Sexually Transmitted
Disease Clinic (STD)
Confidential, Low Cost Testing and Treatment
Sexually
Transmitted Diseases (STDs) are caused by bacteria or viruses
usually transmitted by sexual activity with an infected person.
With the exception of viral infections, most STDs can be cured.
If you think you have an STD or need to be screened don't hesitate
to come in to the clinic.
How to Find
Us
Hillsborough County Health Department
1105 E Kennedy Blvd.
Tampa, Florida
Phone (813) 307-8064
Located in Downtown Tampa on the corner of Kennedy Blvd.
and Nebraska Ave.
FREE PARKING for clients in lot next to the clinic |
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Clinic Hours
Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 3:30 pm
Limited services on second Friday of the month
Closed on fourth Tuesday of each month
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** PLEASE NOTE
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All efforts are made to see every
patient the same day they present for service. There are
occasions, due to staffing limitations and/or patient volume,
that a patient may be asked to return the next business
day.
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June 10, 2008pect">What to Expect at a Visit
The STD clinic offers low cost ($30.00), confidential, same day
service to the public. There is a sliding scale fee for those
needing financial assistance, however no one will be turned away
for inability to pay. Medicare, Medicaid, and Hillsborough
Health Care Plan are accepted. Private insurance is not billed.
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** NOTE **
Minors 12 years of age and over
do NOT need parental consent for examination
and treatment.
(A minor under the age of 12 does need parental consent).
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Upon arriving at the clinic you will receive a number and registration papers. The number you receive will be your clinic number for the day. You will be called by this number for each service to preserve your confidentiality. Patients are usually called in order of arrival but there are some exceptions such as follow-up patients and patients who are called by a letter. Your medical records are confidential, only with your written consent may someone other than Health Department personnel have access to these records. The clinic personnel are specially trained in diagnosing and treating sexually transmitted diseases. To provide you the best possible service please provide accurate information throughout the process.
The clinic visit will involve several steps: registration, interview, blood draw, exam, and results/medication. Because of the comprehensive nature of this service the entire visit will take two or more hours.
Each client receives a thorough exam focused on spotting signs of STD infections. Testing is offered to all clients for HIV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, and Chlamydia. Anonymous HIV testing is available if requested. We now have the urine test for Gonorrhea and Chlamydia. The swab is not necessary for men any longer. Herpes tests can be done if lesions are present. Women can be tested for bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis and trichomoniasis if needed. Vaccinations for hepatitis are offered to all clients. Testing for hepatitis is offered to clients at higher risk.
The RAPID HIV test with same day results is done on most days at the clinic. This is an antibody test that is done in our lab and you get the results at the end of the visit. The other test results can be obtained by calling the test results line in two weeks.
If needed you will receive medication (or a prescription) before leaving the clinic.
We will make every effort to answer all your questions and concerns during your visit. You will receive information and counseling on ways to protect yourself from sexually transmitted diseases and free condoms are offered at the end of the visit.
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Links To STD Information
American Social
Health Association (ASHA)
American
Social Health Association (FOR TEENS)
Common Sexually Transmitted Diseases
CDC - Division
of STD Prevention
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