Preferred Location: 7610 Carroll Ave Takoma Park,MD 20912 Takoma Park Change location
Preferred Location: 7610 Carroll Ave Takoma Park,MD 20912 Takoma Park Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 7610 Carroll Ave Takoma Park,MD 20912 Takoma Park Change Location
As of 2017, sixty-one percent of all Montgomery County HIV cases were among non-Hispanic blacks. Fifty-one percent of those cases were spread through heterosexual sex. However, male-to-male sexual contact made up thirty-nine percent of all diagnosed HIV cases in Montgomery County, however, there’s been a sharp increase in the number of syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia cases over the past ten years as well.
In 2017, there were over 3,253 living with HIV in Montgomery County and within those statistics, over sixty-two percent were male, and twenty-seven percent were adults between the ages of fifty to fifty-nine.
Options for local STD testing include SOMOSCASA (Health Services) on University Blvd, and Marys Center (Montgomery County Clinic) on University Blvd., as well as the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services (Communicable Disease and Epidemiology) located on Dennis Ave.
Other nearby STD testing options include the Andromeda Transcultural Health Center Incorporated on Decatur Street in DC, the Us Helping Us People Into Living Incorporated and the La Clinica Del Pueblo on Belcrest Center Dr. You may also want to consider the Briggs Chaney Walk-in clinic on Outlet Dr. as another possible STD testing location that could be an option.
Some clinics provide free STD testing, however, the STD tests you receive may not be comprehensive, and you may not be able to get a prescription if you test positive for an STD. In addition, an on-site doctor’s consultation may not be available, there may be fees that aren’t upfront, and your test results may not be available immediately.
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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Montgomery Infectious Disease Associates is a satellite facility of the Privia Medical Group and is an expert physician led medical group.
The facility is approximately 30 years old and has formed solid collaborations with referring health-care providers that has ensured all of their patients receive maximum medical attention and positive results.
Mary's Center was founded in 1988 by a group of health activists with the aim of meeting mothers' needs. Flower Avenue Center was later opened in 2008 to serve Sliver Spring residents.
The organization operates on a social change model that focuses on eradicating the challenges that lead to poor health such as poverty. Furthermore, it has integrated its health care to community services as a move to help family members, especially children, maintain proper health so as to achieve their educational milestones.
Family and Medical Counselling Incorporated is a non-profit community heath center established in 1976 with the aim of providing holistic and comprehensive health services to individuals and families.
The facility has several on-site health-care providers that are well-trained to offer quality medical services to every client that walks in regardless of social status or family backgrounds. Additionally, it is also equipped with enough testing facilities for its wide range of patient services.
Suitland is a satellite clinic of Planned Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington DC Incorporated, which is one of the nation's largest sex educators. The facility focuses on provision of proper family planning methods as well as STD and HIV testing services.
The clinic always has physicians available on site ready to attend to patients during specified hours of operation. It is also equipped with enough facilities to offer quality testing and treatment services.
The department of health and human services is the largest department of the county government of Montgomery. It is responsible for the residents' health and human services. Furthermore, it provides various medical assistance programs for low-income earners.
The facility is highly equipped and staffed to offer a wide variety of services such as colorectal cancer screening, HIV dental services, maternal and infant health, minority health, and so on.
This facility was developed by the county government department of health to provide comprehensive HIV/AIDS and STD medical care to uninsured and under-insured persons living with the diseases.
The facility has a fully-fledged HIV/AID Program (HAP) team that includes medical specialists, counselors, sex awareness educators, and administrative personnel. It is also properly-equipped with lab equipment for precise health assessments.
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Description: Public Health Department/Social Services Department. STD testing (call for appointment) offered to Montgomery County residents only. HIV testing (call for testing hours) is offered to County residents and non-residents alike. Must bring an ID. A $60 fee will be collected for STI screening visits. The fee will include any treatment(s) associated with the visit. Medicaid insurance plans require an insurance card and picture ID.
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There are no specific requirements for getting treatment from this center.
The clinic has nationally recognized doctors and physicians that are highly specialized in the field of infectious diseases.
Furthermore, the reputable health-care providers focus on treating the individual as a whole by issuing full body diagnosis and treatment based on current signs and symptoms as well as past evidence.
The facility ensures privacy of medical records through SSL data encryption and adherence to the latest privacy standards.
8630 Fenton St #700, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA
The clinic treats everyone irrespective of their financial status, gender, and ability to pay.
The health-care providers offer extra attention and monitoring for accurate diagnoses that allows them to provide customized prescriptions for each individual for more personalized treatment and positive health outcomes.
8709 Flower Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20901, USA
To qualify for treatment in this center, you have to provide proof of residence in the county as well as income documents.
The center has a client-based approach that focuses on the individual needs of a patient, assuring everyone gets maximum care and treatment.
The facility also has an online platform that provides access to all your medical records, appointment history, lab results, and prescription refills.
5936 Martin Luther King Jr Hwy, Seat Pleasant, MD 20743, USA
Patients need to provide proof of income in order to get free STD testing. There is no exact age requirement for STD testing.
Booking of appointments in this center is easy and convenient since it can be done at any time online or offline. Furthermore, birth control prescriptions can be delivered to your doorstep directly from the health center, therefore female patients don't need to visit the pharmacy all the time.
5001 Silver Hill Rd #103, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20746, USA
The center provides STD testing services for Montgomery County residents only. Proof of income is required for those wishing to get STD testing services.
STD testing services are charged based on the number of services provided and free testing is done for patients under 21 years. Rapid HIV testing is free for everyone and eligibility is based on proof of income.
2000 Dennis Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20902, USA
Only residents of Suburban Maryland who are HIV positive and uninsured or underinsured are eligible for free STD treatment services in this center.
The facility's specialized care, thorough counseling, and detailed health assessment enables visitors to get quality and effective health services. Additionally, the clinic offers free health assessment and case management such as medical assistance and emergency financial aid for HIV positive individuals. Counseling is also free.
3003 Hospital Dr #1055, Hyattsville, MD 20785, USA
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