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Woburn, MA, less than 10 miles from Boston, is in the midst of an STD crisis. The county of Middlesex, where the city is located, is seeing a rise in a STIs. Between 2012 and 2016, the overall new infection rate increased by 37 percent.
A specific concern is chlamydia, where Middlesex is feeling the overflow from the skyrocketing rates in Boston. The county had 3,714 new cases in 2014, and by 2016, that number jumped by more than 1,000 to 4,729. Gonorrhea is also on the rise with 593 new diagnoses in 2014 going up to 877 in 2016.
Nearby in Boston, city officials have identified HIV hot spots where they need to increase educational and testing services. According to one health professional, “The perfect storm that led to the outbreak in Lawrence is present in communities across the state. It’s not going to stop in Boston and Lawrence.”
There are more than a dozen locations in the city and nearby for STD screenings. Some clinics might offer treatment and follow-up care, too.
Cambridge Health Alliance operates a few facilities in the area including the Malden Family Medicine Center on Canal St in Maiden, the Cambridge Family Health North on Massachusetts Ave, and the Somerville Hospital Primary Care Center. Each location is on a public bus route.
Another option is the AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts, Youth on Fire clinic on the corner of Massachusetts Ave and Church St in Cambridge.
Some sites may offer free STD testing. Always check if comprehensive services are available before scheduling an appointment and make sure to have proof of income for any free 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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CHA Zinberg HIV Clinic is a medical care clinic located in Cambridge, MA, which is 10.9 miles from Woburn, MA. It offers health services that include primary care, specialty care, mental health, and acupuncture.
These services are centered towards certain medical conditions such as HIV, sexually transmitted infections, and viral hepatitis. Its staff is composed of infectious disease doctors, psychiatrists, social workers, medical assistants, and nurse practitioners.
Malden Family Medicine Center is one of many clinics under the Cambridge Health Alliance. The center serves the residents in MA by providing primary health care services that include treatment of illnesses and injuries. Additionally, the clinic offers specialized services such as diabetes management, mental health, laboratory, sexual and reproductive health services, and many others.
Youth on fire is a drop-in center which is a program run by the AIDS Action Committee of Massachusetts that was founded in the year 2000. The center offers its services based on the principles of Positive Youth Development Principle and Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs. The center has well-trained physicians who are capable of providing quality HIV, STD, and hepatitis screening services.
Massachusetts Alliance of Portuguese Speakers was formed in 1993. The facility employees the use of direct services, advocacy, leadership, and community development to increase access and remove barriers to health education, including sexual health awareness, and social services to locals. One of the health services it offers with the help of its trained staff is the testing and treatment of HIV and STDs.
Greater Boston Health Center is a planned parenthood facility that’s located 17.4 miles away from Woburn, MA. The center specializes in offering sex education services as well as reproductive health services. Additionally, it offers confidential testing and treatment of STDs thanks to its staff which comprises of compassionate and helpful medical practitioners.
AFC Urgent Care Stoneham is a walk-in urgent care center that offers primary care services to locals and residents in surrounding regions including Woburn, MA. The services include treatment of acute illnesses and sports injuries, minor surgical care, lab services as well as travel medicine. It has qualified medical professionals to offer quality STD testing services.
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Description: The Teen Health Center is closed during school vacations. If the center is closed, you can still call the phone number. Calls will be forwarded to the CHA Revere Family Health Center
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Description: HIV Counseling & Testing provides services & referrals for treatment and care for people who are at high risk for HIV, regardless of one's ability to pay at several sites across Cambridge and Somerville. Please call 617-591-6767 for testing dates and locations.
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Description: School Based Health Center open to youth ages 12-24. Patients do not have to live in Everett or attend Everett High School to receive care. The Teen Health Center is closed during school vacations. If the center is closed, you can still call the phone number. Calls will be forwarded to the CHA Revere Family Health Center
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Description: AIDS Service Organization. Serves homeless and street involved youth ages 14-24 during drop-in hours. Thurs. by appointment only
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Description: Community Based Organization. Free walk-in testing clinic: Thursdays 3pm-5pm
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The clinic is open to the general public and does not discriminate when offering its services based on age, sex, or ethnicity. Moreover, patients who have low income may get financial assistance, and most insurance plans are accepted at the clinic.
The facility has a multicultural, multidisciplinary, and multilingual team that work together to provide quality services. It offers interpretation services to non-English speaking patients. The clinic is affiliated with organizations and other health caregivers like the Beth Deaconess Medical Center for better service provision.
1493 Cambridge St, Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
Services provided at the health center are for the general public. Everyone, including the young and old, can access the services no matter their financial status. Low-income individuals may receive financial assistance if need be.
The center has multilingual staff that can speak different languages and can offer interpretation services for over 150 languages. Moreover, it has a 24/7 call center which you can call to get medical advice regarding STDs or other health issues from a health care professional.
195 Canal St, Malden, MA 02148, USA
The services provided at the center are mostly for the homeless and street-involved youths aged 14-24 years old.
The center has on-site behavioral health and medical care to provide appropriate services through case management. It has partnered up with local communities, local businesses, and other community organizations for the proper provision of quality sexual health services. It also provides peer-outreach and education programs to create awareness.
1 Church St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
It provides its services to Brazilian, Cabo Verdean, and Portuguese speaking communities. However, it does not deny services to anyone in need even if they aren’t Portuguese speaking immigrants. There are also no age or income restrictions.
The clinic has certified community health workers that offer confidential testing for STDs and HIV. Besides that, it provides infectious diseases education. Free case management and assistance for individuals living with HIV are also offered.
92 Union Square, Somerville, MA 02143, USA
Everyone is open to receive the services offered at the health center. This includes men, women, adults, and children. Uninsured self-paying patients may qualify to receive a state-funded program discount or pay on a sliding fee scale provided by the clinic. However, proof of identity and income will have to be submitted and evaluated to qualify.
The clinic offers sex education services to community-based groups. Moreover, it also provides condoms and PrEP services as a measure to fight the spread of HIV and STDs. It also provides birth control and pregnancy testing services.
1055 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215, USA
Adults, children, and youth may receive the services at the health clinic without discrimination. Besides that, insured and uninsured patients may also receive services from the facility.
The clinic is open seven days a week and has extended business hours for extra convenience in case you might have a busy schedule. Besides that, it has an on-site laboratory with the appropriate facilities for quick STD testing as well as x-ray equipment.
16 Main St, Stoneham, MA 02180, USA
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