Preferred Location: 521 Mt Pleasant Dr, Ste 202 Scranton,PA 18503 Scranton Change location
Preferred Location: 521 Mt Pleasant Dr, Ste 202 Scranton,PA 18503 Scranton Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 521 Mt Pleasant Dr, Ste 202 Scranton,PA 18503 Scranton Change Location
Health officials in Pennsylvania are worried about rising STD rates. However, Scranton’s rates aren’t among the highest.
In 2015, Lackawanna County’s HIV prevalence rate was 161 per 100K people. In 2016, the chlamydia rate was 239.7 per 100K people, well under Pennsylvania’s rate of 444.7. The gonorrhea and (primary and secondary) syphilis rates were 25.5 and 0.9.
Don’t start getting smug at your low STD rates, Scranton. STDs are preventable, and those rates should still go down. Health officials urge every sexually active person to always use protection and to get tested often, even if you are not experiencing symptoms.
Most STDs are asymptomatic in the beginning but can cause lasting problems if left undetected and untreated—not to mention that they can still be passed along.
Scranton only has a few STD-testing clinics, but you should be able to find something. At one educational institution, free STD testing is available for students who have paid the fee. Scranton Primary Health Care Center, on Wyoming Ave, does STI testing on a sliding fee scale.
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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The Wright Center for Community Health has been a resource center to PLWHA for more than a decade. It provides a full continuum of HIV care including links to special care for patients diagnosed positive and HIV confidential testing services. The facility adopts a holistic approach to HIV care by offering support groups, social engagement activities, and connecting infected persons to community and government resources.
Caring Communities For AIDS is a nonprofit community-based organization located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. The organization was established in 1991 during the HIV/AIDS epidemic to help those with HIV. The clinic provides food, clothing, housing, and specialized medical care to infected patients to ensure they live a dignified life, and it also offers free HIV screening and treatment services.
Scranton Primary Health Care Center is a multi-specialty clinic providing comprehensive health care services, including internal medicine, pediatrics, prenatal clinics, and gynecological services. The clinic also provides confidential STD screening and treatment and case management services to diagnosed patients.
The goal of Wilkes Barre Medical Center of Wilkes Barre, PA is to provide and promote access to essential reproductive health services and education to the community. Being a Planned Parenthood facility, the clinic provides comprehensive STD screening and treatment as part of its sexual health services and also advocates for sexual rights for all persons.
Lackawanna County State Health Center is committed to promoting healthy lifestyles by preventing injuries and diseases through the delivery of quality health care the county residents and visitors. It uses community-based strategies to reduce illnesses and deaths due to major health threats, and it also provides confidential STD services through its sexual health clinic.
The mission of Lake Scranton Urgent Care is to promote the health and well-being of the local community by providing quality and accessible medical care. The clinic utilizes up-to-date treatment techniques and is staffed with trained licensed staff to meet patients’ needs. It provides services including acute illness, DOT, and discreet STD testing. It also has a referral system.
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Insured clients may be eligible for HIV services, and uninsured persons may qualify for Charity Programs, which provide discounted rates for most health services. You may be eligible for HIV testing services no matter your age, gender, sex, or ethnic background.
The Wright Center for Community Health provides comprehensive medical care to HIV patients, transportation assistance, and housing services to infected patients. Interpretation services for non-native speakers are also available at the clinic.
640 Madison Ave, Scranton, PA 18510, USA
The clinic has no gender, color, age, income level, or race qualifications for HIV services. It's also a member of most insurance plans. Therefore, covered patients may be eligible for HIV services. Indigent care individuals may qualify for discounted prices based on proof of income and household size.
Caring Communities has a team of dedicated health nurses providing PLWHA with services such as linking infected patients to care to ensure they receive maximum care, which may not be available at the clinic.
69 Public Square 67 Suite 508, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, USA
Insured patients may be eligible for STD services since the facility accepts major insurance plans, and a sliding fee scale may be offered to underserved and uninsured patients. The clinic doesn't deny the patient's STD services regardless of their gender, age, or income levels.
Scranton Primary Health Care Center has an in-house lab sufficiently equipped to provide fast and concise STD results. It also provides annual PAP tests to women to prevent and detect cervical cancer.
959 Wyoming Ave, Scranton, PA 18509, USA
The Planned Parenthood facility does not deny anyone STD services in spite of their color, sex, age, gender, or income levels. It also provides STD services to both insured and uninsured patients. However, the latter may receive treatment on a sliding fee scale.
The Planned Parenthood of Wilkes Barre has quality laboratory equipment, which allows physicians to provide precise STD results in a warm and friendly environment. Couples are also advised to practice safe sex through the facility’s Sex and Relationships Education Programs.
101 N Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701, USA
The health department has no prejudicial treatment when providing STD services based on gender, color, race, or income levels. It is also in partnership with most insurance companies, thus insured patients may receive STD services. However, uninsured patients may qualify for state-funded programs.
The Health Department Center has experienced health physicians providing a wide range of medical services to promote a healthy community. It also provides free parking for its visitors and free condoms to eligible persons.
100 Lackawanna Ave Rm 110, Scranton, PA 18503, USA
The clinic accepts multiple payment methods, including credit cards, cash, and checks as well as major insurance covers. Uninsured persons may benefit from a sliding fee scale program offered by the clinic, and the medical team does not discriminate against gender, age, color, or religion when providing STD services.
The medical facility is open seven days a week, hence you may receive comprehensive STD services conveniently. It also provides general care services for non-emergent health issues and has expert qualified staff.
1141 Moosic St #3, Scranton, PA 18505, USA
Women, specifically younger women, are significantly more likely to be at-risk for STDs in the region. As the following data shows, cases rates in this age group are much higher than they are across other age demographics.
Without proper education, it’s easy for this problem to spiral out of control. Many public schools in the region are increasing their efforts to expand sexual education programs. Through educational seminars, packets, and presentations, students are better able to understand the risks of unsafe sex and becoming sexually active. If students have the tools to mitigate those risks, rates of disease transmission will continue to fall.
Lackawanna residents face a significant obstacle in that sexual education is not required under Pennsylvania law. It’s up to community members to put pressure on school boards to provide appropriate sexual education, particularly among High School students.
HIV and Herpes testing is available, and there are clinics that are ready to help. It’s only a blood test, and don’t worry about any pain. You really won’t feel a thing, and have nothing to fear.
While young people as a whole are significantly more at-risk for STD related complications, young African-American women are the most likely to contract STDs. African-Americans are also significantly more likely to be below the poverty line. As a result, they are much less likely to have access to clinics or sexual health testing information. The transmission rates of HIV reflect this reality.
Around 22 percent of residents are at or below the poverty line, according to census data. These people struggle constantly in the effort to assess their sexual health due to poor access to clinics. Consult our list of area clinics to see if there is a free testing location that is near your home. On a positive note, STDs do not rank among the leading causes of death for young residents of the county. This trend will continue as long as education and testing efforts spread throughout the region. Make an effort to educate members of at-risk demographics about the importance of regular STD testing.
Without a concerted effort from members of at-risk communities, they will continue to struggle relative to the rest of the population. Consider passing along the information that is listed on our website to community members you know that could be struggling with sexual health issues. If your demographic is most at risk, it is your personal responsibility to ensure that you are practicing safe sex.
To sum everything up, this is a real health concern. You don’t have to worry uneccessarily, there’s a way to learn your STD status without giving up your privacy. STI clinics strive to provide a comfortable environment, where you can remain anonymous. Best of all, you often get same day results so you can cease worrying and get back to your life.
Each page below contains a detailed report of the local area, location STD statistics and clinic reviews of some the top STD testing locations. The content is curated by our very own editors and medical experts.
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