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Your Health Should Be Convenient

At St. Thomas, the quality healthcare you and your family deserve is easily accessible. That’s why same day and next day appointments are our specialty. Whether your child is sick and needs to see a pediatrician, you need a last minute physical, or an unplanned injury happens, our dedicated team is here to provide comprehensive care for all ages the same or next day.

Don’t stress about getting here. Our six locations across the city are all convenient to bus lines. Plus, we want to keep your family healthy regardless of your insurance status or ability to pay so you won’t have to worry about a bill you can’t afford.

A Number You Should Know

Do You Know Your Status?

June 27th is National HIV Testing Day. Around 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV, and one in eight people are unaware they are infected with it. In Louisiana, that’s 1 in 5. The CDC recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV. A general rule for those with risk factors is to get tested annually. Additionally, sexually active gay and bisexual men may benefit from getting an HIV test more often, perhaps every 3 to 6 months.

St. Thomas Community Health Center has a dedicated team of specialists who work with our community to care for those who have the virus, and assist in preventing the spread of HIV. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we provide premium services related to preventing and managing HIV at prices affordable to all, regardless of insurance coverage or ability to pay.

If you haven’t been tested for HIV, make an appointment with your St. Thomas provider to be tested. If you have tested positive, getting into care as soon as possible improves health and reduces the risk of transmission of the virus. St. Thomas can link people to care at the time of diagnosis. If you are HIV negative, and want to keep it that way, learn more about our We PrEP Together initiative, a comprehensive prevention program which includes taking a pill once a day.