Gonorrhea in Brevard runs about 41% lower than the US average. Whether you have symptoms or just want peace of mind, Melbourne, Florida, offers both walk-in clinics for same-day testing and lab or at-home kits to schedule around your time.
10 testing centers serve Melbourne, FL — the nearest, Brevard Health Alliance Incorporated, about 1.1 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.
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1.1 miles
Brevard Health Alliance Incorporated
★★★★☆4.4(69 reviews)?
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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 69 reviews
About 1 mile north of Melbourne in Melbourne: Brevard Health Alliance is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking integrated sexual health care alongside routine family planning and vaccines.
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A primary-care clinic with sexual health at its core
Brevard Health Alliance handles STI testing, treatment, and prevention together in a single visit. You can walk in for testing (HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis C, TB), get treated on the spot for bacterial infections, and leave with a vaccine or PrEP prescription if needed—all without bouncing between providers.
Testing and treatment in one appointment
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis and treats all three same-visit with antibiotics. HIV and hepatitis C testing is available; treatment for those is managed through the clinic's ongoing care. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are on-site, as is PrEP for HIV prevention and doxy-PEP for STI prevention after unprotected sex.
Cost on a sliding scale; insurance and Medicaid accepted
There is a standard visit fee, adjusted by income on a sliding scale. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted, so your actual cost depends on your coverage and income.
Appointment required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead rather than walk in. Spanish-language interpretation is available, making the clinic accessible to a broader patient base.
Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
Tests offered
Hepatitis A
Hepatitis C
Hepatitis B
TB
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Herpes
Chlamydia
Rapid HIV
Conventional HIV
Serves
Adolescents/Youth/Teens
American Indian or Alaska Native persons
Asian or Pacific Islander persons
Black or African American persons
Gay Men
Health Professionals
Hispanic or Latino persons
LGBTQ
Care services
Doxy PEP
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling
Mpox Vaccine
TB Treatment
STI Treatment
Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV)
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
Hepatitis C Treatment
Hepatitis B Treatment
Hepatitis A Vaccine
Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education
STI Prevention/Education
HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education
HIV Test Counseling
Hepatitis Prevention/Education
Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine
Medicaid Accepted
Sliding Scale
PrEP for uninsured
No Fee
Fee
Insurance Accepted
Free STI Test
Free HIV Test
Free Hepatitis C Test
Free Hepatitis B Test
Most reviewed
3.2 miles
Healthcare Unity Group Incorporated
★★★★☆4.2(210 reviews)?
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 210 reviews
About 3 miles southeast of Melbourne in Melbourne: Healthcare Unity Group Incorporated offers free HIV and hepatitis C testing, with sliding-scale fees for other STI screening and treatment—Medicaid and insurance accepted. It's built for anyone seeking affordable, same-visit care without insurance barriers.
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Free testing, sliding-scale care for the rest
HIV and hepatitis C testing are free; so is STI screening. For treatment and other services, you'll pay on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid or insurance covers the cost if you have it. That structure means you're never turned away by cost alone.
Tests and treatment in one visit
Healthcare Unity screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Bacterial STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) can be treated the same day. Hepatitis B and C treatment is available on-site, and if you're at risk for HIV, the clinic offers PrEP and PEP, plus doxy-PEP for STI prevention after potential exposure.
Appointments required; interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead. The clinic offers interpretation in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and American Sign Language, so language won't block access to care.
Best for anyone without insurance or on a tight budget
If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the free HIV and hepatitis C testing plus sliding-scale fees make this the practical choice. It's also the right fit if you need PrEP or PEP and don't have coverage for it.
About 5 miles southeast of Melbourne in Melbourne: Florida Department of Health in Brevard County is a public health clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention services on an appointment basis. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care with sliding-scale fees and Spanish-language support.
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A public health clinic for testing and treatment
The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County handles the full arc of STI care in one visit: rapid or conventional HIV testing, screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB. If you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on site; you won't leave without next steps.
Prevention woven into every visit
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, condom distribution, and counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention. Family planning services are also available, so a single appointment can address multiple health needs.
Sliding-scale fees, appointment required
Testing and services are not free, but the clinic uses a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are accepted. You must call ahead to book an appointment, and Spanish-language interpretation is available.
Best for those seeking affordable, in-person care
This clinic works well if you prefer to schedule in advance, need treatment the same day, or want vaccines and family planning alongside STI screening. The sliding scale makes it accessible if you're paying out of pocket or have limited insurance.
Tests & treatsSliding-scale
601 East University Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901
About 15 miles north of Melbourne in Rockledge: Curative Care Center accepts walk-ins and appointments for testing and treatment, making it easy to fit a visit into your schedule. Free HIV and hepatitis testing, plus same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and PrEP access, serve anyone seeking straightforward sexual health care.
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Walk in or call ahead—your choice
Curative Care Center takes both walk-ins and appointments, so you can drop by when it suits you or book ahead if you prefer. A single visit covers testing, counseling, and treatment if needed, with Spanish and French interpretation available.
Free testing for HIV and hepatitis; same-visit treatment for bacterial infections
HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and herpes testing are all available. HIV and hepatitis testing are free; bacterial STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) are treated on the same visit. Hepatitis B and C treatment is managed at the clinic, and PrEP is available for those without insurance.
Free STI tests; sliding-scale fees for other services
STI testing is free. Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and PrEP for the uninsured carries no cost. Other services operate on a sliding-scale fee structure, so cost won't block you from care.
Best for anyone needing free testing without an appointment
If you want to walk in for free HIV or hepatitis testing, or need same-visit treatment for chlamydia or gonorrhea, Curative Care Center removes the friction. It's equally suited to those on Medicaid, those with insurance, and those paying out of pocket.
Tests & treatsPrEP
1978 Rockledge Boulevard, Suite 103 Rockledge, FL 32955
About 22 miles southeast of Melbourne in Sebastian: Treasure Coast Community Health uses a sliding-scale fee structure—free or low-cost depending on income—making STI testing and treatment accessible whether you're uninsured or covered. It's ideal for anyone needing straightforward testing and same-visit bacterial treatment without breaking the bank.
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Sliding scale means you pay what fits your budget
Treasure Coast Community Health charges on a sliding scale, so your cost depends on income; they also accept Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. If you're uninsured or underinsured, you won't be turned away for lack of funds—just come prepared to discuss what you can afford.
Tests for the main STIs plus hepatitis C and TB
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis C, and TB. Bacterial infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) can be treated the same visit; they also offer HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus condoms and prevention counseling.
Book ahead; no walk-in testing
You'll need an appointment to be seen, so call or schedule online before you go. That structure keeps wait times predictable and ensures a provider is ready for you.
Best for anyone seeking affordable, no-judgment testing
If you're paying out of pocket or have gaps in coverage, the sliding scale makes this a practical choice. It's also a solid option if you want same-visit treatment for a bacterial STI and straightforward prevention education.
Tests & treatsSliding-scale
13505 US 1, Riverwalk Shopping Center Sebastian, FL 32958
10 testing centers serving Melbourne and Brevard 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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1735 West Hibiscus Boulevard, Melbourne, FL, 32901
1.3 miles away
Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.
Infection
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Conclusive after
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Brevard Health Alliance Incorporated
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★★★★☆4.4(69 reviews)?
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Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 69 reviews
About 1 mile north of Melbourne in Melbourne: Brevard Health Alliance is a primary-care clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention in one visit—ideal for anyone seeking integrated sexual health care alongside routine family planning and vaccines.
Read full overviewShow less
A primary-care clinic with sexual health at its core
Brevard Health Alliance handles STI testing, treatment, and prevention together in a single visit. You can walk in for testing (HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, hepatitis C, TB), get treated on the spot for bacterial infections, and leave with a vaccine or PrEP prescription if needed—all without bouncing between providers.
Testing and treatment in one appointment
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis and treats all three same-visit with antibiotics. HIV and hepatitis C testing is available; treatment for those is managed through the clinic's ongoing care. HPV and hepatitis A vaccines are on-site, as is PrEP for HIV prevention and doxy-PEP for STI prevention after unprotected sex.
Cost on a sliding scale; insurance and Medicaid accepted
There is a standard visit fee, adjusted by income on a sliding scale. Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance are all accepted, so your actual cost depends on your coverage and income.
Appointment required; Spanish interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead rather than walk in. Spanish-language interpretation is available, making the clinic accessible to a broader patient base.
Sliding-scalePrEP
2120 Sarno Road, Melbourne, FL 32935
1.1 miles away
Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Doxy PEP · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Substance Abuse Treatment · Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · Needle Cleaning, Needle Exchange or Needle Distribution · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Donations Accepted · Free Mpox Vaccine · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free STI Test · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test
LanguagesAmerican Sign Language, Chinese, English, French, Haitian Creole, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Portuguese, Spanish, Tagalog, Vietnamese
Doxy PEP · Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · Mpox Vaccine · TB Treatment · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Free Mpox Vaccine · Medicaid Accepted · Sliding Scale · PrEP for uninsured · No Fee · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free STI Test · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test · Free Hepatitis B Test
LanguagesEnglish, French, Haitian Creole, Interpretation Services Available for Non-English Languages, Spanish
Listing verified Aug 2025 · source: CDC NPIN + HRSA
About 3 miles southeast of Melbourne in Melbourne: Healthcare Unity Group Incorporated offers free HIV and hepatitis C testing, with sliding-scale fees for other STI screening and treatment—Medicaid and insurance accepted. It's built for anyone seeking affordable, same-visit care without insurance barriers.
Read full overviewShow less
Free testing, sliding-scale care for the rest
HIV and hepatitis C testing are free; so is STI screening. For treatment and other services, you'll pay on a sliding scale based on income, and Medicaid or insurance covers the cost if you have it. That structure means you're never turned away by cost alone.
Tests and treatment in one visit
Healthcare Unity screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. Bacterial STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) can be treated the same day. Hepatitis B and C treatment is available on-site, and if you're at risk for HIV, the clinic offers PrEP and PEP, plus doxy-PEP for STI prevention after potential exposure.
Appointments required; interpretation available
You'll need to schedule ahead. The clinic offers interpretation in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and American Sign Language, so language won't block access to care.
Best for anyone without insurance or on a tight budget
If you're uninsured or paying out of pocket, the free HIV and hepatitis C testing plus sliding-scale fees make this the practical choice. It's also the right fit if you need PrEP or PEP and don't have coverage for it.
PrEPDoxyPEP
1920 South Babcock Street, Melbourne, FL 32901
3.2 miles away
About 5 miles southeast of Melbourne in Melbourne: Florida Department of Health in Brevard County is a public health clinic offering STI testing, treatment, and prevention services on an appointment basis. It's built for anyone seeking affordable care with sliding-scale fees and Spanish-language support.
Read full overviewShow less
A public health clinic for testing and treatment
The Florida Department of Health in Brevard County handles the full arc of STI care in one visit: rapid or conventional HIV testing, screening for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis B and C, and TB. If you test positive for a bacterial STI, treatment is available on site; you won't leave without next steps.
Prevention woven into every visit
Beyond testing, the clinic offers HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, condom distribution, and counseling on HIV, hepatitis, TB, and STI prevention. Family planning services are also available, so a single appointment can address multiple health needs.
Sliding-scale fees, appointment required
Testing and services are not free, but the clinic uses a sliding scale based on income; Medicaid, Medicare, and insurance are accepted. You must call ahead to book an appointment, and Spanish-language interpretation is available.
Best for those seeking affordable, in-person care
This clinic works well if you prefer to schedule in advance, need treatment the same day, or want vaccines and family planning alongside STI screening. The sliding scale makes it accessible if you're paying out of pocket or have limited insurance.
601 East University Boulevard, Melbourne, FL 32901
4.5 miles away
Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
About 15 miles north of Melbourne in Rockledge: Curative Care Center accepts walk-ins and appointments for testing and treatment, making it easy to fit a visit into your schedule. Free HIV and hepatitis testing, plus same-visit treatment for bacterial infections and PrEP access, serve anyone seeking straightforward sexual health care.
Read full overviewShow less
Walk in or call ahead—your choice
Curative Care Center takes both walk-ins and appointments, so you can drop by when it suits you or book ahead if you prefer. A single visit covers testing, counseling, and treatment if needed, with Spanish and French interpretation available.
Free testing for HIV and hepatitis; same-visit treatment for bacterial infections
HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and herpes testing are all available. HIV and hepatitis testing are free; bacterial STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) are treated on the same visit. Hepatitis B and C treatment is managed at the clinic, and PrEP is available for those without insurance.
Free STI tests; sliding-scale fees for other services
STI testing is free. Medicaid and insurance are accepted, and PrEP for the uninsured carries no cost. Other services operate on a sliding-scale fee structure, so cost won't block you from care.
Best for anyone needing free testing without an appointment
If you want to walk in for free HIV or hepatitis testing, or need same-visit treatment for chlamydia or gonorrhea, Curative Care Center removes the friction. It's equally suited to those on Medicaid, those with insurance, and those paying out of pocket.
PrEP
1978 Rockledge Boulevard, Suite 103 Rockledge, FL 32955
15.2 miles away
Medication Adherence Education and Counseling · STI Treatment · Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) · HIV/AIDS Medical Treatment · Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) · Hepatitis C Treatment · Hepatitis B Treatment · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Fees & payment
Medicaid Accepted · PrEP for uninsured · No Fee · Fee · Insurance Accepted · Free STI Test · Free HIV Test · Free Hepatitis C Test · Free Hepatitis B Test
About 22 miles southeast of Melbourne in Sebastian: Treasure Coast Community Health uses a sliding-scale fee structure—free or low-cost depending on income—making STI testing and treatment accessible whether you're uninsured or covered. It's ideal for anyone needing straightforward testing and same-visit bacterial treatment without breaking the bank.
Read full overviewShow less
Sliding scale means you pay what fits your budget
Treasure Coast Community Health charges on a sliding scale, so your cost depends on income; they also accept Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance. If you're uninsured or underinsured, you won't be turned away for lack of funds—just come prepared to discuss what you can afford.
Tests for the main STIs plus hepatitis C and TB
The clinic screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, hepatitis C, and TB. Bacterial infections (chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis) can be treated the same visit; they also offer HPV and hepatitis A vaccines, plus condoms and prevention counseling.
Book ahead; no walk-in testing
You'll need an appointment to be seen, so call or schedule online before you go. That structure keeps wait times predictable and ensures a provider is ready for you.
Best for anyone seeking affordable, no-judgment testing
If you're paying out of pocket or have gaps in coverage, the sliding scale makes this a practical choice. It's also a solid option if you want same-visit treatment for a bacterial STI and straightforward prevention education.
13505 US 1, Riverwalk Shopping Center Sebastian, FL 32958
21.5 miles away
Family Planning · STI Treatment · Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) · Hepatitis A Vaccine · Adult Hepatitis B Vaccine
Prevention services
TB Prevention/Education · STI Prevention/Education · HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education · HIV Test Counseling · Hepatitis Prevention/Education · Condom Distribution
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Brevard 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 Brevard 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 Melbourne. 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 Melbourne, FL
The nearest testing center is about 1 miles away — if you'd rather skip the
trip, an at-home kit ships to Melbourne, 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 Melbourne who can order STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 452 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease
and other clinicians practice within 30 miles of Melbourne — any of them can order a confidential STD panel as
part of a regular visit, and 162 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 Melbourne, FL
Melbourne, in Brevard, Florida, is a larger city, where Melbourne Village is the closest neighboring town. Roughly 28.5% are college graduates, and unemployment runs about 4.3%. Even with clinics in the area, appointments can be tight, so at-home kits and telehealth keep testing quick and private.
ZIP 32901 snapshot
Inside Melbourne's ZIP code
These ZIP-level Census figures show the demographics that shape testing demand in Melbourne.
Residents
28,565
Median age
42.3
Median income
$50,646
Getting there
How residents reach testing in Melbourne
Walkability12.85 / 20 · Above average
Melbourne scores 12.85/20 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.
Have symptoms?
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Use our confidential symptom checker to see which STDs match your symptoms — and which tests are recommended near Melbourne.
Pharmacies stock FDA-authorized at-home STI and HIV self-tests and fill prescriptions for treatment. Locations via OpenStreetMap.
Nearby cities & towns
STD testing near Melbourne in Brevard County
Just outside Melbourne? These nearby Brevard County communities have their own testing guides — clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Here's how reported STI rates in Brevard County — the county that includes Melbourne — compare with Florida and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data.
An estimated ~27% of Brevard 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 75% of the state's 67 counties (ranked #51)
Reported STD rates per 100,000 — Brevard County vs Florida vs U.S.
Brevard CountyFloridaU.S.
Infection
Brevard County
Florida
United States
Chlamydia
294.41,896 cases▼ 41%
498.9
492.2
Gonorrhea
105.3678 cases▼ 49%
206.7
179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
20129 cases▲ 4%
19.3
15.8
Syphilis (early)
16.5106 cases▼ 34%
25.1
16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
12.983 cases▼ 66%
37.7
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 Brevard County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 1% vs 2022
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Brevard County, chlamydia has fallen from 337.1 to 294.4 per 100,000 (13%), gonorrhea has fallen from 139.5 to 105.3 per 100,000 (25%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 17.1 to 20 per 100,000 (17%).
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 Melbourne
Adults uninsured
14.1%
No routine checkup
20.6%
Binge drinking
13.2%
Frequent mental distress
17.6%
Depression
19%
Below poverty line
20.8%
Primary-care ratio
1,383 : 1
Brevard County
Primary-care shortage score 19 / 26
Medically Underserved Area · IMU 0
Social Vulnerability Index · 48th 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 Brevard County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Brevard County (2023)
People living with HIV
324 / 100k
New diagnoses (2023)
49
On PrEP (coverage)
37.8%
Brevard County HIV care continuum (2023)
Brevard County recorded 8.7 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 22.7 statewide and 13.7 nationally.
Among Brevard County residents living with HIV, 86.3% are in care · 77.8% 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 Brevard 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 Brevard 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 Melbourne 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 Melbourne-area provider.
These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the
community health centers serving Melbourne 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 Melbourne, 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 Florida
The questions Melbourne residents ask most before testing, answered under Florida 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 Florida, 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 Florida health departments offer free or low-cost STI testing, and several sites provide anonymous HIV testing.
Can my partner be treated too?
Yes. Florida 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.
Good to Know
STD testing FAQs for Melbourne, FL
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Can I get tested near Melbourne Village instead?
Possibly — Melbourne Village is close; compare it by distance against Brevard Health Alliance Incorporated.
What does STD testing cost around Melbourne?
Public clinics are free; private labs ~$24–$139, at-home kits $99–209.
Where's free HIV testing around Melbourne?
Public clinics nearby offer free HIV testing.
Which tests are offered near Melbourne?
Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV — a full panel covers the common ones.
How common is chlamydia in Brevard County?
About 294 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Florida average.
Should both partners test for chlamydia?
Yes — partners should test and be treated together to avoid passing it back and forth.
Can I trust an at-home result?
Yes, from a reputable lab — confirm any positive with a clinician for treatment.
I tested negative — am I fully in the clear?
Likely yes, if you were past the window period; otherwise retest, and keep up routine screening with new partners.
Is drug-resistant gonorrhea a concern?
Resistance is rising, which is why the CDC advises a particular treatment; don't self-treat — get tested and treated correctly.
I tested positive — what are the next steps?
Start treatment, tell recent partners so they can test, avoid sex until cleared, and retest if advised — most STIs resolve with care.
