TEMPORARY SERVICE CHANGE: The Center’s McDonald/Wright building is undergoing renovations as we expand our medical services. To make your visit as smooth as possible, hours have been extended at The Spot, the Center’s satellite location in West Hollywood. Call 323-957-5280 or visit the lagaycenter.org homepage for more information. Thank you! Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) Testing  & Treatment		STD Testing & Treatment McDonald/Wright Building Hours:  Walk-in only, subject to availability. Please arrive early. Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Walk-in or call 323-860-5855 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. to schedule an appointment STD Testing & Treatment The SPOT Hours:  STD Testing Monday - Friday Noon-7 p.m. (*Except the first Friday of the month when the Spot closes at 3 p.m.) STD Treatment By Appointment Only Wednesday 5:30-7 p.m. healthservices@lagaycenter.org
The L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center’s Sexual Health Program offers free sexually transmitted disease screening, treatment and education specifically for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community (though everyone is welcome). Routine testing is available on a walk-in basis. STD screenings are offered to anyone undergoing HIV testing as well. Full screenings are available; testing is done on a walk-in basis only. For treatment, same-day or next-day appointments are often available, and you can schedule an appointment by phone or in person at the registration desk. The average visit takes 1-2 hours. It’s important to test for STDs on a regular basis; we encourage individuals who are sexually active to get tested every 6 months. Many people who have an STD do not have symptoms, so they don’t even suspect they are infected. Fortunately, most STDs can be successfully treated, without long-term side effects, if treatment begins early. Frequently Asked Questions about STDs What is an STD? What are symptoms of an STD? How important is early treatment of an STD? Which STD Tests do you offer and how are they administered When will I learn the results? What if I have an STD? What type of activities put me at risk of getting an STD How can I prevent an STD infection? What should I know about hepatitis vaccines?