Preferred Location: 15259 Southwest Freeway Sugar Land,TX 77478 First Colony Commons Change location
Preferred Location: 15259 Southwest Freeway Sugar Land,TX 77478 First Colony Commons Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 15259 Southwest Freeway Sugar Land,TX 77478 First Colony Commons Change Location
According to the Texas STD Surveillance annual report of 2018, Stafford, TX, which is in Ford Bend county recorded alarming rates of STD/HIV infections. HIV cases escalated from 643 in 2014 to 1,345 in 2019.
Chlamydia infections surged from a rate of 189.6 in 2011 to a rate of 408.8 with 3,221 cases in 2018. The infections were mostly among women aged 20 to 24 years.
A substantial increase was also noted in Gonorrhea cases. The infections increased from a rate of 44.5 in 2011 to a rate of 100.8 in 2018
By the end of 2018, Syphilis cases had reached a high of 148 at a rate of 18.8 from the previously reported 83 cases at rate 13.7 in 2011. Most of the infections were identified among MSMs.
To reduce the number of increasing STD infections, Fort Bend County Clinical Health Services Department has encouraged frequent testing for the sexually active people in the city annually. The health department also ensures that condoms are easily accessible by creating awareness and partnering with community-based organizations.
Stafford, TX, has several health facilities where you can receive free STD testing, but doctors' consultation may not be available, and the results might not be immediate.
Planned Parenthood- Stafford Health Center and Quick Response EMS are some of the city's facilities where you can check your sexual health. You may consider other hospitals, such as Signature Care Emergency Centre and Harris Health Ben Taub Hospital for STD/HIV services.
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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AIDS Foundation Houston is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1982 to offer HIV education and services to HIV-positive youths, adults, and their families living in and around Stafford, TX. The HIV/STD testing procedure takes about 15 minutes, and the testing counselors use oral swabs and finger stick samples. You may get your results within 60 seconds. You'll also get HIV medical care if necessary.
AccessHealth Stafford Clinic is a private, not-for-profit organization founded in 1975 to boost the health of communities surrounding Stafford, TX. The clinic has an integrated healthcare program that entails HIV/Hepatitis C prevention, treatment, and support services. You can also receive case management services and mental health care.
Grace Family Clinic offers christian-based medical solutions to people living in and around Stafford, TX, to prevent disease and maintain their health. The medical practitioners deliver a wide selection of services, including allergy treatment, immunization, management of gastrointestinal disorders, and women's health care. You can also get STD testing and treatment services if you hand in a request.
HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT works with community organizations to assess, plan, and put into practice strategies to decrease the prevalence of HIV/STDs in the City of Houston and the surrounding areas, including Stafford, TX. The staff will administer HIV/STD tests and offer you treatment solutions if you request. Other solutions include researching new treatment approaches to improve medical care services. You can also get immunization and family planning services.
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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, pay stub, photo ID.
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Description: As a comprehensive St. Hope targets unmet needs and gaps in health-related services, fostering client-centered programs to meet these needs. Also open the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month from 8am-1pm
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Description: An eligibility appointment is very important in order to assess whether or not you qualify for various programs and/or financial aid from the government. To make an appointment online, visit https://www.legacycommunityhealth.org/contact-us/. Some services, such as HIV and pregnancy testing, are available at no charge to the patient. Free walk-in HIV testing: Mon.-Thurs., 8am-6pm; Fri., 8am-8pm; Sat.,8am-4pm
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Description: Community Based Organization. All FLAS Behavioral Health and Social Services are implemented by FLAS to improve the quality of life for the members of the Latino community ages 18 and over and who reside in Houston and surrounding areas. PrEP education and referrals available.
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The health center offers free HIV/STD testing and consultation services to anyone that books an appointment.
AIDS Foundation Houston has the ART Program that connects recently diagnosed individuals into care for at least 12 months. It also features the Stone Soup Food Pantry program to deliver food assistance to PLWHA and their families. You may also get financial assistance to cover your medical bills if you have a low income.
6260 Westpark Dr #100houston, Houston, TX 77057, USA
The health center accepts public insurance and most private plans, and if you're uninsured, you'll be eligible for discounted services based on family size and household income below 200 percent of the Federal Poverty Level. HIV/Hepatitis C services are available to anyone.
AccessHealth Stafford Clinic offers telehealth and teletherapy services to patients that find it inconvenient to visit the clinic in person. You can access the website in your preferred language, including French, German, Spanish, and English. The clinic has a pharmacy that offers online prescription refill and medication counseling services. The staff assists low-income patients to enroll in the AIDS Drug Assistance Program to receive financial assistance for HIV medication.
10435 Greenbough Dr # 300, Stafford, TX 77477, USA
The staff accepts walk-in patients, but it won't turn you away if you book an appointment. The billing team accepts public and commercial insurance plans. The doctors won't charge you for STD services if you're uninsured. You may have to pay for services at the time of your appointment using cash or debit cards if your commercial insurance provider fails to pay your bill.
Grace Family Clinic has a patient portal with online payment and appointment scheduling features. It features an on-site lab implying you'll only wait for a short period before your results come out. The doctors welcome patients with referrals from other health centers.
2435 Texas Pkwy, Missouri City, TX 77489, USA
You don't need parental consent to get STD services, the staff won't deny you services due to inability to pay, and the billing team offers a sliding fee scale to patients with low income. The doctors will see you on a first-come-first-served basis.
HOUSTON HEALTH DEPARTMENT has a mobile clinic that provides STD services to disadvantaged communities in the Stafford, TX, area. You can talk to a telemedicine provider to get STD services at the comfort of your home through the OCHIN MyChart app.
8000 N Stadium Dr, Houston, TX 77054, USA
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