Preferred Location: 970 N Broadway Yonkers,NY 10701 Northwest Yonkers Change location
Preferred Location: 970 N Broadway Yonkers,NY 10701 Northwest Yonkers Change location
SaferSTD Preferred Location: 970 N Broadway Yonkers,NY 10701 Northwest Yonkers Change Location
Though located just north of New York City, its STD rates are lower. From 2010 to 2012, 82 people in Yonkers were diagnosed with HIV, at a rate of 13.7 per 100K people. The New York state rate was 19, though it would have been 7.6 with NYC excluded.
In 2017, 3,812 people in Westchester County, at a rate of 427.9. Twice as many women as men were diagnosed, and over half were under the age of 24.
There were 672 gonorrhea cases, at a rate of 76.8. Over half of them were men. There were 84 diagnoses of primary and secondary syphilis, at a rate of 9.2. The vast majority were men. But New York has a lot of STD awareness campaigns, some of which may provide free STD testing at certain occasions.
There are some STD-testing clinics in Yonkers and even more options in the surrounding area. Planned Parenthood, on South Broadway, tests for STIs and treats all of them except HIV at a low cost that depends on your income.
The Westchester County Health Department, in the same building, also screens for STDs. Check their schedule to see whether you need to make an appointment. They also prescribe PrEP. The HOPE Center at Park Care Pavilion screens for HIV and offers PrEP.
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.
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The Mount Vernon Neighborhood Clinic has over forty years of experience helping those in need in the community. They have several programs for adults and children, often without any fees. One of these is rapid HIV testing.
With a rapid test you only have to wait a few minutes. You do not have to wait long for results.
The HOPE Center is part of ST John's Riverside Hospital and is proud to be able to deliver cutting edge medical care to its patients. This part of the health center focuses on Hepatitis C and HIV. Their staff of physicians specialize in these viruses.
Conventional HIV testing is available here, though most clients opt for rapid testing. This way you know in minutes instead of having to wait days for results.
Montefiore or the Mount Vernon Hospital is an award winning healthcare center. They are a hospital, which means that they can diagnose and care for almost any health issue. This also means that you have access to a full medical staff, even if you are just there for a rapid HIV test or conventional STD screening.
This is the first health center that focuses only on adolescents at risk or living with HIV/AIDS. their main goal is to minimize teens risk and this starts with education.
Along with educating youth, the center also screens for the virus. It is an oral swab and results are back in minutes.
Planned Parenthood is one of the leading organizations when it comes to sexual health. They have decades of experience and are still at the forefront of research.
STD testing is done here by a urine or blood sample. Occasionally, you might need to submit to a genital exam.
The clinic first opened in 1975. Since then they have merged with HRHCare. This allows them to provide more services to the community, often for little or no charge.
One of the programs that the clinic has is screenings for sexually transmitted infections. If you choose rapid HIV testing, results are back in minutes. Other test results can take a few days.
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In 2013 the city and surrounding county reported 85 incidents of HIV and an alarming 3,184 cases of Chlamydia and is ranked among the top four counties in the state for its high STI rate as of June 2015. With these numbers continuing to rise, it has never been so important for everyone to get tested regularly for all of the STDs.
While city and county officials expected to see high Chlamydia and Gonorrhea rates, they were surprised by an increasing number of Syphilis and HIV cases that are being reported. With new campaigns launched to help stress the importance of testing, officials are hopeful that the city’s STI rates will start decreasing. This won’t happen until everyone understands how important it is to get checked for any of the sexually transmitted diseases every 6 weeks or so.
Some alarming statistics released by city officials include;
The first thing you want to do is call the clinic. They have testing hours that occasionally differ from their normal office schedule. Rapid HIV testing is free, the clinic can even help with transportation.
The Mount Vernon neighborhood clinic is a free HIV center for those without insurance. Testing hours do frequently change, so you will want to call ahead. Sometimes they have rapid HIV testing in the evenings and on weekends.
30 S Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10701, USA
Rapid and conventional HIV and Hep C testing is free. All you need to do is call and register as a patient.
The HOPE Center is part of Riverside Health Clinics. They not only screen for HIV and Hepatitis C for free, they also help their clients manage their symptoms. Their medical staff specializes in these viruses, even with both diseases co-exist together.
2 Park Ave, Yonkers, NY 10703, USA
You don't need to call first, but you will need to register when you first come in. This is also the time to ask about sliding scale fees. The hospital does waive some testing fees. You might have to provide income information before you qualify.
The Montefiore Mount Vernon Hospital not only screens for but also cares for anyone with a sexually transmitted diseases. The state does cover some charges for those that cannot afford to pay. All you need to do is ask when you come in.
12 N 7th Ave, Mt Vernon, NY 10550, USA
This clinic is strictly for adolescents. Testing for HIV is free. The only restriction is that you must be younger than 18 years of age.
AAP as the program is commonly known is a safe place for adolescents to learn about HIV and AIDS. They can also get free screenings, usually on Tuesdays and Fridays. You might want to call first to double check the days and times.
You can find the clinic on Wayne Ave and the subway station is not too far for teens to walk.
3514 Wayne Ave, The Bronx, NY 10467, USA
Before you come in, you will need an appointment. You can make one online or over the phone.
Planned Parenthood has a stellar reputation for providing education, prevention and testing for sexually transmitted diseases. You can find them on S Broadway. If you don't want to deal with neighborhood traffic, there is a metro line that goes close by.
20 S Broadway 11th Fl, Yonkers, NY 10701, USA
Call to schedule a visit. You will be glad you did. Walk-ins may not be seen, depending on how busy the clinic is. If you can't pay for the test, the clinic won't turn you away.
The Valentine Health Center has been meeting the medical needs of the community for several years. Now that they are a part of HRHCare they are able to provide more services.
You can find the clinic over on South Broadway. It is the small grey and blue building. Parking is limited to the street, so you might want to consider a bus ride or walking.
503 S Broadway #210, Yonkers, NY 10705, USA
Comprehensive sexual education classes are the best way to prevent spreading any of the STDs, and city leaders are currently “modernizing” its current programs.
In response to an alarming increase in the number of STDs reported each year, city leaders have implemented updated curriculums in the classrooms. While abstinence is still taught and emphasized, these classes also include information on safe sexual practices. Sexually transmitted diseases are also covered, along with how these viruses are spread.
Even though these classes are helping to inform new students entering into public school systems, it doesn’t help older adults who still do not understand all of the risks. Preventing the spread of sexually transmitted infections requires more than using protection or abstaining, citizens also have to get tested regularly. Not all STDs are transmitted through penetration during intercourse, and some do not display any noticeable symptoms until after a disease has been accidentally spread.
This means that while practicing abstinence or safe sex will prevent pregnancies and lower your risk of contracting a STI, it will not keep you completely safe. The only way to be sure you haven’t contracted a sexually transmitted infection is to be tested regularly.
This is also why regular Herpes and HIV testing in Yonkers is so important, and this can also help to stop flare-ups from occurring.
Statistics show that teens are becoming sexually active at a younger age, and with an estimated 7 out of 10 by the time they are 19. With so many teens engaging in intercourse it is important to have comprehensive education programs in a classroom to ensure that everyone understands the importance of scheduled testing.
The recent closing of several community centers and loss of funding is also making it difficult for everyone to get tested regularly, especially in lower income neighborhoods. Financially depended families often find that it is almost impossible to afford testing, and with a noticeable decrease in funding it has gotten even harder for these families.
Stereotypes that still surround certain STDs often cause those potentially infected to feel embarrassed or ashamed, and many young adults simply feel that a sexually transmitted disease could never happen to them. Strong conservative and religious beliefs and values that are prevalent in the area are resulting in a lack of guidance and counseling is contributing to the high STD rate in the area.
Until everyone understand how STDs are passed and the importance of being tested regularly,officials and city leaders can expect to continue to see an abnormally high rate of infection.
Before you spend a day touring the avish Philipse Manor Hall State Historic Site, it is important to take a few minutes to take care of your sexual health. As the number of reported cases of STDs increases each year it become more important to your continued good health to get tested regularly.
https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/diseases/communicable/2013/cases/1.htm
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