STD Testing Information & Resources
Each year the CDC estimates that over nineteen million new sexually transmitted disease (STD) infections occur. This rapid spread is primarily due to the fact that so many STDs exhibit no symptoms at all, meaning that you could have been infected and not even know it. If you are sexually active, then regular STD Testing should be considered an important part of managing your own sexual health.
Get STD Testing has dedicated, professional, discreet counselors who can walk you through every step of the STD Testing process:
1. Get a Free Evaluation
Our live, experienced counselors will discuss your particular situation with you and help you determine your actual risk of infection. Based upon your particular situation, we will help you determine if and what type of testing might be the best for you.
2. Locate the Closest Professional Laboratory
Your STD counselor will be able to find one of our over 4,000 testing locations that is closest to you. We use only the most professional labs, and confidentiality is assured. Once you arrive at the lab, your visit typically only takes fifteen minutes.
3. Get Your Results
Most test results will be available within 24 hours. You simply call us and our experienced staff will review your test results with you in detail. If treatment is necessary, we will help go over your options to ensure that you receive the best care possible. If you would like, we can even send you your results via email, mail, or fax.
Throughout the entire process, your privacy is our utmost priority. The testing is fast, affordable, and completely confidential.
So stop worrying and get peace of mind today. Call 1-866-512-9139 to get tested today. The call is free and so is the consultation.
- Understanding What Secondary Syphilis Is
by Haylie Greene Syphilis is on the rise. In this modern era, this old disease has become a real concern. If you have an active sex life, knowing what to look for and understanding the long term effects of syphilis is important in maintaining your health. Detecting secondary syphilis is not always easy to do, but knowing how can help individuals get treatment before the body is fully engaged in a fight for its life. Syphilis has long been known as the "great imitator" due to its ability to mimic the symptoms of other diseases. In fact, it can be indistinguishable from [More...]
- The Hazards Of Untreated Gonnorrhea
by Haylie Greene Most people assume that gonorrhea always comes with a bevy of uncomfortable symptoms. Unfortunately, this is not always so. Worse still, untreated gonnorrhea can allow for complications that can last a lifetime, and even deprive individuals of the ability to reproduce. This is why it is imperative if you think you may have gonorrhea, go for std testing. Gonorrhea is often associated with painful, burning urination. Most people believe that if this symptom is not present, there is no need to seek treatment. The reality however, is that gonorrhea can be present even without making its symptoms known. This [More...]
- 5 Reasons You Should Visit an STD Testing Center
by Haylie Greene Are you having sex? Well, good for you! But are you being safe and responsible about it? Hopefully you are. But, if you are not, you should know, you may be at risk for contracting a sexually transmitted disease (STD). And in case you didn't realize it, STD's can lead to some major health issues. Here are five more reasons you might want to visit your local std testing center for screening. No symptoms doesn't mean you are STD free So, say you are sexually active. You may have been a little careless, but you've shown no symptoms of having [More...]
- Approval Finally Comes for New HIV Test
In an effort to reduce the number of individuals who are unaware that they are infected with HIV, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently approved the use of a new HIV testing method that is capable of detecting infections days earlier than previous tests. Currently, most HIV tests are limited in that they cannot be performed until sixty (60) to ninety (90) days post infection. This is because they rely upon the ability to identify key antibodies produced over that period of time. Instead, this new method can look for HIV antigens, which are [More...]
- Sexually Active in New York City? You Might Want to Visit One of the Local STD Testing Centers to Get Screened
by Haylie Greene Watch out! Gonorrhea and Chlamydia are on the rise in New York City. So if you live in the Big Apple, are sexually active, and feel you may be at risk, you may want to visit one of your local STD testing centers to be screened. According to a report released recently by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, in 2009, Chlamydia had risen to 59,522 cases reported through the 4th quarter in 2009. This number is up from 56,448 cases in 2008. Similarly, gonorrhea cases are also on the rise in New York City. In [More...]
