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===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
In | In Washington State, you need a prescription to obtain most birth control methods, except for some methods (like condoms and spermicide). You can obtain a birth control prescription regardless of your age and, if you're a minor (under 18 years old), parental or guardian permission is not required.<ref>[https://depts.washington.edu/hcsats/PDF/guidelines/Minors%20Health%20Care%20Rights%20Washington%20State.pdf Providing Health Care to Minors under Washington Law: A summary of health care services that can be provided to minors without parental consent]</ref> | ||
You can find birth control options at many health care facilities, including private clinics and public clinics. Some people choose to go to Title X clinics. These clinics are completely confidential, which means that your appointment and billing will be confidential. Furthermore, Title X clinics charge on a sliding-scale basis. They may be able to give you a prescription to birth control pills, as well as condoms and sexual health counseling. If you pay for their services with family health insurance and you're a teenager, your parents may see that you visited the clinic in their bills. You should contact the clinic you plan to visit to learn more about billing details. | |||
===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ===What to Get & Where to Get It=== | ||
You can get condoms in grocery stores, drug stores, convenience stores and online. There are no age restrictions for purchasing condoms. Typically, a 12-pack of condoms costs around $12. Female condoms cost around $2 to $4 per condom. You can also get free condoms at health centers (like Planned Parenthood), HIV testing centers and local health departments. Call 1-800-230-PLAN (7526) to learn where you can get free condoms in your area. | * You can get '''condoms''' in grocery stores, drug stores, convenience stores and online. There are no age restrictions for purchasing condoms. Typically, a 12-pack of condoms costs around $12. Female condoms cost around $2 to $4 per condom. You can also get free condoms at health centers (like Planned Parenthood), HIV testing centers and local health departments. Call 1-800-230-PLAN (7526) to learn where you can get free condoms in your area. In Seattle, you can also find free condoms at Planned Parenthood (multiple locations), NARAL Pro-Choice Washington, Babes Network - YWCA, Eastgate Public Health Center, Seattle Central Community College, Seattle Counseling Services and many other locations. To see a comprehensive map of where free condoms are available in Seattle and surrounding areas, click [https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1Uudr41qv3y81G5Hm7U6l-6wcN7k&hl=en_US&ll=47.598603010283384%2C-122.25287800000001&z=9 here]. | ||
* If you want '''hormonal or long-lasting birth control''', like '''pills, IUDS, shots or implants''', in Seattle, you'll need to have a prescription. If you don't have a prescription, you'll need to typically schedule an appointment with a health care provider to get a prescription. If you need a low-cost appointment option, you can visit Planned Parenthood or sliding-scale clinics in Seattle. While there are many options in Seattle, here are some clinics to consider: | |||
** [http://www.cedarriverclinics.org/birth-control/ Cedar River Clinics]: This is a Title X and LGBTQ-friendly clinic that is run by the Feminist Women’s Health Center (FWHC). They've been providing care for over 30 years. They can typically give you a discounted rate and, if you live in Washington State, you may even qualify to get free care from them through [https://www.wahealthplanfinder.org/_content/Homepage.html?authn_try_count=0&contextType=external&username=string&contextValue=%2Foam&password=sercure_string&challenge_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.wahealthplanfinder.org%2F_content%2FHomepage.html&request_id=5541800201484018063&locale=en_US&resource_url=https%253A%252F%252Fwww.wahealthplanfinder.org%252FHBEWeb%252F Washington Apple Health Coverage]. They provide IUDs, birth control pills and other options. You can walk-in to get emergency contraception (the morning after pill) or refill your birth control. To schedule an appointment, call 800-572-4223. Phones Answered Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM and Saturdays 9:00AM-2:00PM. Their Seattle location is at 509 Olive Way #1454 509 Olive Way #1454, Seattle, WA 98101. They also have locations in Renton and Tacoma. | |||
===Costs=== | ===Costs=== | ||
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====Testing Facilities==== | ====Testing Facilities==== | ||
* Gay City at Out of the Closet: Anyone is eligible for HIV tests, which are done on a walk-in basis only (no appointments). Hours: Monday - Saturday | 11am - 7pm, Thursday | 3pm - 7pm. Address: 1016 E Pike [Pike and 11th], Seattle, WA 98122 | |||
* [https://www.gaycity.org/testing/ Gay City Wellness Center]: HIV and STI testing for gay men, bi men and transgender individuals. Se habla español. The fees are donation-based (pay what you can). To schedule an appointment, please call (206) 860-6969 or stop by during business hours. Due to high demand, making an appointment is recommended. Hours: Monday – Friday | 3:00pm – 8:00pm, Saturdays | 12:30pm – 5:00pm. Address: Gay City Health Project, 517 E. Pike [Pike & Belmont], Seattle, WA 98122. | |||
====Support==== | ====Support==== | ||
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==Advocacy & Counseling== | ==Advocacy & Counseling== | ||
* WithinReach Hotline: 1-800-322-2588. | |||
* Consumer Assistance Line: 1-800-525-0127 (statewide only). | |||
* Washington State HIV/AIDS Message Line 1-800-272-AIDS (2437). | |||
* Washington State Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-562-6025. | |||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
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==List of Additional Resources== | ==List of Additional Resources== | ||
* [https://www.gaycity.org/ Gay City: Seattle's LGBTQ Center]: "Gay City: Seattle's LGBTQ Center promotes wellness in LGBTQ communities by providing health services, connecting people to resources, fostering arts, and building community. Gay City is the leading provider of HIV and STI testing in King County." | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||