Preferred Location: 1676 Mulkey Rd, Suite 100 Austell,GA 30106 Austell Change location
Preferred Location: 1676 Mulkey Rd, Suite 100 Austell,GA 30106 Austell Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 1676 Mulkey Rd, Suite 100 Austell,GA 30106 Austell Change Location
The number of individuals diagnosed with HIV infections in Cobb County, where Powder Springs is a city, almost doubled from a prevalence rate of 1,692 reported in both 2014 and 2015 to 2,853 in 2020. There was a spike from an incidence rate of 2,031 in 2016 to 2,664 recorded in 2018.
Data from the Georgia Department of Public Health, Office of Health Indicators for Planning indicated a progressive increase in the incidence rate of Chlamydia infections in the county over the past few years. A rate of 522.3 per 100,000 persons was reported in 2019, compared to 514.9 and 472.3 in 2017 and 2015, respectively.
Gonorrhea infections showed fluctuations, with a 55.6% increase in rate from 97.7 in 2014 to 152.0 in 2017. In 2019, the number of infections in the county prevailed at 136.4 per 100,000 individuals.
The rate of Syphilis infections remained relatively constant between 2014 and 2017, recorded at 34.1 and 38.6 per 100,000 individuals, respectively. However, there was a 20.2% increase in 2019 to a rate of 46.4.
Cobb & Douglas Public Health has an HIV/STD Prevention program that provides free condoms and sex education materials to sexually active city and county residents to prevent further infections. It works with the Georgia Department of Public Health to promote testing, surveillance, risk-reduction counseling, and treatment. It also offers social and medical referrals and assists with partner notification and follow-ups for those diagnosed with infections.
You can visit Planned Parenthood - Cobb Health Center for STD/HIV screening services. Other healthcare facilities include ANYTIME MD URGENT CARE, Emory hospital, and Wellstar Paulding Hospital.
Some clinics in the city offer free STD testing services, but some tests are free but not comprehensive, and you may have to endure inconvenient hours for you to get tested.
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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Someone Cares Inc of Atlanta is a non-profit organization that aims to exceed expectations of care for people living with or vulnerable to HIV/AIDS. As such, it is a holistic provider of HIV testing, resources, education and care coordiantion.
It particularly targets under-served communities and has been recognized for its efforts through a series of awards, including by the City of Atlanta and via the Black AIDS Institute Community Service Award. It has also been recognized as the leading LGBTQ+ social service organization in Georgia. Based in Marietta, GA it is around 11 miles from Powder Springs, GA.
The Women's Health Clinic is in Austell, GA, around 5 miles from Powder Springs, GA and has been serving the community for 35 years.
The clinic offers a range of women's health services as well as STD testing and HIV testing. Its prevention services are also tailored to women and involve contraception and/or STD counselling.
Testing is conducted using a urinalysis, vaginal swab or blood test and sometimes a Pap smear. Appointments are recommended.
The Paulding County Health Department is 11 miles away from Powder Springs, GA in Dallas, GA. It offers wide-ranging health services including STD testing and treatment, HIV testing and coordination of care and counselling. It has a staff of Public Health Nurse Specialists focusing on education and disease prevention and works with other partners for the wider health protection of the community.
While the department is publicly funded it also receives donations. Free STD testing may not be available if you exceed income thresholds. The health clinic accepts walk-ins at 7:30 am.
Peachtree Immediate Care is an urgent care facility located near the Home Depot on Jimmy Lee Smith Parkway in Hiram, GA, around 5 miles from Powder Springs, GA. The facility runs a range of urgent services, which it aims to deliver quickly without compromising on quality and care to its patients. Its emphasis is on convenience and accessibility. Both HIV and STD testing is available at this clinic.
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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: Get Fast, Easy and Affordable testing at this location. Results come back within 2 business days and be in and out of the lab in less then 20 minutes.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. The cost of services depends on the number of people in your family and your income (a sliding fee scale). Please provide proof of income the day of your appointment. 3rd Wednesday of the month, opens at 9am after staff meeting
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Hepatitis A and HPV vaccines provided to those under 19 through the VFC program. The clinic will be closed on the first Thursday of each month from 11 am – 2 pm for staff meeting/lunch
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. The cost of services depends on the number of people in your family and your income (a sliding fee scale). 3rd Thursday of the month, clinic opens at 9am after staff meeting
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Description: Community Based Organization. Note Tues. and Thurs. extended hours 6pm-9pm
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. The cost of services depends on the number of people in your family and your income (a sliding fee scale). Please provide proof of income the day of your appointment. On the 3rd Wednesday of the month, the clinic opens at 9am after staff meeting
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Description: Community Based Organization. Ages 18 and over. AHRC provides free and confidential HIV and HCV to individuals who are engaged in high-risk activities (Intravenous Drug Users (IDU), Men who have sex with Men (MSM), Survival Sex-workers (SSW), and African American (AA). Free condoms available. AHRC has partnered with the Fulton County Department of Health to provide PrEP free of charge to qualified individuals.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. Ryan White services by appointment only. Closed daily from 12noon-1pm
Free HIV testing and STD testing is available for everyone. Some visitors may also be able to access free PrEP.
The organization provides free HIV and STD testing only 11 miles from Powder Springs, GA with dedicated HIV support, which may make up for the occasional difficulty to get an appointment or lack of communication.
1950 Spectrum Cir STE 200, Marietta, GA 30067, USA
The clinic is focused on women. Free STD testing may be available if it is included within your medical coverage. You are asked to share your medical history and current medications.
The clinic is conveniently located for Powder Springs, GA residents, just 5 miles away from the locale. Past patients have been pleased with the service at all levels of the clinic from receptionist to on-site doctors.
1810 Mulkey Rd #102, Austell, GA 30106, USA
Insurances are accepted and fees are applied on a sliding scale. Therefore, you may qualify for free STD testing and free HIV testing if you are on a low income.
The Paulding County Health Department is well equipped to conduct thorough STD and HIV testing and you can access treatment and care coordination in the same place. You need to be willing to travel 10 miles to reach the clinic if you are based in Powder Springs, GA.
451 Jimmy Campbell Pkwy, Dallas, GA 30157, USA
All services must be paid for but free HIV and STD testing may be available under some insurance plans depending on your policy. The facility has a list of insurances it accepts. It also applies a tiered approach to self-pay.
The clinic is a central and nearby location for Powder Springs, GA residents and the service has been known to be efficient and customer-focused. There are doctors on site but the availability of free or low-cost testing is dependent on your medical coverage.
3827 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy, Hiram, GA 30141, USA
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