STD Testing in Vermont

Getting tested for STDs in Vermont can help you identify STDs early, protect yourself and your partners, and limit the spread of STDs – especially STDs with undetectable or mild symptoms.

While STDs are a national concern, Vermont has the lowest rate of syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea in the country, according to the most recent data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Many STDs are curable. For those that aren’t, treatments are usually available to help manage symptoms and prevent you from passing them on to others. If you’re sexually active, regular testing is the only way to know if you have an STD and get the treatment you need to prevent potentially serious health issues and stop the spread.

There are numerous Vermont STD testing centers where you can get information and free or low-cost screening and treatment. For example, Aspire Now provides free, confidential STD testing, while the three Planned Parenthood locations in the area are other great sources of sexual health care.

Vermont STD Testing Directory

To help you locate an accredited laboratory/testing center, a list of resources has been compiled and can be found below.

Consult with your health care provider about any lab testing that you may be considering. It is also important to follow up with your health care provider to discuss your results within the context of your medical history.

STD Trends in Vermont

Vermont’s reported STDs are way below average. Some of the underlying causes of STDs can be related to economic disparities that prevent access to appropriate health care, substance use, and homelessness, all of which aren’t major issues in Vermont. Here’s where the state stands:

Testing Graph Vermont

Source: CDC 2020 STD Surveillance Report

STD Screening Recommendations and Risk Factors

If you have sex, you are at risk for getting an STD. According to the CDC, risk factors for STDs include:

  • Unprotected sex (anal, vaginal, or oral)
  • Sex with multiple partners
  • Anonymous sex partners
  • Sex under the influence of drugs or alcohol
  • Injection of drugs or sharing needles

Should you get tested for STDs? And how often? Talk to your doctor to be sure, but you should generally follow these CDC recommendations:

STD Testing in Vermont:

Vermont Community STD Testing Centers

Community-based STD testing organizations generate awareness and foster social change while providing access to testing and treatment.

If you’re concerned about visiting your regular doctor or can’t afford the cost of private testing, a community testing center may be able to help. While community testing centers may charge a fee for STD testing, it’s common to find free or low-cost testing from these resources:

Frequently Asked Questions About STD Tests in Vermont

Which STD has the highest number of cases in Vermont?

Chlamydia is the most common STD in Vermont at a rate of 179.0 cases per 100,000 people in the state. However, Vermont ranks lowest in the nation for chlamydia, as well as for gonorrhea and syphilis.

Is STD testing free in Vermont?

There are free STD clinics in Vermont, including Aspire Now, and multiple Planned Parenthood locations.

How much does STD testing cost in Vermont?

STD test costs can vary by location and test type. Community or nonprofit clinics typically offer free or low-cost testing, however. Other locations, like labs, clinics, and at-home testing companies, may allow you to use health insurance to pay for or lower your out-of-pocket cost.

If you do pay, lab testing fees range from $8 to $150, while at-home tests cost between $35 and $175 per test.

What is included in a full STD panel?

A full STD panel usually consists of HIV, herpes, hepatitis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis screenings.

Does insurance cover STD testing?

Insurance coverage depends on which clinic you go to, but most STD clinics accept insurance. It’s always best to contact the clinic in advance to ask about cost and insurance acceptance.

How long does it take to get STD results?

In some cases and for certain tests, you may get rapid results, such as HIV test results, within a half hour. Other testing can take a few days or as long as a week to get results, such as bacterial testing, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis.

STD Resources in Vermont

Learn more about STDs and the signs and symptoms that you might have contracted an STD. You’ll find numerous authoritative resources at the state and national levels that provide valuable information about the most common STDs, testing procedures, and prevention.

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