STD Testing Centers
Monterey Park, CA
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, California STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
100 S RAYMOND AVE 2.3 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
940 E MAIN ST 2.6 miles
ALHAMBRA, CA 91801
2300 W BEVERLY BLVD 2.9 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
416 W LAS TUNAS DR, STE 204 2.9 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
330 W. LAS TUNAS DR. STE 2 3.0 miles
SAN GABRIEL, CA 91776
9350 FLAIR DR Ste 102 3.4 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
309 W BEVERLY BLVD 3.4 miles
MONTEBELLO, CA 90640
3144 SANTA ANITA AVE STE 205 4.6 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91733
6538 TELEGRAPH RD 4.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
2476 S ATLANTIC BLVD 4.9 miles
COMMERCE, CA 90040
50 ALESSANDRO PL. SUITE A10 5.0 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
100 W CALIFORNIA BLVD 5.3 miles
PASADENA, CA 91105
3430 GARFIELD AVE 5.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90040
4500 RIVERVIEW AVE 5.5 miles
EL MONTE, CA 91731
960 E GREEN ST, STE 164 5.7 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
1750 E COLORADO BLVD 5.8 miles
PASADENA, CA 91106
3364 E SLAUSON AVE 6.0 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
12801 CROSSROADS PKWY S Ste 150 6.0 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91746
117 E LIVE OAK AVE STE 101 6.3 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
124 N VIGNES ST 6.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
3851 S SOTO ST 6.6 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
3688 S Soto St 6.6 miles
Vernon, CA 90058
823 N BROADWAY 6.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
8337 TELEGRAPH RD STE 104 6.8 miles
PICO RIVERA, CA 90660
420 E 3rd St Ste 802, 6.9 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90013
56 E DUARTE RD 7.1 miles
ARCADIA, CA 91006
4580 PACIFIC BLVD 7.2 miles
VERNON, CA 90058
1907 E WASHINGTON BLVD 7.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90021
333 S HOPE ST STE C145 7.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90071
132 S BEAUDRY AVE 7.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90012
12462 PUTNAM ST ste 402 7.7 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
12385 WASHINGTON BLVD 7.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90606
12401 WASHINGTON BLVD 7.8 miles
WHITTIER, CA 90602
6529 SEVILLE AVE 8.1 miles
HUNTINGTON PARK, CA 90255
1127 Wilshire Blvd Ste 203&204, 8.1 miles
Los Angeles, CA 90017
1225 WILSHIRE BLVD 8.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
929 GEORGIA ST 8.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
1400 S GRAND AVE STE 612 8.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90015
1313 W 8TH ST ste 100 8.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90017
801 S CHEVY CHASE DR 8.4 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91205
801 S Chevy Chase Dr Ste 50, 8.5 miles
Glendale, CA 91205
11817 TELEGRAPH RD 8.5 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
169 S ALVARADO ST STE 101 8.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
2131 W 3RD ST Ste 4 8.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
11411 BROOKSHIRE AVE STE 408 8.7 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90241
222 W EULALIA ST STE 101 8.8 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
14148 FRANCISQUITO AVE 8.9 miles
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
3320 S HILL ST 9.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90007
544 N GLENDALE AVE 9.3 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
230 N MARYLAND AVE STE 110 9.6 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91206
5862 AVALON BLVD 9.6 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90003
9353 IMPERIAL HWY GARDEN MEDICAL OFFICE,3RD FLOOR 9.8 miles
DOWNEY, CA 90242
432 W BROADWAY 9.9 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91204
1300 N VERMONT AVE 9.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
221 E GLENOAKS BLVD STE 130 10.0 miles
GLENDALE, CA 91207
16025 GALE AVE STE B10 10.0 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91745
3611 MLK Blvd STE 108 10.1 miles
LYNWOOD, CA 90262
3545 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 325 10.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90010
725 S ORANGE AVE 10.3 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91790
15141 Whittier Blvd Ste 125, 10.4 miles
Whittier, CA 90603
13440 IMPERIAL HWY 10.8 miles
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA 90670
15705 ARROW HWY STE 6B 10.8 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
1526 N EDGEMONT ST FL 1 10.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90027
5345 IRWINDALE AVE 11.3 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91706
2231 S WESTERN AVE 11.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90018
6000 N IRWINDALE AVE STE A 11.6 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
6520 N IRWINDALE AVE STE 100 11.9 miles
IRWINDALE, CA 91702
1253 VINE ST ste 19A 11.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90038
17487 HURLEY ST 11.9 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91744
7300 ALONDRA BLVD STE 108 12.3 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
11152 S MAIN ST 12.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90061
16444 PARAMOUNT BLVD 12.4 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
16660 PARAMONT BLVD STE 102 12.6 miles
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723
110 N LA BREA AVE 12.7 miles
INGLEWOOD, CA 90301
5455 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 1802 12.8 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90036
1300 N LA BREA AVE 12.9 miles
HOLLYWOOD, CA 90028
15330 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 1 12.9 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
18335 VALLEY BLVD 13.2 miles
LA PUENTE, CA 91744
501 S BUENA VISTA ST 13.3 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
2640 E GARVEY AVE S STE 106 13.4 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91791
18575 Gale Ave Ste 155 13.4 miles
City of Industry, CA 91748
18575 GALE AVE STE 295 13.4 miles
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
2701 W ALAMEDA AVE STE 203 13.6 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
16700 VALLEY VIEW AVE STE 180 13.7 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
16702 VALLEY VIEW AVE 13.7 miles
LA MIRADA, CA 90638
554 E San Bernardino Rd Ste 10, 14.0 miles
Covina, CA 91723
2499 S WILMINGTON AVE 14.0 miles
COMPTON, CA 90220
2707 E VALLEY BLVD STE 116 14.1 miles
WEST COVINA, CA 91792
5971 VENICE BLVD FL 4 14.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90034
5220 CLARK AVE STE 445 14.4 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
8512 Whitworth Dr 14.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90035
8501 Wilshire Blvd Suite 305, 14.5 miles
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
5205 Lakewood Blvd 14.5 miles
Lakewood, CA 90712
5203 LAKEWOOD BLVD 14.5 miles
LAKEWOOD, CA 90712
15401 S MAIN ST 14.7 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
8700 BEVERLY BLVD 14.8 miles
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA 90048
40 CENTERPOINTE DR 14.9 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 102 14.9 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
19301 S SANTA FE AVE Ste 120 15.0 miles
COMPTON, CA 90221
250 S GRAND AVE 15.1 miles
GLENDORA, CA 91741
16630 S BROADWAY ST 15.4 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
2301 W EL SEGUNDO BLVD 15.5 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
5525 W SLAUSON AVE 15.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90056
3413 W PACIFIC AVE 15.5 miles
BURBANK, CA 91505
1300 W 155TH ST STE 109 15.6 miles
GARDENA, CA 90247
5451 LA PALMA AVE STE 24 15.7 miles
LA PALMA, CA 90623
2720 N HARBOR BLVD STE 130 15.8 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
1950 SUNNYCREST DR STE 1800 16.0 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
2151 N HARBOR BLVD 16.1 miles
FULLERTON, CA 92835
11633 HAWTHORNE BLVD #215 16.1 miles
HAWTHORNE, CA 90250
566 E LAMBERT RD 16.5 miles
BREA, CA 92821
1350 W COVINA BLVD 16.7 miles
SAN DIMAS, CA 91773
1001 E IMPERIAL HWY 16.8 miles
BREA, CA 92821
20401 AVALON BLVD STE C 16.9 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
1149 W 190TH ST 17.0 miles
GARDENA, CA 90248
455 E CARSON PLAZA DR 17.1 miles
CARSON, CA 90746
14619 PRAIRIE AVE 17.2 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
8726 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 17.2 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8800 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 8 17.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
8930 S SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 200 17.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
11432 VANOWEN ST 17.3 miles
N HOLLYWOOD, CA 91605
11631 VICTORY BLVD STE 101 17.3 miles
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606
6033 W CENTURY BLVD STE 200 17.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
9601 S SEPULVEDA BLVD 17.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90045
12001 W WASHINGTON BLVD 17.7 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
920 N NASH ST 17.7 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
1801 W ROMNEYA DR STE 106 17.8 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
2814 W LINCOLN AVE 17.8 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
12212 W WASHINGTON BLVD 17.9 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
710 N EUCLID ST STE 203 17.9 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
2750 ATLANTIC AVE 18.0 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
2776 PACIFIC AVE 18.1 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
10861 CHERRY ST STE 202 18.1 miles
LOS ALAMITOS, CA 90720
6405 WILKINSON AVE 18.2 miles
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CA 91606
1700 E WALNUT AVE 18.3 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
333 S MAGNOLIA AVE 18.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92804
801 CORPORATE CENTER DR STE 130 18.3 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
482 W WILLOW ST 18.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
390 N SEPULVEDA BLVD STE 1000 18.4 miles
EL SEGUNDO, CA 90245
11560 W PICO BLVD 18.4 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90064
4253 REDONDO BEACH BLVD 18.4 miles
LAWNDALE, CA 90260
757 WESTWOOD PLZ 18.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90095
1006 W LA PALMA AVE 18.5 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92801
4312 Woodman Ave Ste 102 18.6 miles
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
2101 MAGNOLIA AVE 18.9 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90806
1720 TERMINO AVE 19.0 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
1703 TERMINO AVE, STE 102 19.0 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90804
23601 AVALON BLVD Ste 104 19.2 miles
CARSON, CA 90745
21081 S WESTERN AVE STE 150 19.2 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90501
11645 WILSHIRE BLVD STE 830 19.3 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90025
1111 E LA PALMA AVE 19.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
640 S PLACENTIA AVE 19.5 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
11611 SAN VICENTE BLVD 19.5 miles
LOS ANGELES, CA 90049
1716 W HOLT AVE 19.7 miles
POMONA, CA 91768
909 E YORBA LINDA BLVD STE H 19.8 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1250 PACIFIC AVE 19.8 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
1050 LINDEN AVE Ste 887 19.9 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90813
7052 ORANGEWOOD AVE STE 6 20.0 miles
GARDEN GROVE, CA 92841
1201 N. ROSE DR. SUITE 202 20.2 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
1301 N ROSE DR 20.2 miles
PLACENTIA, CA 92870
211 S STATE COLLEGE BLVD STE 325 20.2 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
1717 E LINCOLN AVE 20.2 miles
Anaheim, CA 92805
1300 N KRAEMER BLVD 20.3 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
2121 SANTA MONICA BLVD 20.5 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
21320 HAWTHORNE BLVD STE 227 20.5 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
6410 VAN NUYS BLVD STE B 20.5 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91401
4101 TORRANCE BLVD 20.6 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90503
1908 SANTA MONICA BLVD STE 5 20.6 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
947 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 120 20.6 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
13652 CANTARA ST 20.6 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
520 N Prospect Ave Ste 305, 20.6 miles
Redondo Beach, CA 90277
1000 S ANAHEIM BLVD STE 200 20.7 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92805
12600 BEACH BLVD 20.8 miles
STANTON, CA 90680
1250 16TH ST 20.9 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
209-1 Takashiho Yomitan Village 21.3 miles
SANTA MONICA, CA 90403
13466 OSBORNE ST 21.3 miles
PACOIMA, CA 91331
502 S GAREY AVE 21.4 miles
POMONA, CA 91766
3330 LOMITA BLVD 21.4 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 105 21.5 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
15211 VANOWEN ST STE 319 21.5 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91405
25965 NORMANDIE AVE FL 1 21.6 miles
HARBOR CITY, CA 90710
23441 Madison St Ste 300, 21.6 miles
Torrance, CA 90505
411 N LAKEVIEW AVE 21.8 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
23441 MADISON ST.BLD8,STE 110 21.8 miles
TORRANCE, CA 90505
8780 VAN NUYS BLVD BLDG C 22.0 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
14850 ROSCOE BLVD 22.0 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
7955 WESTMINSTER BLVD 22.3 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
100 Oceangate, P245 22.4 miles
LONG BEACH, CA 90802
On-site only 22.4 miles
Long Beach, CA 90802
9561 VAN NUYS BLVD 22.5 miles
PANORAMA CITY, CA 91402
16135 LEADWELL ST 22.9 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91406
1200 ARROYO ST 23.1 miles
SAN FERNANDO, CA 91340
2121 S TOWNE CENTRE PL STE 100 23.1 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92806
15464 GOLDENWEST ST 23.1 miles
WESTMINSTER, CA 92683
20770 ASH CIR STE 200 23.1 miles
YORBA LINDA, CA 92886
13768 Roswell Suite 220, 23.2 miles
Chino, CA 91710
16300 ROSCOE BLVD STE 1A 23.9 miles
VAN NUYS, CA 91406
10630 Sepulveda Blvd STE 100 24.1 miles
Mission Hills, CA 91345
14901 RINALDI ST STE 204 24.3 miles
MISSION HILLS, CA 91345
1045 N TUSTIN ST 24.3 miles
ORANGE, CA 92867
1310 W Stewart Dr Ste 304, 24.3 miles
Orange, CA 92868
15031 RINALDI ST 24.4 miles
MISSION HILLS, CA 91345
1601 MONTE VISTA AVE Ste 190 24.5 miles
CLAREMONT, CA 91711
1010 W La Veta Ave Ste 140, 24.6 miles
Orange, CA 92868
705 W LA VETA AVE STE 102 24.6 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1294 W 6th St Ste 206, 24.7 miles
San Pedro, CA 90731
946 W TOWN AND COUNTRY RD 24.7 miles
ORANGE, CA 92868
1360 W 6TH ST STE 190 24.7 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
5475 E LA PALMA AVE 24.8 miles
ANAHEIM, CA 92807
1300 W 7TH ST 24.8 miles
SAN PEDRO, CA 90732
8891 CENTRAL AVE 24.9 miles
MONTCLAIR, CA 91763
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 Monterey Park, California is fast and easy!
Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.
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 Monterey Park, 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 Monterey Park, 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: Monterey Park, California
Monterey Park is a city located in the western San Gabriel Valley region of Los Angeles County, California in the Los Angeles metropolitan area, United States, approximately seven miles (11 km) from the Downtown Los Angeles civic center. The city's motto is "Pride in the past, Faith in the future". Monterey Park is part of a cluster of cities (Alhambra, Arcadia, Temple City, Rosemead, San Marino, and San Gabriel in the west San Gabriel Valley) with a growing Asian American population. According to the 2010 Census, the city had a total population of 60,269. Monterey Park has consistently ranked as one of the country's best places to live due to its good schools, growing economy, and central location.
For at least seven thousand years the land was populated by the Tongva (Gabrielino) Native Americans. The Tongva lived in dome like structures with thatched exteriors, an open smoke hole for ventilation and light at the top. Both sexes wore long hair styles and tattooed their bodies. During warm weather the men wore little clothes but the women would wear minimal skirts made of animal hides. During the cold weather they would wear animal skin capes and occasionally wore sandals made from hide of yucca fiber. With the arrival of the Spaniards, Old World diseases killed off many of the Tongva, and by 1870 very few Native-Americans had survived. In the early 19th century the area was part of the Mission San Gabriel Arcángel mission system and later, the Rancho San Antonio.
Following the Civil War, an Italian, Alessandro Repetto, purchased 5,000 acres (20 km2) of the rancho and built his ranch house on the hill overlooking his land, about a half-mile north of where Garfield Avenue crosses the Pomona Freeway, not far from where the Edison substation is now located on Garfield Avenue.