Lakewood, TN Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2011: 2,336 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -0.2%

Population (female): 1,261

Median Age: 39.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,114.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 15.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (16.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 12.9% for Black residents, 18.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 40.0% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (21.1%), American (15.6%), German (10.3%), Irish (7.0%), Scottish (3.8%), Norwegian (3.5%).

Land Area: 0.96 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $54,647 (it was $37,182 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,003 (it was $18,072 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $215,584 (it was $98,400 in 2000) Lakewood:$215,584TN:$167,500

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Blood Lab Tests

STD Testing Centers
Lakewood, TN

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Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Lakewood, Tennessee 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 Lakewood, TN 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 Lakewood, Tennessee STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.

2800 Opryland Drive 3.8 miles

2800 Opryland Drive
Nashville, TN 37214
Categories: Nashville TN

5225 OLD HICKORY BLVD STE 205 4.0 miles

5225 OLD HICKORY BLVD STE 205
HERMITAGE, TN 37076
Categories: HERMITAGE TN

2267 JACKSON DOWNS BLVD 4.3 miles

2267 JACKSON DOWNS BLVD
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

3055 LEBANON PIKE STE 1000 4.3 miles

3055 LEBANON PIKE STE 1000
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

1616 GALLATIN PIKE N 5.1 miles

1616 GALLATIN PIKE N
MADISON, TN 37115
Categories: MADISON TN

1719 GALLATIN PIKE N 5.1 miles

1719 GALLATIN PIKE N
MADISON, TN 37115
Categories: MADISON TN

105 REDBUD DR 5.2 miles

105 REDBUD DR
PORTLAND, TN 37148
Categories: PORTLAND TN

280 INDIAN LAKE BLVD STE 140 5.2 miles

280 INDIAN LAKE BLVD STE 140
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
Categories: HENDERSONVILLE TN

291 INDIAN LAKE BLVD 5.2 miles

291 INDIAN LAKE BLVD
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
Categories: HENDERSONVILLE TN

1209 S GRAYCROFT AVE 5.3 miles

1209 S GRAYCROFT AVE
MADISON, TN 37115
Categories: MADISON TN

2372 LEBANON PIKE 5.4 miles

2372 LEBANON PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

PO BOX 140294 5.6 miles

PO BOX 140294
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

1000 NORTHCHASE DR STE 215 5.8 miles

1000 NORTHCHASE DR STE 215
GOODLETTSVILLE, TN 37072
Categories: GOODLETTSVILLE TN

355 NEW SHACKLE ISLAND RD 6.0 miles

355 NEW SHACKLE ISLAND RD
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
Categories: HENDERSONVILLE TN

2740 OLD ELM HILL PIKE STE 103A 6.3 miles

2740 OLD ELM HILL PIKE STE 103A
Nashville, TN 37214
Categories: Nashville TN

2531 ELM HILL PIKE 6.5 miles

2531 ELM HILL PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

519 DONELSON PIKE STE 107 6.6 miles

519 DONELSON PIKE STE 107
NASHVILLE, TN 37214
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

1719 GALLATIN AVE 6.6 miles

1719 GALLATIN AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37206
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

3638 DICKERSON PIKE STE 204 6.7 miles

3638 DICKERSON PIKE STE 204
NASHVILLE, TN 37207
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

711 E MAIN ST STE 107 7.2 miles

711 E MAIN ST STE 107
HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075
Categories: HENDERSONVILLE TN

602 GALLATIN AVE 7.3 miles

602 GALLATIN AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37206
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

3441 DICKERSON PIKE OUTPATIENT LAB 7.6 miles

3441 DICKERSON PIKE OUTPATIENT LAB
NASHVILLE, TN 37207
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

355 PLEASANT GROVE RD STE 1400 7.9 miles

355 PLEASANT GROVE RD STE 1400
MOUNT JULIET, TN 37122
Categories: MOUNT JULIET TN

3500 N Mount Juliet Rd 8.1 miles

3500 N Mount Juliet Rd
Mount Juliet, TN 37122
Categories: Mount Juliet TN

1425 ELM HILL PIKE 8.2 miles

1425 ELM HILL PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37210
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

5002 CROSSINGS CIR STE 100 8.6 miles

5002 CROSSINGS CIR STE 100
MOUNT JULIET, TN 37122
Categories: MOUNT JULIET TN

669 S MOUNT JULIET RD 8.8 miles

669 S MOUNT JULIET RD
MOUNT JULIET, TN 37122
Categories: MOUNT JULIET TN

360 DEADERICK ST 9.3 miles

360 DEADERICK ST
NASHVILLE, TN 37201
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

1645 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE H 9.5 miles

1645 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE H
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

1400 DONELSON PIKE STE B10 10.1 miles

1400 DONELSON PIKE STE B10
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

315 14TH AVE 10.2 miles

315 14TH AVE
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

2275 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 110 10.6 miles

2275 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 110
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

1916 Patterson St Ste 103, 10.7 miles

1916 Patterson St Ste 103,
Nashville, TN 37203
Categories: Nashville TN

300 20TH AVE N 10.8 miles

300 20TH AVE N
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

501 METROPLEX DR Ste 306 10.8 miles

501 METROPLEX DR Ste 306
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

2010 CHURCH ST 1ST FL 10.8 miles

2010 CHURCH ST 1ST FL
NASHVILLE, TN 37236
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

2510 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 2 11.1 miles

2510 MURFREESBORO PIKE STE 2
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

2643 MURFREESBORO PIKE 11.5 miles

2643 MURFREESBORO PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37217
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

3656 Trousdale Dr Ste 109 11.6 miles

3656 Trousdale Dr Ste 109
Nashville, TN 37204
Categories: Nashville TN

114A 29TH AVE N 11.7 miles

114A 29TH AVE N
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

4300 SIDCO DR 12.0 miles

4300 SIDCO DR
NASHVILLE, TN 37204
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

391 WALLACE RD 12.1 miles

391 WALLACE RD
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

3404 W END AVE STE 101 12.2 miles

3404 W END AVE STE 101
NASHVILLE, TN 37203
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

890 N BLUE JAY WAY 12.3 miles

890 N BLUE JAY WAY
GALLATIN, TN 37066
Categories: GALLATIN TN

2001 GLEN ECHO RD 13.2 miles

2001 GLEN ECHO RD
NASHVILLE, TN 37215
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

339 WHITE BRIDGE PIKE 13.7 miles

339 WHITE BRIDGE PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37209
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

728 NASHVILLE PIKE 13.9 miles

728 NASHVILLE PIKE
GALLATIN, TN 37066
Categories: GALLATIN TN

121 STATE HIGHWAY 76 14.4 miles

121 STATE HIGHWAY 76
WHITE HOUSE, TN 37188
Categories: WHITE HOUSE TN

5826 NOLENSVILLE PIKE 14.4 miles

5826 NOLENSVILLE PIKE
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

5543 EDMONDSON PIKE STE 261 14.9 miles

5543 EDMONDSON PIKE STE 261
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

131 S Water Ave Ste A 15.0 miles

131 S Water Ave Ste A
GALLATIN, TN 37066
Categories: GALLATIN TN

175 COLLEGE ST Sumner Co Career Ctr 15.0 miles

175 COLLEGE ST Sumner Co Career Ctr
GALLATIN, TN 37066
Categories: GALLATIN TN

6606 CHARLOTTE PIKE STE 104 15.1 miles

6606 CHARLOTTE PIKE STE 104
NASHVILLE, TN 37209
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

491 SAGE RD N STE 200 15.2 miles

491 SAGE RD N STE 200
WHITE HOUSE, TN 37188
Categories: WHITE HOUSE TN

6005 NOLENSVILLE PIKE STE 205 15.4 miles

6005 NOLENSVILLE PIKE STE 205
NASHVILLE, TN 37211
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

575 E BLEDSOE ST STE 7 15.4 miles

575 E BLEDSOE ST STE 7
GALLATIN, TN 37066
Categories: GALLATIN TN

555 HARTSVILLE PIKE 15.5 miles

555 HARTSVILLE PIKE
GALLATIN, TN 37066
Categories: GALLATIN TN

128 RAYMOND HIRSCH PKWY 15.8 miles

128 RAYMOND HIRSCH PKWY
WHITE HOUSE, TN 37188
Categories: WHITE HOUSE TN

1705 W MAIN ST STE 211 16.4 miles

1705 W MAIN ST STE 211
LEBANON, TN 37087
Categories: LEBANON TN

5046 THOROUGHBRED LN 16.4 miles

5046 THOROUGHBRED LN
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
Categories: BRENTWOOD TN

115 E Park Dr Ste 300 16.6 miles

115 E Park Dr Ste 300
Brentwood, TN 37027
Categories: Brentwood TN

210 FRANKLIN RD STE 4B 16.6 miles

210 FRANKLIN RD STE 4B
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
Categories: BRENTWOOD TN

1670 W MAIN ST 16.6 miles

1670 W MAIN ST
LEBANON, TN 37087
Categories: LEBANON TN

1227 HEIL QUAKER BLVD 16.7 miles

1227 HEIL QUAKER BLVD
LA VERGNE, TN 37086
Categories: LA VERGNE TN

105 WESTWOOD PL 16.8 miles

105 WESTWOOD PL
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
Categories: BRENTWOOD TN

6716 NOLENSVILLE RD 16.9 miles

6716 NOLENSVILLE RD
Brentwood, TN 37027
Categories: Brentwood TN

115 Winwood Dr, Suite 209 17.0 miles

115 Winwood Dr, Suite 209
Lebanon, TN 37087
Categories: Lebanon TN

103 POWELL CT 17.0 miles

103 POWELL CT
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
Categories: BRENTWOOD TN

10644 CONCORD RD 17.1 miles

10644 CONCORD RD
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
Categories: BRENTWOOD TN

1430 W BADDOUR PKWY STE A 17.2 miles

1430 W BADDOUR PKWY STE A
LEBANON, TN 37087
Categories: LEBANON TN

231 WILSON PIKE CIR STE 206 17.3 miles

231 WILSON PIKE CIR STE 206
BRENTWOOD, TN 37027
Categories: BRENTWOOD TN

1407 W BADDOUR PKWY 17.3 miles

1407 W BADDOUR PKWY
LEBANON, TN 37087
Categories: LEBANON TN

189 MONROE PL STE 104 17.4 miles

189 MONROE PL STE 104
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
Categories: ASHLAND CITY TN

1411 W BADDOUR PKWY 17.4 miles

1411 W BADDOUR PKWY
LEBANON, TN 37087
Categories: LEBANON TN

479 SAM RIDLEY PKWY W STE 105-233 17.9 miles

479 SAM RIDLEY PKWY W STE 105-233
SMYRNA, TN 37167
Categories: SMYRNA TN

1037 W MAIN ST STE A 18.0 miles

1037 W MAIN ST STE A
LEBANON, TN 37087
Categories: LEBANON TN

985 INDUSTRIAL BLVD 18.5 miles

985 INDUSTRIAL BLVD
SMYRNA, TN 37167
Categories: SMYRNA TN

321 QUECREEK CIR 18.6 miles

321 QUECREEK CIR
SMYRNA, TN 37167
Categories: SMYRNA TN

7643 HIGHWAY 70 S 18.8 miles

7643 HIGHWAY 70 S
NASHVILLE, TN 37221
Categories: NASHVILLE TN

515 STONECREST PKWY Ste 100 18.9 miles

515 STONECREST PKWY Ste 100
SMYRNA, TN 37167
Categories: SMYRNA TN

936 MURFREESBORO RD 19.4 miles

936 MURFREESBORO RD
LEBANON, TN 37090
Categories: LEBANON TN

121 MAYFIELD DR 19.5 miles

121 MAYFIELD DR
SMYRNA, TN 37167
Categories: SMYRNA TN

1332 HAZELWOOD DR 20.5 miles

1332 HAZELWOOD DR
SMYRNA, TN 37167
Categories: SMYRNA TN

115 ENON SPRINGS RD E 20.5 miles

115 ENON SPRINGS RD E
SMYRNA, TN 37167
Categories: SMYRNA TN

1735 GALLERIA BLVD STE 1050 21.3 miles

1735 GALLERIA BLVD STE 1050
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Categories: FRANKLIN TN

2339 HILLSBORO RD 21.3 miles

2339 HILLSBORO RD
FRANKLIN, TN 37069
Categories: FRANKLIN TN

100 INTERNATIONAL DR STE 106 21.6 miles

100 INTERNATIONAL DR STE 106
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Categories: FRANKLIN TN

3251 TOM AUSTIN HWY 21.6 miles

3251 TOM AUSTIN HWY
SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172
Categories: SPRINGFIELD TN

2208 MEMORIAL BLVD 21.8 miles

2208 MEMORIAL BLVD
SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172
Categories: SPRINGFIELD TN

2102 PARK PLAZA DR 21.8 miles

2102 PARK PLAZA DR
SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172
Categories: SPRINGFIELD TN

1720 General George Patton Dr Ste C3 21.8 miles

1720 General George Patton Dr Ste C3
Brentwood, TN 37027
Categories: Brentwood TN

9040 CAROTHERS PKWY STE A205 22.0 miles

9040 CAROTHERS PKWY STE A205
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Categories: FRANKLIN TN

7105 S SPRINGS DR STE 111 22.2 miles

7105 S SPRINGS DR STE 111
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Categories: FRANKLIN TN

299 10TH AVE E 22.8 miles

299 10TH AVE E
SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172
Categories: SPRINGFIELD TN

450 NORTHCREST DR 23.7 miles

450 NORTHCREST DR
SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172
Categories: SPRINGFIELD TN

100 NORTHCREST DR 23.7 miles

100 NORTHCREST DR
SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172
Categories: SPRINGFIELD TN

520 NORTHCREST DR 23.7 miles

520 NORTHCREST DR
SPRINGFIELD, TN 37172
Categories: SPRINGFIELD TN

202 N MAIN ST 23.8 miles

202 N MAIN ST
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
Categories: ASHLAND CITY TN

202 N MAIN ST STE 4 23.8 miles

202 N MAIN ST STE 4
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
Categories: ASHLAND CITY TN

313 N MAIN ST 23.9 miles

313 N MAIN ST
ASHLAND CITY, TN 37015
Categories: ASHLAND CITY TN

1990 OLD FORT PKWY ST A 23.9 miles

1990 OLD FORT PKWY ST A
MURFREESBORO, TN 37129
Categories: MURFREESBORO TN

2001 Mallory Ln, Coolsprings Professional , Sui 24.3 miles

2001 Mallory Ln, Coolsprings Professional , Sui
Franklin, TN 37067
Categories: Franklin TN

831B NASHVILLE HWY 24.5 miles

831B NASHVILLE HWY
GALLATIN, TN 37066
Categories: GALLATIN TN

100 COVEY DR STE 309 24.7 miles

100 COVEY DR STE 309
FRANKLIN, TN 37067
Categories: FRANKLIN TN

2516 HOSPITALITY Dr. 24.8 miles

2516 HOSPITALITY Dr.
COLUMBIA, TN 38401
Categories: COLUMBIA TN

421 N BROADWAY 25.0 miles

421 N BROADWAY
PORTLAND, TN 37148
Categories: PORTLAND TN

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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 Lakewood, Tennessee testing facility in a confidential, friendly and professional manner. Call us today!

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. 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

  1. After Unprotected Sex: It's advisable to get tested if you've had unprotected sexual contact with a new partner or multiple partners.
  2. If Symptoms Occur: Symptoms such as sores on the genitals, pain during urination, or unusual discharge are indications for testing.
  3. 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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Population (total): Population in 2011: 2,336 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -0.2%

Population (female): 1,261

Median Age: 39.2 years

Median Rent: Median gross rent in 2017: $1,114.

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 15.6%

Poverty (breakdown): (16.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 12.9% for Black residents, 18.8% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 40.0% for other race residents)

Sex Offenders:

Ancestries: Ancestries: English (21.1%), American (15.6%), German (10.3%), Irish (7.0%), Scottish (3.8%), Norwegian (3.5%).

Land Area: 0.96 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $54,647 (it was $37,182 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $27,003 (it was $18,072 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $215,584 (it was $98,400 in 2000) Lakewood:$215,584TN:$167,500

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