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Syphilis cases tripled between 2007 and 2017, reaching 8.5 cases per 100K people, with 80% of those infected residing in Providence County.
Health officials speculate that the rise in known cases could be partially due to increased and improved testing, but it’s still a worrying statistic. In 2017, the chlamydia rate in Providence County was 622.6. And in 2016, there were 294 cases of gonorrhea.
For both chlamydia and gonorrhea, there has been a spike in diagnoses of teens.
In 2015, 54 people in Providence County were diagnosed with HIV. Health officials recommend regular testing and condom use (they are concerned that condom use has decreased). Some organizations hold free STD testing events during STD Awareness Month to combat the problem.
With all of Providence’s medical expertise, there are plenty of STD-testing clinics in the city, so you should be able to find a location near you. The Rhode Island Department of Public Health can diagnose and treat most STDs on a sliding fee based on your finances.
Planned Parenthood, on Broad Street, tests for most STDs. Or try the Miriam Hospital HIV/STD Clinic on Main St or the AIDS Project Rhode Island on Pleasant St.
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.
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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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APRI started in 1985 and was one of the first organizations in the state that focused on HIV/AIDS and the effect the virus has on people and the community.
They are primarily a testing and resource clinic that works to improve their clients access to quality and affordable care. They do have rapid testing for the 3 STDs they screen for. You only have to wait minutes, instead of days to learn your status.
AIDS Cares is one of the largest agencies in the state that is working to eradicate HIV and Hepatitis C. They are primarily staffed by volunteers, though some do have medical training or degrees.
Testing is done by a technician that is certified by the state. This includes their mobile unit. They do have rapid testing which lets you learn your results in minutes.
ACOS is part of one of the largest HIV/AIDS resource and testing centers in the state. They started in 1987 and have continued to grow since then.
Along with providing necessary help and resources to those affected by HIV/AIDS, they also have rapid screenings during certain hours.
The STD Clinic at Miriam Hospital is run by a team of dedicated health care professionals. They are part of a larger network with locations across the state and county. Since this part of the hospital only focuses on sexually transmitted infections, you know that you are in good hands when it's time to get tested.
Planned Parenthood has a history going back to 1916. They have always been leaders in STD prevention, education and testing. They have a staff of physicians, nurses and other support personnel.
It will be a counselor who greets you when you come in. This is the time to ask any questions before a clinician administers the test. Rapid HIV testing is here, other results will take longer to return from the lab.
The clinic opened in 1999. Their goal was to provide free health services to adults that were without insurance. Today, they are still providing quality care and are lead by a team of medical professionals that volunteer their time.
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Description: AIDS Service Organization. Rhode Islanders over age 13 who are seeking a rapid HIV, hepatitis C, or syphilis testing. Walk-in testing Wednesdays 5pm-7pm; other times by appt. only
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Description: All residents of the State of Rhode Island are eligible for Health Center services. This is an LGBTQ+ safe zone clinic.
Testing is free for anyone that is 14 or older. You do not need to call ahead, just walk in during testing times.
APRI provides free services to residents in the community. They do have free testing but are not able to treat the diseases they screen for. They do provide their clients with the resources they need to be healthy for free.
9 Pleasant St, Providence, RI 02906, USA
Testing is free for everyone that comes in. The only qualification is age. You must be at least 14.
AIDS Cares is an education and prevention center that has free testing. You can stop by when they're open. No need to call ahead.
You can find this clinic on Broad St. It's actually not too far from the local Planned Parenthood. If you are wondering about parking, the center does have a private lot for patients.
557 Broad St, Providence, RI 02907, USA
You can come in anytime they offer testing. It is free and they won't ask any questions if you just want to get in and out. There are occasionally wait times, but they are usually pretty short. Often less than 30 minutes before a clinician is ready to see you.
ACOS is primarily a place where you can go to find the resources you need to live a healthy life, even while dealing with HIV or AIDS.
They do have free rapid testing for anyone that comes in. You can also get free condoms along with learning about other preventative measures.
605 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907, USA
All testing is confidential, however the clinic does charge a fee. If you are only coming in for testing, no appointment is needed. You might want to get there a little early since it is only offered for a few hours, 3 days a week.
The Miriam Hospital HIV/STD Clinic works only with patients that think they might be or are positive for a sexually transmitted disease.
They do charge for their services, including the prescriptions they can provide. However, if you need more than antibiotics you will be referred to a different clinic.
1125 N Main St, Providence, RI 02904, USA
Is it time for testing? If so, call the clinic for an appointment. You can also find out about their reduced fees and if you need to bring anything to qualify. If you don't have any questions, just go to their website and use their appointment calendar.
Planned Parenthood's health center is on Broad St. Its not far from Brown University and does have many of the college's students as their patients.
You do need to call before popping in. This is also the time to ask about reduced fees.
175 Broad St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
Testing is free at the clinic. They only thing you need to do is register as a patient. You do not need to provide insurance information, only prove that you are 14 or above.
This is a free clinic for all of their health care services. This includes testing for some sexually transmitted diseases. You do need to become a patient. This can be easily done online. You just have to remember that this is a clinic for teens and adults. Children cannot be treated here.
Hindle Memorial Building, 655 Broad St, Providence, RI 02907, USA
Remember, you live in a state with fewer square miles, and this automatically means that there will be less places to go if you want to be proactive about STDs and your health. This doesn’t mean that you’ll have to cross state lines, though there are clinics that will accept you there.
Planned Parenthood of Southern New England is all around you. One of their most convenient locations is on Point Street. They are determined to keep their doors open regardless of legislative funding, all to continue to see to your health. STD tests are part of their services, and they keep evening and weekend hours to ensure that everyone has the same opportunity to see a health professional. Fees can be waived, and insurance is accepted. You just need to let them know you’re on your way.
Providence Community Health Centers (PCHC) has a center on Candace St. Tests for Hepatitis C and other infectious diseases are available for anyone that has enrolled as a patient. Insurance is a plus, but not necessary. Their centers will see anyone that needs to be evaluated. Make sure that you go through the enrollment process if this is your first choice. There is another office on Warren Way if this is closer for you.
Syphilis may be the “new” old disease that is garnering recent attention, but HIV and AIDS haven’t gone away either. The autoimmune deficiency virus and its predecessor are starting to place Providence on a health warning map that they would rather not be a part of. To prevent this, have an HIV test every time a clinic screens you for sexually transmitted diseases.
If you didn’t do this or need an additional test, anyplace that look for STDs can probably check for the infectious virus. For those that want to double check or have placed themselves in a potentially risky environment, go down Pleasant St. you’ll see the building for the AIDS project of Rhode Island.
Anyone 13 years and older will been seen and tested, if that’s why they’re there. It’s an organization so fees can be waived, but this also results in lines that can extend past the doors.
AIDS Care Ocean State, Broad St., has the same operating premise and services as their associates on Pleasant St. What sets them apart from others is that they have both types of HIV blood tests, rapid and conventional. If you need to know your results now, choose rapid over the other.
Miriam Hospital has a variety of health related services, and they are open to those not lucky enough to have insurance. Sometimes, it can even be free or low cost. This policy applies to both types of HIV blood tests. You don’t even have to become part of their network to access these benefits.
If you don’t mind a 10 mile or so drive through gorgeous county, Health Imperatives and Thundermist Health Center of Woonsocket aren’t that far away. Both have tests that can provide your HIV status in minutes. Sometimes it can be worth the short distance to find out if you are safe or need to start immediate treatment.
Sex education has changed for the better, and now bills are in play to introduce the concept of consensual sex. This is a huge leap forward for a town that is predominately viewed as conservative.
More than “just saying no” is being taught in schools, but students are leaving complaining that they feel like much was missing. Are contraceptives effective and only “gays” catch diseases are questions that they don’t seem to have the right answers too. When they enter into any one of the college campuses in Providence they usually become another statistic on the county’s health chart.
PPRI has helped introduce some of the new educational measures, and they are as active in the community as they have always been. Classes are open to the public, and you can find literature in every exam room. Condoms are free, and they will explain to you that they really work, you don’t have to ask.
They are not the only ones that are reaching out to the people they serve. AIDS Project RI and AIDS Care Ocean State are other social groups that are trying to serve the community. Events are held by both organizations, you can just show up, learn and participate.
The Marble House is worth a visit, and so is Roger Williams Park and Zoo. Who can’t help but smile at the red pandas playing in one of their natural habitat exhibits? The Touro Synagogue is also open for tours, it dates back to 1763. What isn’t widely toured are the STD clinics. Don’t want to mess up your schedule? If that’s your excuse, Providence has private labs that will have you gone before a parking meter expires.
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