STD Testing Centers
La Puente, CA
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our La Puente, California testing centers for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests at our La Puente, CA locations may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel screening which includes several STD tests. Same day service is available, and we have multiple La Puente, California STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 0.9 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
17487 HURLEY ST 1.6 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
18335 VALLEY BLVD 2.9 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 3.2 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 3.2 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 3.2 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
725 S ORANGE AVE 3.5 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91790
2707 E VALLEY BLVD STE 116 3.7 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91792
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 4.4 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
2640 E GARVEY AVE S STE 106 4.9 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91791
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 5.8 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
15705 ARROW HWY STE 6B 6.0 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 6.2 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
5345 IRWINDALE AVE 6.3 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
554 E San Bernardino Rd Ste 10, 6.3 miles
Covina, CA 91723
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 6.5 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 6.7 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 6.7 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 6.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
6000 N IRWINDALE AVE STE A 7.2 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
566 E LAMBERT RD 7.5 miles
BREA, CA 92821
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 7.5 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 7.5 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
6520 N IRWINDALE AVE STE 100 7.8 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 8.1 miles
BREA, CA 92821
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 8.4 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
1350 W COVINA BLVD 8.5 miles
SAN DIMAS, CA 91773
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 8.7 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 8.8 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 8.8 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
56 E DUARTE RD 8.8 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
801 CORPORATE CENTER DR STE 130 8.9 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
250 S GRAND AVE 9.0 miles
GLENDORA, CA 91741
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 9.1 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 9.3 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 9.9 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 10.0 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 10.1 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
1716 W HOLT AVE 10.2 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
330 W. LAS TUNAS DR. STE 2 10.5 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
416 W LAS TUNAS DR, STE 204 10.5 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 10.6 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 10.6 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 10.7 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
940 E MAIN ST 11.1 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
1301 N ROSE DR 11.1 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 11.1 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
3430 GARFIELD AVE 11.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 11.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 11.4 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 11.7 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
502 S GAREY AVE 11.7 miles
POMONA, CA 91766
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 11.9 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 11.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 12.0 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 12.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 12.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 12.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
100 S RAYMOND AVE 12.2 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 12.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 12.6 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 12.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 12.8 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
1750 E COLORADO BLVD 12.8 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 12.9 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 13.0 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
13768 Roswell Suite 220, 13.0 miles
Chino, CA 91710
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 13.0 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 13.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
20770 ASH CIR STE 200 13.2 miles
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 13.4 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
960 E GREEN ST, STE 164 13.4 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
50 ALESSANDRO PL. SUITE A10 13.9 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 13.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 14.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
100 W CALIFORNIA BLVD 14.1 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
5475 E LA PALMA AVE 15.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
5475 WALNUT AVE 15.1 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 15.2 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 15.3 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
15302 EL PRADO RD 15.5 miles
CHINO, CA 91710
3851 S SOTO ST 15.5 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3688 S Soto St 15.5 miles
Vernon, CA 90058
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 15.6 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 15.6 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 15.7 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
8891 CENTRAL AVE 15.7 miles
MONTCLAIR, CA 91763
1601 MONTE VISTA AVE Ste 190 15.7 miles
CLAREMONT, CA 91711
4580 PACIFIC BLVD 15.8 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
6529 SEVILLE AVE 15.9 miles
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA 90255
5205 Lakewood Blvd 16.0 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 16.0 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 16.0 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 16.2 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
1045 N TUSTIN ST 16.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92867
754 N MOUNTAIN AVE 16.4 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91762
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 16.4 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
124 N VIGNES ST 16.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
1907 E WASHINGTON BLVD 16.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
12600 BEACH BLVD 16.7 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
823 N BROADWAY 16.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 16.9 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 17.1 miles
Orange, CA 92868
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 17.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 17.3 miles
Orange, CA 92868
333 S HOPE ST STE C145 17.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 17.5 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
132 S BEAUDRY AVE 17.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
867 S TUSTIN ST 18.1 miles
ORANGE, CA 92866
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 18.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 18.2 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203&204, 18.2 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90017
5862 AVALON BLVD 18.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
1225 WILSHIRE BLVD 18.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
929 GEORGIA ST 18.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
2171 S GROVE AVE STE A 18.4 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
1313 W 8TH ST ste 100 18.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
801 S CHEVY CHASE DR 18.5 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91205
801 S Chevy Chase Dr Ste 50, 18.5 miles
Glendale, CA 91205
3320 S HILL ST 18.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90007
999 San Bernardino Rd 18.7 miles
Upland, CA 91786
169 S ALVARADO ST STE 101 18.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
2131 W 3RD ST Ste 4 18.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 18.9 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 18.9 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
1310 SAN BERNARDINO RD STE 107 19.0 miles
UPLAND, CA 91786
222 W EULALIA ST STE 101 19.0 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
544 N GLENDALE AVE 19.2 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
8283 Grove Ave Ste 204, 19.3 miles
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
17542 17TH ST STE 330 19.3 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 19.5 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
11152 S MAIN ST 19.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
230 N MARYLAND AVE STE 110 19.5 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
1720 TERMINO AVE 19.5 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 19.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
801 N Tustin Ave Ste 102, 19.6 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
800 N Tustin Ave Ste A 19.7 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
221 E GLENOAKS BLVD STE 130 19.9 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91207
432 W BROADWAY 19.9 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 20.0 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
100 N TUSTIN AVE 20.0 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1300 N VERMONT AVE 20.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
2776 PACIFIC AVE 20.3 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
3545 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 325 20.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
482 W WILLOW ST 20.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
8408 THOROUGHBRED ST 20.7 miles
ALTA LOMA, CA 91701
15401 S MAIN ST 20.7 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
2920 Inland Empire Blvd Ste 108 21.0 miles
Ontario, CA 91764
11180 E Warner Ave Ste 159, 21.0 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
8970 WARNER AVE 21.1 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
1530 E Edinger Ave Ste 1 21.1 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
2231 S WESTERN AVE 21.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90018
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 21.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
17024 MAGNOLIA ST 21.1 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
16630 S BROADWAY ST 21.1 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
1526 N EDGEMONT ST FL 1 21.1 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
1619 E Edinger Ave 21.2 miles
Santa Ana, CA 92705
3100 W WARNER AVE 21.2 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
17122 BEACH BLVD STE 104 21.2 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92647
3200 INLAND EMPIRE BLVD STE 100 21.3 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91764
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 21.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
3550 E PHILADELPHIA ST STE 150 21.5 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
1250 PACIFIC AVE 21.6 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 21.7 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 21.8 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
1534 E WARNER AVE 21.8 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
1300 W 155TH ST STE 109 21.9 miles
GARDENA, CA 90247
9695 BASELINE RD 21.9 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
3401 S HARBOR BLVD 21.9 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92704
4045 E GUASTI RD STE 215 21.9 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
8805 HAVEN AVE STE 100 22.0 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
17822 BEACH BL SUITE 242 22.0 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92647
9920 TALBERT AVE 22.0 miles
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CA 92708
9900 Talbert Ave Ste 203, 22.0 miles
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
1241 E DYER RD STE 145 22.2 miles
SANTA ANA, CA 92705
1253 VINE ST ste 19A 22.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90038
2492 WALNUT AVE STE 110 22.3 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
1690 W 6TH ST STE K 22.4 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
1149 W 190TH ST 22.5 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
1101 S MILLIKEN AVE STE C 22.5 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
10801 FOOTHILL BLVD, STE 105 22.5 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
402 S MILLIKEN AVE STE E2 22.6 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
59 S MILLIKEN AVE STE 100 22.6 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
4325 E GUASTI RD 22.6 miles
ONTARIO, CA 91761
18561 BEACH BLVD 22.7 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
10841 WHITE OAK AVE 22.7 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
9405 FAIRWAY VIEW PL 22.7 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
2301 W EL SEGUNDO BLVD 22.8 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
17232 RED HILL AVE 22.8 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
110 N LA BREA AVE 22.9 miles
INGLEWOOD, CA 90301
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1802 23.0 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036
3002 DOW AVE STE 204 23.0 miles
TUSTIN, CA 92780
18800 Main St Ste 111, 23.0 miles
Huntington Beach, CA 92648
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 23.1 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
18811 FLORIDA ST 23.1 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92648
1300 N LA BREA AVE 23.2 miles
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90028
7777 MILLIKEN AVE STE A 23.3 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
501 S BUENA VISTA ST 23.5 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
2701 W ALAMEDA AVE STE 203 23.8 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
9300 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 104 23.9 miles
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91730
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 24.0 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
100 Oceangate, P245 24.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 24.1 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
9122 ADAMS AVE 24.1 miles
HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA 92646
2362 MORSE AVE 24.1 miles
IRVINE, CA 92614
118 W 9th St, 24.1 miles
Corona, CA 92882
800 S MAIN ST 24.2 miles
CORONA, CA 92882
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 24.2 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
5971 VENICE BLVD FL 4 24.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90034
1000 BRISTOL ST N Ste 1B 24.3 miles
NEWPORT BEACH, CA 92660
599 INLAND CTR STE 105 24.5 miles
SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92408
2250 S. Main St # 105, 24.5 miles
Corona, CA 92882
21081 S WESTERN AVE STE 150 24.5 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90501
8512 Whitworth Dr 24.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90035
5525 W SLAUSON AVE 24.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90056
8501 Wilshire Blvd Suite 305, 24.7 miles
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.
The process to schedule a lab/blood test in La Puente, California is fast and easy!
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Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test and payment information (self-pay).
When completed you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing location in the La Puente, California area. Same day service is available and your registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.
Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our nationally CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.
STD Definitions/Descriptions
STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.
STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.
STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year. You will find the most common types of STD and STI testing below.
HIV - HIV is a sexually transmitted disease (that can be spread outside of sexual contact) known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is the virus that causes AIDS and interferes with the body's ability to fight infections.
Herpes 1 and 2 - Herpes is an infection caused by HSV (herpes simplex virus). This virus affects the external genital, anal region, mucosal surfaces and skin in other parts of the body. There are two types of herpes simplex viruses: HSV-1 9 herpes type 1, or oral herpes) and HSV-2 (herpes type 2, or genital herpes).
Gonorrhea - Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can cause infections in the genitals, rectum and throat for both men and women. If untreated it can cause serious health issues, however, if it is caught in time it can be cured with the right medicine.
Chlamydia - Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease that may not show symptoms. However, those that do show symptoms may experience genital pain and discharge from the vagina or penis. If left untreated it can cause damaging effects to the woman's reproductive system.
Syphilis - Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that develops in different stages. The first stage involves a painless sore on the genitals, rectum or mouth. After that initial sore heals, the second stage is a rash. Then, there are no symptoms until years later which is the final stage - damaged brain, nerves, eyes and/or heart.
Many STDs can be easily cured with medication, so you can just finish your treatment and get on with your life. And even though some STDs can't be cured, there are lots of ways to treat your symptoms and prevent you from giving your STD to anyone you have sex with.
People with STDs can be in relationships, have sex, and live totally normal lives. Most people get an STD at least once, and millions are living with STDs now. Having an STD is nothing to feel ashamed of, and it doesn't mean you're "dirty" or a bad person , it just means you're a pretty normal human who got an infection. The reality is that STDs can happen to anybody who's ever been sexual with someone, which is almost everybody on earth. And a few STDs can be spread in non-sexual ways, too.
Accredited Drug Testing can schedule your STD test at an La Puente, California testing facility in a confidential, friendly and professional manner. Call us today!
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of STD Testing
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) testing is a critical component of healthcare, essential for detecting and managing infections transmitted through sexual contact. STD testing is recommended for anyone who is sexually active, as early detection and treatment can prevent serious health consequences and limit the spread of infections to others.
Importance of STD Testing
Regular STD testing is vital because many infections often do not show symptoms immediately, or symptoms may be mild and go unnoticed. Untreated STDs can lead to severe health issues, including infertility, complications during pregnancy, and increased risk of acquiring other STDs, including HIV.
Common Types of STD Tests
- HIV Testing: Performed through blood or saliva samples to detect the presence of HIV antibodies or antigens.
- Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These bacterial infections are typically tested via urine tests or swabs of the genital area.
- Syphilis: Diagnosed through blood testing, which can detect antibodies produced in response to the infection.
- Herpes: Although no cure exists, testing for herpes involves blood tests or swabs from an active outbreak.
- Hepatitis B and C: Blood tests are used to diagnose these viral infections, which affect the liver.
When to Get Tested
- After Unprotected Sex: It's advisable to get tested if you've had unprotected sexual contact with a new partner or multiple partners.
- If Symptoms Occur: Symptoms such as sores on the genitals, pain during urination, or unusual discharge are indications for testing.
- Regular Screenings: Annual or more frequent STD testing may be recommended for active individuals, especially if they have multiple partners.
What to Expect During STD Testing
The testing process is straightforward, involving a physical examination, the collection of samples (blood, urine, swabs), and sometimes a visual inspection of affected areas. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of STD testing, ensuring privacy and discretion in handling patient information and test results.
Benefits of STD Testing
- Early Detection and Treatment: Allows for timely treatment that can effectively manage symptoms and prevent transmission to others.
- Peace of Mind: Provides reassurance and helps maintain your health and the health of your partners.
- Prevention of Complications: Reduces the risk of the long-term health issues associated with untreated STDs.
Understanding the importance of STD testing and participating in regular screenings can significantly impact personal health and public health outcomes. It is an essential step in responsible sexual health management.
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Local Area Info: La Puente, California
The original inhabitants of the area now occupied by the city of La Puente were the Kizh. They lived in a village called Awingna, which linguists translate as "abiding place." The Awingna chief Matheo (who also held sway over several other nearby villages) was baptized at Mission San Gabriel in 1774.
In 1769, the Spanish Portolá expedition became the first Europeans to see inland portions of Alta California. On July 30, the party camped on the east side of the San Gabriel River, in today's unincorporated area of Bassett. Father Juan Crespi wrote in his diary that, the next day, they had to build a bridge (Spanish "puente") to cross the miry San Gabriel River.
With the establishment of Mission San Gabriel, the area encompassing Awingna and what is now the city of La Puente became part of Rancho La Puente, established as a mission outpost and ranch. The rancho was visited by the Jedediah Smith party in November 1826, the first Americans to travel overland to California.