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STD rates are going up quickly in South Dakota, and medical professionals are even finding chlamydia cases in children 10 years and under and in seniors. STDs were better under control a short decade ago, but now many are making a comeback due to decreased condom use.
Health officials also blame budget cuts in the public health sector, which have led to clinics being closed. Many people in South Dakota have to drive some ways to find a clinic. If one is poor or cannot get off work, this is a problem that could lead to the disease remaining undetected and untreated.
In 2016, the HIV prevalence rate in Pennington County was 79.9 per 100K people, a little above South Dakota’s rate of 74.6. The same year, the county had a chlamydia rate of 576.8 per 100K people, above the state rate of 504.5. The gonorrhea and (primary and secondary) syphilis rates were 261.3 and 0.
The Community Health Center of the Black Hills on Pine St provides STI testing and rapid HIV testing on a sliding fee scale. The Community Health Center on Van Buren St also offers STD testing. Watch the community calendar, especially during STD Awareness Month, to see if any free STD testing events are available.
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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Founded in 1985, Volunteers of America, Northern Rockies is a non-profit organization that serves South Dakota residents residing in the Black Hills by providing quality health care aimed at empowering people from all walks of life. It has an HIV Prevention Program that offers STD testing and treatment referral services. HIV testing is available onsite so you may be able to receive prompt results.
In 1992, the Rapid City Community Health Center was formed with the sole purpose of providing health care to the underserved and uninsured in Rapid City. The facility later grew from a single clinic to over 10 health-care facilities. With an increase in size, the health center was able to reach a large group of people, and it changed its name to Community Health Center of the Black Hills. It offers dental, mental, and medical services, including testing and treating STDs.
Sanford Health is an organization that has 44 hospitals that deliver health services in 26 states. The American philanthropist Denny Sanford’s donations go a long way in aiding low-income individuals to receive proper medical care at the health center. The physicians on staff are proficient in testing and treating multiple STDs.
Sioux Falls Clinic is a Planned Parenthood health center that offers comprehensive medical services to the residents of Sioux Falls and its neighborhood. Its medical team is competent in offering services such as birth control, pregnancy, men’s and women’s health care as well as STD testing and treatment. Physicians offer rapid HIV tests, and they may release the results in approximately 20 to 30 minutes.
The Indian Health Service is a component of the Department of Health and Human Services, and it aims at providing health care to state-recognized tribes. This arrangement began in 1787, and the IHS advocates for the Indian People and strives to enhance their health. The facility has health-care providers who are skilled in testing, diagnosing, and treating STDs.
Regional Health is a community-based health center whose headquarters are based in Rapid City. It has an urgent care center that is dedicated to providing quick medical care to everyone who walks through its doors. The facility has infectious disease specialists who are efficient in testing and treating STDs.
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Any resident is entitled to receive free HIV services at the organization.
The health center offers free HIV services to everyone. Moreover, PLWHA may receive comprehensive services funded by the Ryan White Foundation if they visit the organization. You may contact the clinic to book your appointment, but you can also walk-in at a convenient time.
111 New York St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
Most insurance holders, including those with Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurances, may seek medical care at the clinic. Additionally, if you’re uninsured, you may qualify for the CHCBH Discount Program to receive low-cost services via self-pay means. However, to qualify for the program, clients ought to have proof of income during their first appointments.
In addition to STD services, the facility has a medication assistance program that aids clients in receiving low-cost medication. The physicians prefer to work by scheduled appointments, and you may call ahead to receive same-day appointments if you need urgent services. The clinic has a patient portal where clients can review their health records and request for medication.
350 Pine St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
Sanford Health accepts most insurance covers, including Medicare, for payment for services. The health center also offers low-cost STD testing since its prices are based on a sliding fee scale.
Anybody who needs STD services from the facility should schedule an appointment. To effectively serve diverse communities, the organization offers language translation services. Moreover, the health center’s staff offers comprehensive STD services to everyone who visits the facility.
703 S Broadway, Watertown, SD 57201, USA
Any insured person may call the health center to confirm whether it accepts the coverage for STD services. Additionally, uninsured persons may qualify to receive low STD services via a sliding fee scale or a state-funded program.
If you need assistance with language interpretation, the staff may be able to provide this service once you call ahead and request. Moreover, according to your preferred choice, you can walk into the health center to receive STD care or schedule an appointment.
6511 W 41st St, Sioux Falls, SD 57106, USA
To receive health care in this clinic, you must be a Native American of Indian descent or Alaska Native. The facility offers free HIV testing, but other STD services are available at a cost. Moreover, to promote accessibility of health care, it offers low-cost STD services.
The department offers various language interpretation services, so you may check whether your native language is part of the service. Also, you may book appointments to receive care at convenient times. If you visit the clinic, you’ll find a compassionate medical team that serves clients with confidentiality.
100 Lake Traverse Drive, Sisseton, SD 57262, USA
There are no limitations to healthcare provision, therefore, despite your, insurance status, gender, age, or race, you qualify for the health center’s services. Additionally, Regional Health has Financial Assistance Programs that may benefit uninsured persons.
The urgent care team serves on a walk-in basis, so you don’t need to schedule an appointment. Moreover, physicians serve promptly so you may be in and out of the facility within an hour. Also, you may safely pay your bills online.
1303 N Lacrosse St, Rapid City, SD 57701, USA
In South Dakota, there are no state laws that require public schools to teach sexual education in school. The exception to that rule is that the state does have a law that requires school to teach character development. Character development requires that schools teach sexual abstinence. Beyond the abstinence only education requirement, students in middle school and high school are also required to learn about HIV and AIDS, though the exact specifications of the lessons are not specified by state law.
In the city sexual education coursework is generally lumped into health or family and consumer science classes. However, resources and information are fully available from the school counseling departments as well as school nurse and health offices. STD testing clinics and doctor’s offices also provide plenty of free resources for young people and adults alike with the resources and information that they need.
Information about HIV testing is among the most readily available, both through school health programs due to the HIV/AIDS education requirements and community resources. HIV testing is quick and easy through a simple blood test at a STI clinic and sometimes results are available in mere minutes rather than in days or weeks. Herpes testing is also important but less well-known. This too is a blood test but needs to be requested specifically if a person is worried that they have been exposed.
Demographics can often have a major impact on STD rates in a given area. The demographics of the city may also be influential on the sexual health, and STD statistics previously mentioned. 84.5 percent of the population in the area is Caucasian while about 10.1 percent is American Indian. One trend that has been found in Pennington County is a rapid increase in cases of gonorrhea among Native Americans. In 2012, 82 percent of gonorrhea cases statewide were among American Indians and a large increase in cases among this demographic occurred in the area.
It is time to take control of your sexual health and make sure that you are healthy and stay healthy moving forward. In order to achieve that goal, you absolutely need to get yourself tested for STDs as soon as possible. While it can be easy to just brush the idea of STD testing to the side and think that you will do it another time, the longer you wait, the longer you may be living with an untreated STD.
So, be sure to take the time and call to get your Confidential STD Screening Test scheduled as soon as possible. This will make your appointment go much faster and easier. In addition to the standard screening for chlamydia and gonorrhea, be sure that you also request an HIV test. If you are concerned about possible herpes exposure, request that test as well. Remember that getting your STD testing answers can help you to get the treatment and/or the peace of mind you need.
http://rapidcityjournal.com/lifestyles/health-med-fit/hiv-rates-remain-steady-in-state/article_8ef3a40c-8202-5d8a-853c-c3f5684cfc23.html
http://www.infoplease.com/us/census/data/south-dakota/rapid-city/demographic.html
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