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Health Services Overview

Rapid HIV testing may be available on a walk-up basis during testing hours, but appointments are recommended. Same day appointments may be available, please call us at (562) 434-4455 ext. 500 for the best assistance.

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Thursday: 10:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM *Appointment Only

Sunday: Closed

Free HIV Testing & STI Screening Services

“If you are experiencing symptoms related to STIs or have been notified by a partner that you may have been exposed, please let us know when you call to schedule an appointment with one of our on-site providers. Telehealth sessions are available.”

HIV Testing

The Basics of HIV & STI Testing

We pride ourselves on our approachable, simple, and client-centered services. The HIV tests offered are FREE of cost to our patients, highly accurate, and completely confidential, with results that come back in as little as 1-minute. For complete HIV testing services, we ask you to allow 20 minutes of your time to speak to a counselor before and after the test is administered. Whether your reason for getting tested is routine or urgent, we are here to help you consider your health first. Do you know your status? If not, make an appointment, and we can help.

STI Screening

The Health Services team provides free on-site STI screenings for syphilis, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. This is done through blood and multi-site, self-collected samples from the genitals, throat, and rectum. Results are available in 5-7 business days and treatment is available at no cost if needed. STI-related exams, as well as screenings by a Nurse Practitioner, are available via telehealth or in person. We strive to make all of our services accessible to LGBTQ individuals who do not have insurance, those who are underinsured, or who not feel comfortable discussing their sexual health with their own providers.
STI Screening

STI Basics and What You Should Know

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Syphilis

You can get syphilis by direct contact with a syphilis sore during genital, anal, or oral sex, or by having sex with someone who is infected with syphilis. Sores can be found on or around the genitals, anus, in the rectum, on the lips, or in the mouth. Having syphilis once does not protect you from getting it again, even if you received treatment. Using condoms the right way every me you have sex can reduce the chances of being exposed to syphilis.

Gonorrhea

You can get syphilis by direct contact with a syphilis sore during genital, anal, or oral sex, or by having sex with someone who is infected with syphilis. Sores can be found on or around the genitals, anus, in the rectum, on the lips, or in the mouth. Having syphilis once does not protect you from getting it again, even if you received treatment. Using condoms the right way every me you have sex can reduce the chances of being exposed to syphilis.

Chlamydia

Most people who have chlamydia have no symptoms. Symptoms may include discharge, burning sensation on when urinating and, less commonly, pain or swelling in the testicles. A person can also get infected with chlamydia in their rectum and throat. More than half of our patients that have an STI have a reactive chlamydia test.

HIV

The vast majority of HIV infections can be detected earlier then before. Why is this important to know? Early detection can lead to better health outcomes and less complications. It also prevents further transmission, since a large proportion of new HIV infections come from individuals who are newly infected and don't know their health status. An undetectable viral load can significantly reduce the transmission of HIV through sex. Check out U=U (Undetectable = Untransmittable) for more information. Although the most effective way to prevent the sexual transmission of HIV is to avoid exposure to body fluids that contain the virus, the reality is that not all exposures result in infections and the likelihood of infection depends on many factors. You CANNOT get HIV from kissing, hugging, sharing food, toilet seats, or sweat.

Additional STI Screening Resources

Find more information and local clinics here.

APLA Health Long Beach

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wednesday: 8:00am – 7:00pm
(562) 247‐7740
1043 Elm Ave. Suite #302
Long Beach, CA 90813

The CARE Center

Monday - Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
(562) 453‐3766
1043 Elm Ave. Suite 300
Long Beach, CA 90813

AHF – Out of the Closet

Monday - Saturday: 10:00am - 7:00pm
Sunday: 10:00am to 6:00pm
(562) 494-0340
3500 E Pacific Coast Hwy
Long Beach, CA 90804

Long Beach Health Department
Main Health

HIV Testing and STI Screening
Tuesday: 8:30am to 4:30pm
(562) 570-7916
2525 Grand Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90815

Long Beach Health Department
Ron Arias Health Equity Center

HIV Testing and STI Screening
Friday: 9:00am to 4:00pm
(562) 570-3343
6335 Myrtle Ave
Long Beach, CA 90805

Long Beach Health Department Mobile Testing Clinic

All throughout Long Beach
10:00am to 3:00pm
Monthly calendar: www.longbeach.gov/mtu
3500 E Pacific Coast Hwy
(562) 235-7152

Bienestar Human Services

Monday - Friday: 10:00am-6:30pm
866-590-6411
2690 Pacific Ave #300,
Long Beach, CA

Long Beach Comprehensive Health Center

Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 4:00pm
(562) 753-2300
1333 Chestnut Ave
Long Beach, CA 90813

List of Local HIV/STI Care Agencies

Click the button below to download a PDF list of all local HIV/STI Care Agencies.

Preventative Care Overview

PEP (post-exposure prophylaxis) means taking antiretroviral medicines (ART) after being potentially exposed to HIV to prevent becoming infected. PEP should be used only in emergency situations and must be started within 72 hours after recent possible exposure to HIV. If you think you’ve recently been exposed to HIV during sex, through sharing needles or if you’ve been sexually assaulted, talk to your health care provider or an emergency room doctor about PEP right away.

Looking for PrEP in Long Beach?

Here are some locations near the Center that can help:

APLA Health Long Beach

Mon, Tues, Thurs, & Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Wed: 8:00am – 7:00pm
(562) 247‐7740
1043 Elm Ave. Suite #302
Long Beach, CA 90813

The CARE Program

Monday - Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm
(562) 453‐3766
1043 Elm Ave. Suite 300
Long Beach, CA 90813

Long Beach Department of Health

Monday - Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm
(562) 570-4315
2525 Grand Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90815

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