Syphilis cases in Dallas County run about 46% lower than the US average. If you are in Garland, Texas and wondering whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind, you can choose between community clinics with low-cost or free services, and private labs that offer faster results and more flexible scheduling. See the list below for local options.
12 testing centers serve Garland, TX — the nearest, Hope Clinic Of Garland, about 0.5 miles away. Compare 8 community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay — required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
About 3 miles east of Garland in Rowlett: Texas Health Family Care screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—treating bacterial infections on the spot and managing prevention through vaccines and education. It's built for anyone with insurance, Medicaid, or the ability to pay on a sliding scale.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Texas Health Family Care tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, along with hepatitis B and C and TB. Bacterial infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea can be treated the same visit; HIV and hepatitis cases are managed with follow-up care and specialist referral.
Vaccines and prevention education
The clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus adult hepatitis B vaccination. Staff provide education on STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB prevention, helping you understand your risk and next steps whether you test positive or negative.
Cost on a sliding scale
There is a standard visit fee; Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, as is private insurance. If you don't have coverage, a sliding scale adjusts the cost based on your income, so cost alone won't block you from getting tested.
Appointment required
You'll need to call ahead and schedule; walk-ins are not accommodated. Plan your visit in advance so you can get in when it suits your schedule.
Tests & treatsSliding-scale
5501 Gordon Smith Road, Suite 500 Rowlett, TX 75089
About 6 miles north of Garland in Richardson: Texas Infectious Disease Institute offers sliding-scale STI and hepatitis testing with treatment on-site, accepting Medicaid and insurance; appointments required. It's built for anyone managing infection or prevention, from PrEP access to hepatitis care.
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Sliding scale covers most; insurance and Medicaid accepted
You'll pay on a sliding scale for most visits, and the clinic accepts Medicaid and insurance to lower your out-of-pocket cost. If you're uninsured and interested in PrEP, that's covered separately. The fee structure is designed so cost doesn't block you from getting tested or treated.
Tests for the full spectrum, treats bacterial STIs same-visit
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, TB, and HIV. Bacterial STIs are treated on-site the same visit. HIV, hepatitis B and C, and TB require ongoing specialist care, which the clinic manages; hepatitis A and B vaccines are available too.
Appointments required; Spanish and French interpretation offered
You'll need to book ahead—walk-ins aren't an option here. Staff can interpret in Spanish and French, so language won't be a barrier if you need it.
Best for anyone managing infection or building prevention
This is the place if you're already on treatment for HIV or hepatitis and need continuity, or if you're uninsured and want PrEP without the insurance hassle. It's also solid for anyone who wants testing, counseling, and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs all in one appointment.
Tests & treatsSliding-scalePrEP
2821 East George Bush Highway, Suite 500 Richardson, TX 75082
About 7 miles south of Garland in Mesquite: Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas is a full-service sexual health clinic offering testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking STI screening, HIV care, PrEP, or HPV vaccination without navigating multiple providers.
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A clinic built for sexual health, start to finish
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas handles testing and treatment together: you can walk in for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes screening, get same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and leave with a plan. If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, you can start PrEP the same day; if you've had a potential exposure, PEP is available. HPV vaccination and condom distribution are also on-site, so prevention doesn't require a separate trip.
Cost and access fit most budgets
There's no free testing here, but fees run on a sliding scale tied to income—Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you earn and what coverage you have. You'll need an appointment, which you can schedule in advance to avoid a long wait.
Spanish and interpretation services built in
Spanish-language care and interpretation services for other languages are available, so language won't block you from getting tested or starting prevention.
Best for those ready to act on results
This clinic shines if you want testing, treatment, and prevention handled together—especially if you're uninsured or underinsured and need a sliding-scale fee, or if you're considering PrEP and want to start it immediately after a negative HIV test.
Tests & treatsTitle XSliding-scalePrEP
1220 North Town East Boulevard, Suite 230 Mesquite, TX 75150
About 8 miles west of Garland in Dallas: UT Southwestern requires an appointment but offers same-visit STI testing and treatment, HIV screening, and prevention services like PrEP—best for anyone seeking coordinated sexual health care with insurance coverage.
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Appointments required; testing and treatment in one visit
You'll need to schedule ahead at UT Southwestern, but a single appointment covers STI testing, HIV screening, and treatment for bacterial infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. If you're starting PrEP or need an HPV or hepatitis A vaccine, those can be managed during the same visit.
Screens for six infections; treats bacterial STIs on-site
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and both rapid and conventional HIV tests. Bacterial STIs are treated immediately; HIV and hepatitis care are managed through follow-up. Hepatitis B vaccination and family planning services are also available.
Insurance and standard fees apply
UT Southwestern accepts insurance and Medicaid. Uninsured patients pay a standard visit fee. There is no sliding-scale option, so expect costs closer to a private clinic than a public health department.
Best for insured patients with flexible scheduling
This clinic works well if you have insurance, can plan ahead, and want STI testing and prevention (PrEP, vaccines) handled in one coordinated visit with a larger health system.
Tests & treatsPrEP
8194 Walnut Hill Lane, Professional Building 5 Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75231
About 9 miles northwest of Garland in Plano: Julias Center for Healthcare requires an appointment but offers testing and treatment in a single visit, with sliding-scale fees that start at no cost. It's ideal for anyone needing STI screening, hepatitis testing, or vaccines without the wait of a walk-in clinic.
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Appointments mean shorter visits and guaranteed care
You'll schedule ahead at Julias Center, which means no waiting room shuffle—you come in at your time and move through testing and treatment in one visit. That structure works especially well if you know you need to be tested and want to plan around your schedule.
Screens for six STIs plus hepatitis and TB
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—can be treated on the spot. You'll also find HPV and hepatitis A vaccines here, plus education on STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB prevention.
Sliding scale from free to donation-based
Testing and treatment start at no fee and move up on a sliding scale based on what you can pay. No insurance or Medicaid required—the clinic accepts donations too, so cost won't lock you out.
Best for people who can plan ahead
If you need testing and can book an appointment a few days out, Julias Center gives you a streamlined visit with same-day STI treatment and vaccines all in one stop.
About 10 miles west of Garland in Dallas: Brehm Medical Center screens for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, and HIV, treating bacterial infections on-site and offering PrEP and HPV vaccination to prevent future infection. It's best for anyone seeking a full testing and prevention plan in one visit.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Brehm Medical Center tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, and HIV. If you test positive for gonorrhea, chlamydia, or syphilis, treatment is available right there; for herpes and HIV, the clinic manages ongoing care. You'll need an appointment to be seen.
Prevention: PrEP, vaccines, and education
If you're at ongoing risk, Brehm offers PrEP to prevent HIV infection. The clinic also provides HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus education on STI and HIV prevention to help you stay protected between visits.
Expect a standard visit fee
Brehm charges a fee for visits; this is typically higher than a public health clinic. Plan ahead for cost, and call ahead to schedule your appointment.
Best for those with insurance or savings
Brehm works well if you have the means to pay out of pocket or carry insurance, want PrEP as part of your prevention plan, and prefer a private clinic setting for testing and treatment.
12 testing centers serving Garland and Dallas County — screening for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, Conventional HIV, TB.
Community health center
Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay — required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.
Source: CMS FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment files (data.cms.gov), refreshed quarterly. Title X status reflects the latest OPA grantee list.
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2535 Firewheel Parkway, Garland, TX, 75040
2.4 miles away
About 3 miles east of Garland in Rowlett: Texas Health Family Care screens for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis B and C, and TB—treating bacterial infections on the spot and managing prevention through vaccines and education. It's built for anyone with insurance, Medicaid, or the ability to pay on a sliding scale.
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Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Texas Health Family Care tests for HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis, along with hepatitis B and C and TB. Bacterial infections like chlamydia and gonorrhea can be treated the same visit; HIV and hepatitis cases are managed with follow-up care and specialist referral.
Vaccines and prevention education
The clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus adult hepatitis B vaccination. Staff provide education on STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB prevention, helping you understand your risk and next steps whether you test positive or negative.
Cost on a sliding scale
There is a standard visit fee; Medicaid and Medicare are accepted, as is private insurance. If you don't have coverage, a sliding scale adjusts the cost based on your income, so cost alone won't block you from getting tested.
Appointment required
You'll need to call ahead and schedule; walk-ins are not accommodated. Plan your visit in advance so you can get in when it suits your schedule.
5501 Gordon Smith Road, Suite 500 Rowlett, TX 75089
2.9 miles away
Family Planning · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
About 6 miles north of Garland in Richardson: Texas Infectious Disease Institute offers sliding-scale STI and hepatitis testing with treatment on-site, accepting Medicaid and insurance; appointments required. It's built for anyone managing infection or prevention, from PrEP access to hepatitis care.
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Sliding scale covers most; insurance and Medicaid accepted
You'll pay on a sliding scale for most visits, and the clinic accepts Medicaid and insurance to lower your out-of-pocket cost. If you're uninsured and interested in PrEP, that's covered separately. The fee structure is designed so cost doesn't block you from getting tested or treated.
Tests for the full spectrum, treats bacterial STIs same-visit
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A/B/C, TB, and HIV. Bacterial STIs are treated on-site the same visit. HIV, hepatitis B and C, and TB require ongoing specialist care, which the clinic manages; hepatitis A and B vaccines are available too.
Appointments required; Spanish and French interpretation offered
You'll need to book ahead—walk-ins aren't an option here. Staff can interpret in Spanish and French, so language won't be a barrier if you need it.
Best for anyone managing infection or building prevention
This is the place if you're already on treatment for HIV or hepatitis and need continuity, or if you're uninsured and want PrEP without the insurance hassle. It's also solid for anyone who wants testing, counseling, and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs all in one appointment.
PrEP
2821 East George Bush Highway, Suite 500 Richardson, TX 75082
6.2 miles away
About 7 miles south of Garland in Mesquite: Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas is a full-service sexual health clinic offering testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking STI screening, HIV care, PrEP, or HPV vaccination without navigating multiple providers.
Read full overviewShow less
A clinic built for sexual health, start to finish
Planned Parenthood of Greater Texas handles testing and treatment together: you can walk in for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and herpes screening, get same-visit treatment for bacterial infections, and leave with a plan. If you're HIV-negative and at ongoing risk, you can start PrEP the same day; if you've had a potential exposure, PEP is available. HPV vaccination and condom distribution are also on-site, so prevention doesn't require a separate trip.
Cost and access fit most budgets
There's no free testing here, but fees run on a sliding scale tied to income—Medicaid and insurance are accepted, so your actual cost depends on what you earn and what coverage you have. You'll need an appointment, which you can schedule in advance to avoid a long wait.
Spanish and interpretation services built in
Spanish-language care and interpretation services for other languages are available, so language won't block you from getting tested or starting prevention.
Best for those ready to act on results
This clinic shines if you want testing, treatment, and prevention handled together—especially if you're uninsured or underinsured and need a sliding-scale fee, or if you're considering PrEP and want to start it immediately after a negative HIV test.
Title XPrEP
1220 North Town East Boulevard, Suite 230 Mesquite, TX 75150
7.0 miles away
About 8 miles west of Garland in Dallas: UT Southwestern requires an appointment but offers same-visit STI testing and treatment, HIV screening, and prevention services like PrEP—best for anyone seeking coordinated sexual health care with insurance coverage.
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Appointments required; testing and treatment in one visit
You'll need to schedule ahead at UT Southwestern, but a single appointment covers STI testing, HIV screening, and treatment for bacterial infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. If you're starting PrEP or need an HPV or hepatitis A vaccine, those can be managed during the same visit.
Screens for six infections; treats bacterial STIs on-site
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, and both rapid and conventional HIV tests. Bacterial STIs are treated immediately; HIV and hepatitis care are managed through follow-up. Hepatitis B vaccination and family planning services are also available.
Insurance and standard fees apply
UT Southwestern accepts insurance and Medicaid. Uninsured patients pay a standard visit fee. There is no sliding-scale option, so expect costs closer to a private clinic than a public health department.
Best for insured patients with flexible scheduling
This clinic works well if you have insurance, can plan ahead, and want STI testing and prevention (PrEP, vaccines) handled in one coordinated visit with a larger health system.
PrEP
8194 Walnut Hill Lane, Professional Building 5 Suite 100 Dallas, TX 75231
8.0 miles away
Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Fees & payment
Fee · Insurance Accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages
About 9 miles northwest of Garland in Plano: Julias Center for Healthcare requires an appointment but offers testing and treatment in a single visit, with sliding-scale fees that start at no cost. It's ideal for anyone needing STI screening, hepatitis testing, or vaccines without the wait of a walk-in clinic.
Read full overviewShow less
Appointments mean shorter visits and guaranteed care
You'll schedule ahead at Julias Center, which means no waiting room shuffle—you come in at your time and move through testing and treatment in one visit. That structure works especially well if you know you need to be tested and want to plan around your schedule.
Screens for six STIs plus hepatitis and TB
The clinic tests for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and TB. Bacterial STIs—chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis—can be treated on the spot. You'll also find HPV and hepatitis A vaccines here, plus education on STI, HIV, hepatitis, and TB prevention.
Sliding scale from free to donation-based
Testing and treatment start at no fee and move up on a sliding scale based on what you can pay. No insurance or Medicaid required—the clinic accepts donations too, so cost won't lock you out.
Best for people who can plan ahead
If you need testing and can book an appointment a few days out, Julias Center gives you a streamlined visit with same-day STI treatment and vaccines all in one stop.
1947 K Avenue, Suite A400 Plano, TX 75074
9.1 miles away
About 10 miles west of Garland in Dallas: Brehm Medical Center screens for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, and HIV, treating bacterial infections on-site and offering PrEP and HPV vaccination to prevent future infection. It's best for anyone seeking a full testing and prevention plan in one visit.
Read full overviewShow less
Testing and same-visit treatment for bacterial STIs
Brehm Medical Center tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, and HIV. If you test positive for gonorrhea, chlamydia, or syphilis, treatment is available right there; for herpes and HIV, the clinic manages ongoing care. You'll need an appointment to be seen.
Prevention: PrEP, vaccines, and education
If you're at ongoing risk, Brehm offers PrEP to prevent HIV infection. The clinic also provides HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus education on STI and HIV prevention to help you stay protected between visits.
Expect a standard visit fee
Brehm charges a fee for visits; this is typically higher than a public health clinic. Plan ahead for cost, and call ahead to schedule your appointment.
Best for those with insurance or savings
Brehm works well if you have the means to pay out of pocket or carry insurance, want PrEP as part of your prevention plan, and prefer a private clinic setting for testing and treatment.
PrEP
6190 Lbj Freeway, Suite 800 Dallas, TX 75240
9.9 miles away
Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Dallas County — each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many
test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to
confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.
Showing the 6 closest CLIA-certified labs in Dallas County.
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records, filtered to active labs
certified for moderate-to-high-complexity testing — the level chlamydia/gonorrhea NAAT and syphilis serology
require — near Garland. Any star rating is the CMS Hospital Compare overall rating where the lab is a rated
hospital. Inclusion is not an endorsement and doesn't confirm a facility offers STD testing — always call to verify.
Test from home
At-home STD testing in Garland, TX
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Garland, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified
lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic,
no waiting room — and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.
Want a free option first? The CDC-supported
TakeMeHome
program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits — and, in many areas, free STI kits — to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.
Best range — couples & full panels
myLAB Box
$79 & up
Screens for:
Up to 14 infections — incl. HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis & herpes
Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and
treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often — confirm current details on
the provider's site.
Local clinicians
Doctors near Garland who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 4,528 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Garland — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 1,603 offer telehealth.
These are licensed clinicians who can order STD testing during a visit — not dedicated STD-testing clinics.
Confirm services and availability before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians (Medicare-enrolled providers).
Local context
About Garland, TX
A notable share of residents speak limited English (bilingual services help). Garland, in Dallas, Texas, is a large city. Sachse is the closest neighboring town, and unemployment runs about 5.2%. Demand is high even with many clinics, so mail-in kits and telehealth cut the wait.
ZIP 75044 snapshot
Inside Garland's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Garland.
Residents
46,847
Median age
35.9
Median income
$89,631
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Garland
Walkability12.14 / 20 · Above average
Garland scores 12.14/20 on the EPA walkability index, so many trips are walkable or a short ride — though a car still gives you the widest choice of testing centers.
Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.
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Use our confidential symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms — and which tests are recommended near Garland.
Here's how reported STI rates in Dallas County — the county that includes Garland — compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~29% of Dallas County residents are aged 15–34 (ACS) — the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally, which is why local screening access matters here.
Lower chlamydia rate than 2% of the state's 254 counties (ranked #6)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Dallas County vs Texas vs U.S.
Dallas CountyTexasU.S.
Infection
Dallas County
Texas
United States
Chlamydia
782.920,405 cases▲ 59%
491.9
492.2
Gonorrhea
359.29,362 cases▲ 104%
176.4
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
8.6223 cases▼ 43%
15
15.8
Syphilis (early)
45.81,194 cases▲ 73%
26.4
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
79.32,066 cases▲ 79%
44.3
29.5
Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. County figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.
Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread — a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.
Reported STD rates in Dallas County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 7% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Dallas County, chlamydia has risen from 712.6 to 782.9 per 100,000 (10%), gonorrhea has fallen from 372.8 to 359.2 per 100,000 (4%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 8.2 to 8.6 per 100,000 (5%).
The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis).
Community health context
What shapes testing access in and around Garland
Adults uninsured
13.8%
No routine checkup
23.2%
Binge drinking
16.1%
Frequent mental distress
15.3%
Depression
18.6%
Below poverty line
8.1%
Primary-care ratio
1,387 : 1
Dallas County
Primary-care shortage score 21 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 45.8
Social Vulnerability Index · 89th percentile nationally
Sources: CDC PLACES (ZIP), County Health Rankings, CDC/ATSDR SVI, HRSA HPSA, HRSA MUA/P, Neighborhood Atlas ADI. Lower insurance coverage, fewer routine checkups, and a thin primary-care ratio all raise the value of low-cost public clinics and at-home testing in Dallas County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Dallas County (2023)
Federal priority area: Dallas County is one of 48 U.S. counties prioritized under the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative — targeted federal funding to expand local HIV testing, PrEP, and prevention.
People living with HIV
958 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
831
On PrEP (coverage)
21.6%
Dallas County HIV care continuum (2023)
Dallas County recorded 38.7 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Dallas County residents living with HIV, 83.6% know their status · 79.1% are in care · 67.5% are virally suppressed.
Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers — it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.
Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once — every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at the county health department.
Pregnant or planning to be?
Congenital syphilis — passed from parent to baby in pregnancy — is the fastest-rising STI in the country.
U.S. cases climbed from 2,163 in 2020 to 3,882 in 2023.
It is almost entirely preventable: the CDC recommends a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit, and every clinic and lab listed for Dallas County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
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Two quick references for getting tested in Dallas County: the CDC's screening schedule (who should test, and how often) and the detection "window" for each infection (the earliest a test can reliably detect it). Select any infection to open its in-depth testing guide — every clinic and lab listed above for Garland screens for them.
Who should get tested, and how often
Based on current CDC screening recommendations.
Group
Tests
How often
Everyone aged 13–64
HIV
At least once
Sexually active women under 25
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners
Chlamydia, gonorrhea
Every year
Pregnant people
HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia
Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM)
Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV
Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment
HIV, hepatitis B & C
At least yearly
All adults at least once
Hepatitis C
At least once
When to test: STD detection windows
Testing too early can return a false negative — confirm timing with a Garland-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Garland often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits
bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full
guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.
Test
Reference price
CPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT)
$47.80
87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT)
$47.80
87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT)
$47.76
87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody
$79.20
87389
HIV-1/2 antibody
$22.44
86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL)
$5.61
86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody)
$17.49
86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT)
$47.76
87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen
$15.33
87340
Hepatitis C antibody
$29.16
86803
Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS — 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only — a clinic visit, sample collection, or a
bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.
Prevention & treatment
PrEP, prevention & online treatment
Testing is one step. For residents of Garland, telehealth covers the rest of the picture — HIV-prevention
medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back
positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.
Prevent (PrEP & DoxyPEP)
Daily or on-demand medication that prevents HIV — and DoxyPEP, which lowers the risk of syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea.
Mistr
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP — HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
Pricing varies by insurance and changes often — confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a
substitute for emergency care.
Privacy
Confidentiality & consent in Texas
The questions Garland residents ask most before testing, answered under Texas law — which sets confidentiality and consent the same way statewide. Prefer to keep your name off the record? See our guide to anonymous STD testing.
Can a minor consent?
In Texas, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own — no parental permission is required.
Will it show on my insurance?
If you use health insurance, an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) may be mailed to the policyholder. Under HIPAA you can ask your insurer in writing to send communications confidentially. To keep a test fully private, choose a self-pay private lab, an at-home kit, or a public health clinic — none of these bill your insurance.
Anonymous & no-insurance options
Public health clinics and at-home kits let you test without involving insurance or your regular doctor. Many Texas health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. Texas permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication to pass to your partner — no separate exam or appointment needed for them.
Source: Guttmacher Institute — Minors' Access to STI Services; HIPAA 45 CFR 164.522; CDC — Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy (last updated Jul 2025). General information, not legal advice.
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STD testing FAQs for Garland, TX
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
How many places can I test near Garland?
There are 12 options within a 30-mile drive.
How much does STD testing cost near Garland?
Free at public clinics. Private labs run about $24 for one test and $139 for a full panel; at-home kits are $99–209.
Can I get tested in Garland without insurance?
Public clinics serve people without insurance, often on a sliding scale.
What does a full STD panel cover?
A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.
What's the local chlamydia rate?
Dallas County reported ~783 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Texas average.
Can young people get tested confidentially?
Teen and campus health clinics and public health departments offer youth-friendly, low-cost testing.
Are there LGBTQ-friendly testing options?
Public and community clinics test everyone; several provide LGBTQ-affirming services.
Can you tell if someone has an STD by looking?
No — most STIs have no visible signs, so the only way to know is to test.
What does a reactive HIV test mean?
A reactive screen is a preliminary positive that must be confirmed with a follow-up test; if confirmed, treatment is highly effective.
Is HPV linked to cancer?
Certain high-risk HPV types raise cancer risk; vaccination and routine screening are the defenses.
