STD Testing Centers
Oceanside, NY
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Oceanside, New York 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 Oceanside, NY 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 Oceanside, New York STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
165 NORTH VILLAGE AVE 1.7 miles
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570
165 North Village Avenue, Suite 103 1.7 miles
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
2360 GRAND AVE 1.8 miles
BALDWIN, NY 11510
585 MERRICK RD 2.7 miles
LYNBROOK, NY 11563
101 South Bergen Place, 2nd Floor 3.0 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 71 Douth Bayview Ave. 3.1 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
Building 125 150th St and 147th Ave 4.1 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
147th St and 150th Ave, Bldg 125 JFK International Airport 4.1 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
111 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 121 4.6 miles
WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552
2 MAIN ST 4.7 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
250 FULTON AVE STE 407 4.9 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
27 ATTORNEY ST APT 2F 5.0 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
222 ROCKAWAY TPKE 5.0 miles
CEDARHURST, NY 11516
222 Rockaway Turnpike, Suite 5 5.0 miles
Cedarhurst, NY 11516
235 LITCHFIELD AVE 2ND FL 5.0 miles
ELMONT, NY 11003
391B Fulton Avenue, 5.0 miles
Hempstead, NY 11550
2209 Merrick Rd, 2nd floor 5.3 miles
Merrick, NY 11566
21714 MERRICK BLVD 5.7 miles
LAURELTON, NY 11413
520 Franklin Ave, Suite 104 5.8 miles
Garden City, NY 11530
51 CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD 6.0 miles
UNIONDALE, NY 11553
990 STEWART AVE LOWER LEVEL 30 6.1 miles
GARDEN CITY, NY 11530
2982 MERRICK RD 6.7 miles
BELLMORE, NY 11710
300 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE 91 6.9 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
820 JERICHO TPKE 6.9 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040
265 Jericho Turnpike, 7.0 miles
Floral Park, NY 11001
1620 FRONT ST 7.1 miles
EAST MEADOW, NY 11554
1919 Hempstead Tpke 7.1 miles
East Meadows, NY 11554
292 HERRICKS RD 7.4 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
JFK Airport Bldg 75, STE 247/249 7.6 miles
Jamaica, NY 11430
JFK INTL AIRPORT STE 14, BLDG 14A 7.6 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
JFK International Airport Bldg 22 7.6 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
156 First Street, Lower Level 7.6 miles
Mineola, NY 11501
1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 7.6 miles
WANTAGH, NY 11793
1610 OLD COUNTRY RD 8.0 miles
WESTBURY, NY 11590
465 WILLIS AVE 8.1 miles
WILLISTON PARK, NY 11596
3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 8.5 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
2001 MARCUS AVE STE N215 8.5 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11042
2001 Marcus Ave, Suite 98W, Lobby Level 8.7 miles
Lake Success, NY 11042
3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 8.8 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 9.0 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
13355 LEFFERTS BLVD 9.7 miles
SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY 11420
4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 10.1 miles
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
One Expressway Plaza, Suite 116 10.2 miles
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 10.3 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 10.3 miles
Bethpage, NY 11714
252-20 NORTHERN BLVD STE 210 10.4 miles
LITTLE NECK, NY 11362
488 GREAT NECK RD STE 300 10.7 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
Onsite Only 10.7 miles
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
1000 NORTHERN BLVD STE 135 10.7 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 10.8 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
8212 151ST AVE 10.9 miles
HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414
100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 10.9 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
8002 KEW GARDENS RD CONCOURSE LEVEL 11.0 miles
KEW GARDENS, NY 11415
180 10TH ST 11.0 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 11.0 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
1165 Northern Blvd, Suite 404 11.0 miles
Manhasset, NY 11030
111-16 JAMAICA AVE 11.1 miles
RICHMOND HILL, NY 11418
120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 11.2 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
4 ROBIN CT 11.8 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
618 Broadway 12.0 miles
Amityville, NY 11701
365 BROADWAY 12.1 miles
AMITYVILLE, NY 11701
8217 WOODHAVEN BLVD 12.1 miles
GLENDALE, NY 11385
4161 Kissena Blvd, Suite 25, Concourse level 12.2 miles
Flushing, NY 11355
7010 Austin Street, 2nd Floor Suite 201 12.2 miles
Forest Hills, NY 11375
Onsite Only 12.3 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11208
69-12 AUSTIN ST 12.4 miles
FOREST HILLS, NY 11375
51 Walnut Ave E 12.7 miles
Farmingdale, NY 11735
9777 QUEENS BLVD 9TH FL 12.8 miles
REGO PARK, NY 11374
1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 13.1 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
4 MIRIAM LN 13.2 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 13.2 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 13.2 miles
Plainview, NY 11803
14204 BAYSIDE AVE LOWER LEVEL STE 2L 13.3 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11354
136-20 38th Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite CFA 13.5 miles
Flushing, NY 11354
9406 59TH AVE STE E-9 13.5 miles
ELMHURST, NY 11373
69-16 METROPOLITAN AVE 13.8 miles
MIDDLE VILLAGE, NY 11379
6655 FRESH POND RD 14.0 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NY 11385
656 N WELLWOOD AVE STE 208A 14.1 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
66 - 17 Fresh Pond Rd, 14.3 miles
Ridgewood, NY 11385
184 S 1ST ST 14.4 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
408 Rockaway Avenue, 14.4 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11212
910 ROUTE 109 14.4 miles
LINDENHURST, NY 11757
7301 GRAND AVE 14.5 miles
MASPETH, NY 11378
2035 RALPH AVE A10 14.6 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11234
2035 Ralph Avenue, Suite B1 14.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11234
6122 Fresh Pond Road, 14.6 miles
Middle Village, NY 11379
40 08 Forley St, 14.7 miles
Elmhurst, NY 11373
6311 QUEENS BLVD 14.8 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 14.9 miles
SYOSSET, NY 11791
962 MADISON ST APT 1 15.0 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
33-54 83RD ST, STE G-02 15.1 miles
JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372
4275 65TH PL 15.1 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
1 MAIN TERMINAL STE 3 SUITE 109 15.4 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11371
Onsite Only #1R 15.4 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11237
75-35 31st Avenue, Suite 205 15.6 miles
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
2422 KNAPP ST 15.7 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
PO Box 1693 15.7 miles
West Babylon, NY 11704
144 LEWIS AVE 15.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11221
619 Throop Avenue 16.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
3500 NOSTRAND AVE 16.1 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
500 West Main Street, 16.1 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
3665 E TREMONT AVE 16.2 miles
BRONX, NY 10465
47-01 QUEENS BLVD #206-207 16.2 miles
SUNNYSIDE, NY 11104
400 E 26TH ST 16.4 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11226
68 Graham Ave 16.5 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11206
1248 Fulton Street 16.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11216
1733 Sheepshead Bay Road, Suite 39 16.7 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11235
142 RALPH AVE 16.8 miles
BABYLON, NY 11702
25-15 STEINWAY ST 16.8 miles
ASTORIA, NY 11103
3311 SHORE PKWY APT 1A 16.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11235
1720 E 14TH ST UNIT M1 16.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11229
1660 E 14th St, Ste LL2 16.9 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11229
3014 37th St, 16.9 miles
Astoria, NY 11103
1790 RANDALL AVE 17.0 miles
BRONX, NY 10473
31-00 47TH AVENUE 17.1 miles
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 17.1 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
68 NASSAU AVE 17.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11222
2 CEDARTREE LN 17.4 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
465 Ocean Parkway, Suite L3 17.4 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11218
147 Greenpoint Avenue, First Floor 17.6 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11222
27-47 Crescent Street, Lower Level, Suite 102-103 17.6 miles
Astoria, NY 11102
41 VERONICA LN 17.7 miles
NORTH BABYLON, NY 11703
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 17.7 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 17.7 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 17.8 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
6413 BAY PARKWAY 17.9 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11204
21 E 23RD ST 18.0 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
1350 Deer Park Ave, 18.1 miles
North Babylon, NY 11703
348 13th Street, Suite 102 18.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11215
264 1ST ST 18.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
418-420 5TH AVE 18.2 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
456 5TH AVE 2ND FL 18.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11215
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 18.3 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
4420 13TH AVE 18.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11219
1940 DEER PARK AVE 18.4 miles
DEER PARK, NY 11729
1 METROTECH CTR 18.5 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
1272 51st Street, 18.5 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11219
On Site Only 18.7 miles
West Islip, NY 11795
100 LIVINGSTON ST 4TH FLOOR 18.7 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
1445 NEW YORK AVE 18.8 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
20 BEEKMAN PL APT 2B 18.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
50 COURT ST STE 1002 18.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
186 JORALEMON ST 5TH 18.8 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11201
146 Pierrepont Street, 18.8 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
265 CHERRY ST 146 18.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10002
120 Atlantic Avenue, 19.0 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11201
919 2ND AVE 19.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
210 E 86th St, Ste 602 19.0 miles
New York, NY 10028
210 E 86TH ST STE 100 19.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10028
238 E 111TH ST APT 4C 19.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10029
380 2ND AVE 19.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
730 3RD AVE 19.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
747 MELROSE AVE OFC 19.2 miles
BRONX, NY 10451
137 East 36th Street, Suite 7 19.3 miles
New York, NY 10016
115 E 57th Street, Ste 1530 19.3 miles
New York, NY 10022
247 Third Ave, Ste 303 19.3 miles
New York, NY 10010
425 PARK AVE 19.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
65 E 76th St, 19.3 miles
New York, NY 10021
18 E 48TH ST 2ND FL 19.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
55 E 34TH ST 19.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10016
41 Elizabeth St, Suite 702 19.5 miles
New York, NY 10013
139 Centre St, Suite 207, 19.7 miles
New York, NY 10013
22 W 23RD ST 2ND FL 19.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
656 E FORDHAM RD 19.8 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
On Site Only 19.8 miles
Babylon, NY 11702
224 W 35TH ST STE 607 20.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10001
229 W 36TH ST 10TH FL 20.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
202 W 23RD ST 20.0 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10011
65 BROADWAY STE 903 20.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
330 WEST 58TH ST, STE 211 20.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
65 BROADWAY SUITE 905 20.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10006
2385 Arthur Avenue, Suites 201 & 202 20.1 miles
Bronx, NY 10458
330 W 42ND ST 20.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
42 BROADWAY STE 1900 20.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10004
MIDTOWN STATION P. O. BOX 799 20.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
7601 4th Avenue, 20.2 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11209
408 W 45TH ST 20.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
324 WEST 14TH ST 20.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10014
2488 GRAND CONCOURSE RM 210 20.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 20.5 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 20.5 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
601 W 51ST ST 20.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
onsite for POH only 20.6 miles
Brightwaters, NY 11718
3421 BROADWAY 20.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10031
175 E Main Street Suite 105, 20.9 miles
Huntington, NY 11743
109 AUDUBON AVE 20.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10032
9 HOWELLS RD 21.2 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
57 E MAIN ST 21.4 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
95 HUDSON ST 21.5 miles
HOBOKEN, NJ 7030
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 21.6 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
4876 BROADWAY 21.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10034
12 N 7TH AVE 21.6 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
649 COMMACK RD 21.9 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
663 PALISADE AVE 22.1 miles
CLIFFSIDE PARK, NJ 7010
41 BRENTWOOD RD 22.1 miles
BAY SHORE, NY 11706
3765 Riverdale Ave, STE 6 22.2 miles
Bronx, NY 10463
261 Monmouth Street 22.2 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7302
6701 BERGENLINE AVE 22.3 miles
WEST NEW YORK, NJ 7093
4914-4922 Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206 22.4 miles
West New York, NJ 7093
8 Saxon Avenue, Suite D, 22.5 miles
Bay Shore, NY 11706
3196 KENNEDY BLVD 2ND FL 22.6 miles
UNION CITY, NJ 7087
522 CENTRAL AVE 22.6 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7307
574 SUMMIT AVE 4th Floor 22.9 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
600 Pavonia Ave, 3rd floor 23.0 miles
Jersey City, NJ 7306
6277 JERICHO TPKE 23.0 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
464 Hudson Terrace, 23.1 miles
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 7632
2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 23.4 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 23.4 miles
Commack, NY 11725
1361 Hylan Blvd, 23.6 miles
Staten Island, NY 10305
854 W SIDE AVE 23.6 miles
JERSEY CITY, NJ 7306
800 SYLVAN AVE 23.6 miles
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ 7632
320 LAUREL RD 23.6 miles
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
On-site only 23.8 miles
Staten Island, NY 10304
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 23.8 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 24.0 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
81 Randall Ave, 24.0 miles
Staten Island, NY 10301
10A KEMP CT 24.1 miles
EAST ISLIP, NY 11730
209 LEFANTE WAY 24.5 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
25 Rockwood Pl, Ste 1 24.5 miles
Englewood, NJ 7631
30 SEAVIEW DR 24.7 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
880 AVENUE C 24.8 miles
BAYONNE, NJ 7002
1 ORCHARD ST 24.9 miles
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 7660
210 MEADOWLANDS PKWY 25.0 miles
SECAUCUS, NJ 7094
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 Oceanside, New York 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 Oceanside, New York 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 Oceanside, New York 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: Oceanside, New York
Originally known as South Bay, the English government established a township there in 1674 called Christian Hook, basing the name on the predominant religious affiliation of colonists in the area. Land development proceeded rapidly, and oyster sales took their place as a dominant force, with the local business "Mott's Landing" becoming a favorite place to buy oysters.
In the nineteenth century, the town residents decided that "Oceanville" sounded better than "Christian Hook": it was "Oceanville Oysters" that sold, and in 1864, the new name became official. However, there was already an Oceanville in New York, so "Ocean Side," as two words, was adopted as the town's name in 1890 (this despite it not actually fronting the Atlantic Ocean, which is located a few miles to the south. It is separated from the ocean by Reynolds Channel and other marsh islands, as well as the Long Beach Barrier Island).
The Oceanside Fire Department was established in 1902. Columbia Engine Co. #1, an old firehouse, still exists, and is located at the southwest corner of the triangle where Lincoln Avenue meets Long Beach Road.