages. This means that the only way to know for certain is to get STD testing.
Ordering STD testing is fast and it is easy. It only takes a few moments of your time to visit a local lab to complete the STD testing process. Friendly and professional staff are there to provide you with private and confidential STD testing. They can answer any questions that you may have about testing, treatment referrals and when you can expect to receive your testing results. You owe it to yourself and your loved ones too find out. Don’t delay if you are at any risk at all. You’ll be glad that you did and you’ll have added peace of mind for a fuller enjoyment of life.
Reference:
http://www.cdc.gov/std/stats14/tables/6.htm
http://www.cdc.gov/std/stats14/
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