Preferred Location: 1044 State Street Schenectady,NY 12307 Hamilton Hill Change location
Preferred Location: 1044 State Street Schenectady,NY 12307 Hamilton Hill Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 1044 State Street Schenectady,NY 12307 Hamilton Hill Change Location
The historic city of Schenectady, NY, is in the midst of an STD outbreak with 875 new cases of chlamydia in 2017, an increase of 44 diagnoses from the previous year.
It’s not just chlamydia. County health officials also reported an increase in gonorrhea with the number of diagnoses doubling between 2015 and 2017.
The New York State Department is concerned about a spike in HIV diagnoses in Schenectady County. From 2015 to 2016, the number of new cases went up by 16 percent. In 2017, new diagnoses doubled from 2016.
STD testing is available throughout the Capital Region with several locations in the City of Schenectady. The area has a few Planned Parenthood health centers including one in the city’s downtown, which is also on a main bus route.
Another location along the main bus route is the Hometown Health Center that provides STD testing, treatment, and follow-up care. They have a second location nearby in the city of Amsterdam. The county health department’s testing occurs at the Schenectady clinic.
The Ellis Hospital primary care facility at the former St. Claires Campus provides STI and HIV screenings. The location also offers a treatment program for HIV patients following a positive test.
While free STI screenings might be available, there is no guarantee you can get a fast appointment to treat immediate concerns and possible symptoms. Plus, the clinic may have income requirements for free STD testing.
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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The Hometown Health Center (HHC) is a community-based care facility with more than 40-years of service. They are a not-for-profit and a federally qualified health center for Schenectady County. HHC is fully staffed with licensed medical professionals.
The Whitney Young Health's Community Prevention & Treatment Services (CPTS) has complete accreditation and a fully trained staff for identifying and treating infectious diseases. The center offers walk-in hours at their Albany clinic and rapid HIV testing that offers results in 20 to 40 minutes with a simple blood finger prick.
The Alliance for Positive Health is a community-based, confidential testing location with counselors available to help with your diagnosis when necessary. Results for HIV are available in 30-minutes and all other tests outcomes take one week. The rapid HIV test is done with a finger prick and gonorrhea and chlamydia screenings are urine tests.
Albany Medical Center (AMC) is one of the top facilities in the state and they offer HIV and STD testing and treatment services centered around adolescents and young adults. The specialized clinic is located in AMC's new children's hospital.
Planned Parenthood has a long history of providing sexual health care services. The Schenectady location has a physician, registered nurses, and nurse practitioners on staff to assist with STD screening, education, treatment, and prevention.
Planned Parenthood is a caring organization with qualified medical professionals on staff and a long history of providing sexual health care through testing, treatment, and prevention. They offer free testing for some STDs and refer patients to other medical providers after HIV diagnoses.
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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: Hep C testing for IV drug users. Primarily serve females, but will treat their male partners as needed. Scheduling phone line open 8am-7pm M-F
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Description: Social Service Organization. If you are uninsured, you may qualify for a state-funded program or a lower fee scale. Please bring the following documents: birth certificate or passport, 4 most recent weeks' pay stubs, official photo ID, proof of New York State residence. Teen walk-in clinic Thurs., 3:00pm-6:00pm
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Description: Hospital. Services for youth ages 13-24. If you are over the age of 23, call 518-262-6923 for information about PrEP.
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For STD testing you need to make an appointment or go to the weekly clinic that's open every Tuesday from 5 pm to 7 pm. Bring proof of income for free and reduced-fee testing.
The center is conveniently located on a bus line. They have a caring, qualified medical staff to help with scheduling and billing matters. Appointments are available in the evening and on Saturdays.
1044 State St, Schenectady, NY 12307, USA
There is no income limit for STD testing at this center. They accept most health insurances and offer a sliding fee scale for income-qualified patients. If you have insurance, a copay may be required for tests and any follow-up treatment.
The health facility provides patient-centered care for STD testing, including HIV, and any necessary aftercare services. The staff is well-qualified, caring, and the center is on a bus line for convenient access.
1804 2nd Ave, Watervliet, NY 12189, USA
All STD testing at this location is free. No appointment, insurance, or proof of income is necessary. Always inquire about payment information upon arrival.
With couples testing, walk-in hours, and rapid testing for HIV, HCV, and syphilis, the medical clinic on the main city bus route is an ideal location for STD testing.
155 Erie Blvd, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA
The center offers services for young adults up to age 23. Patients under 18 may require parental permission. Free testing and other services may be available to income-qualified patients.
AMC's care and testing facility for HIV and other STDs is an ideal location for people ages 13 to 23. The professional staff is thoroughly trained and qualified to work with adolescents and young adults. Current patients receive transition services to adult-only testing and care upon aging out of the program. You can easily access the youth clinic through the Capital District's bus lines that run between Schenectady and Albany.
43 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208, USA
Most HIV and STD testing services are free at this location.
Planned Parenthood offers same and next day appointments. Some services may be available during walk-in hours on Mondays beginning at 3 pm, Wednesdays from 2 pm, and Fridays 8 am until close.
All appointments are confidential, and rapid HIV testing in 20 to 40 minutes is available for fast results. The center is located the city's main bus line in the downtown area.
1040 State St, Schenectady, NY 12307, USA
Most STD testing, including HIV, is free and confidential. No income eligibility or health insurance is necessary for specific tests. Treatment and follow-up care may be subject to copays for patients with insurance. Income eligible patients without insurance may qualify for free or low-cost care.
Planned Parenthood offers discreet, complete STD testing services. All medical and support staff are professional and caring. For non-English speakers, telephone interpretation services are also available at this location.
4803 State Highway/30 KEM Plaza, Amsterdam, NY 12010, USA
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