Can You Get An Hiv Test At Planned Parenthood

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Tennessee: Ruling Restores Testing Funds for Planned Parenthood

On Feb. 16, U.S. District Judge William Haynes granted a preliminary injunction against a Tennessee Department of Health decision to halt funding for Planned Parenthood's HIV and syphilis testing program. Planned Parenthood is suing the state over... Read more »

Arizona: Planned Parenthood Plans Eight New Centers, Expansions

In response to a booming population and growing demand for services, Planned Parenthood of Central and Northern Arizona is undertaking a $2.4 million project to add or upgrade eight health centers around the greater Phoenix area and elsewhere in the... Read more »

New York: Planned Parenthood Van Takes Sex Education on the Road

On Dec. 18, Planned Parenthood Hudson Peconic unveiled Smart Wheels, a 24-foot, $88,000 mobile sex education van that organization officials say will help double the group's outreach among Lower Hudson Valley residents. The colorful van will make... Read more »

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Bad advice from planned parenthood?

Hi Dr. Bob-I called my local planned parenthood concerend about a potential exposure (cut on my finger during a manicure, liquid styptic put on my cut and lotion massaged on my hands afterward), and the woman there told me it was a significant risk...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,You cut your finger during a manicure? OUCHAMAGOUCHA!!!The initial advice you received was inaccurate. I agree with the advice you subsequently got from the AIDS hotline and CDC. To answer your specific questions:1.No.2.A negative test is always... Read more »

Planned parenthood in Texas is making me wait

Hi Dr. Bob! I had unprotected insertive oral from someone and I am going to take a test at three months mark. But when I called planned parent hood. They told me to take one when after 4 months. So what should I do?.. Should I take one now...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,There are many illogical and bizarre things about Texas for instance Tom DeLay, or certain inhabitants of Crawford and the fact that "he needed killin'" is considered a valid defense in court. Consequently I can't comment on... Read more »

HIV TEST TROUGH HEALTH PLAN OR HOME ACCESS

After now stopping years of high risk behavior, it's time for another HIV test. I've got a new job that I love, and am doing very well there. We've got a great insurance plan. What issues could be involved in choosing to get an HIV...

Response from Lynne Gabriel

WorkPositive, Inc.

I believe your question is the difference between anonymous and confidential testing. As you know, when you get tested through your healthcare provider, your name is attached to the test. Testing through Home Access (the home collection device)... Read more »

Hebatitis B vacination and HIV Test (HEPATITIS B VACCINE AND HIV TESTS, 2009)

Dear Doctor,I have just proceeded a donation and wondering how to do a blank donations to be directly withdrawn from my accounts quarterly, a small amount but feel to do it.I have searched troughs your treads and did not find such subject posed...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Hermes,1.Yes, a three-month HIV-antibody test is recommended if you want a definitive and conclusive result. I agree with the doctor that you've had way too many HIV tests already and that most likely you are HIV negative. Your... Read more »

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Nurse at Planned Parenthood said test at 6 & 12mos

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

I have been visiting this forum and also doing alot of research and what I have learned is 3 mos is a very good and then 6 mos to be sure.
Went to Planned Parenthood yesterday took the Ora sure and the nurse said that It was good I was testing at 6... Read more »

Planned Parenthood... Elisa???

Posted by Anonymous, 2 Replies

Does anyone know if the blood draw test provided at Planned Parenthood (the one that takes 3-5 business days); is that an ELISA? I asked them, but the girl didn't seem to know. I will appreciate your info. Read more »

Planned Parenthood

Posted by hangclean, 1 Reply

Why does planned parenthood still recommend 6 months for an antibody test? Read more »

Ordering Your Own HIV Test

Posted by Anonymous, 1 Reply

Besides your local Health Department, Planned Parenthood, eHIV test, and Home Access, how can one order their own HIV test at a lab in the US? If you go to the Quest Labs website and want to order your own (without a lab slip from a doctor) HIV... Read more »

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