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===Laws & Social Stigmas===
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In New York, birth control pills are legal for both minors (under 18 years old) and adults. Minors do not need parental permission to obtain birth control. However, minors and adults both need a prescription, written by a physician, to obtain many forms of birth control, such as pills, IUD, etc. This typically involves a basic consultation with a doctor. However, depending on your medical history, you may also need to receive a pelvic exam before getting the prescription. Once the prescription is written, you can typically fill the prescription immediately. If a special procedure is required, this will usually only be scheduled after the initial consultation/exam. Note for minors: If you go to a Title X clinic, your appointment, billing and records will remain confidential.
In New York, there are many birth control options available. You can purchase condoms (male and female) and cervical caps without a prescription at pharmacies. However, you need a prescription to obtain most other forms of contraception, such as birth control pills, implants, injectables, rings, and IUDs.<ref>[http://ocsotc.org/wp-content/uploads/worldmap/worldmap.html Global Oral Contraception Availability]</ref> <ref>[http://freethepill.org/where-on-earth/ Free the Pill: Where on Earth?]</ref> <ref>[https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/birth-control.page NYC Health - Birth Control]</ref> Birth control pills are legal for both minors (under 18 years old) and adults. Minors do not need parental permission to obtain birth control.<ref>[https://www1.nyc.gov/nyc-resources/service/1032/birth-control-for-teens NYC - Birth Control for Teens]</ref> When someone seeks out a birth control prescription, they must typically consult a health care provider, like a doctor, at a clinic, hospital, or family planning facility, like Planned Parenthood. This typically involves a basic consultation with a doctor. However, depending on your medical history, you may also need to receive a pelvic exam before getting the prescription. Once the prescription is written, you can usually fill the prescription immediately. If a special procedure is required, this will usually only be scheduled after the initial consultation/exam. Note for minors: If you go to a Title X clinic, your appointment, billing, and records will remain confidential.


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
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[[File:NYC_Condoms.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''Some of the free NYC condoms available at over 600 locations in the 5 boroughs'''.]]
[[File:NYC_Condoms.jpg|300px | thumb|left|frame|'''Some of the free NYC condoms available at over 600 locations in the 5 boroughs'''.]]


* Planned Parenthood NYC provides many birth control services, including birth control implant, birth control patch, birth control pill, birth control shot, birth control vaginal ring (NuvaRing), diaphragm, condom, female condom, fertility awareness method, IUD (hormonal), IUD (copper), etc. For a relatively low cost, Planned Parenthood writes and fulfills birth control prescriptions. If you don't have a prescription, you can receive the prescription and pills in the same day. If you choose to go to a location like Staten Island, you'll probably be able to book an earlier appointment than in Manhattan or Brooklyn. As of 2015, Planned Parenthood only provides one form of pills: [[Chateal]]. To schedule an appointment, call 212-965-7000, Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm.
* [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-center/new-york/new-york/10012/margaret-sanger-center-3325-91110/birth-control Planned Parenthood NYC] provides many birth control services, including birth control implant, birth control patch, birth control pill, birth control shot, birth control vaginal ring (NuvaRing), diaphragm, external condoms (also known as "male condoms"), internal condoms (also known as "female condoms"), fertility awareness method, IUD (hormonal), IUD (copper), etc.<ref>[https://www.plannedparenthood.org/health-center/new-york/new-york/10012/margaret-sanger-center-3325-91110/birth-control Planned Parenthood - Birth Control in New York, NY]</ref> For a relatively low cost, Planned Parenthood writes and fulfills birth control prescriptions. If you don't have a prescription, you can receive the prescription and pills in the same day. If you choose to go to a location like Staten Island, you'll probably be able to book an earlier appointment than in Manhattan or Brooklyn. As of 2015, Planned Parenthood only provides one form of pills: [[Chateal]]. To schedule an appointment, call 212-965-7000, Monday-Friday, 8am-6pm.
* Women's Health Free Clinic, which is a free, student-run clinic, provides birth control pills, Depo-Provera shot, IUDs, condoms, Nexplanon implant for low-income patients. Clinic Hours: Sat 9am-1pm, Tel. 212-206-5200. Address: 16 East 16th Street, New York, NY 10003  
* [http://nycfreeclinic.med.nyu.edu/womens-health-free-clinic Women's Health Free Clinic], which is a free, student-run clinic, provides birth control pills, Depo-Provera shot, IUDs, condoms, Nexplanon implant for low-income patients. Clinic Hours: Sat 9am-1pm, Tel. 212-206-5200. Address: 16 East 16th Street, New York, NY 10003  
* Callen-Lorde Community Health Center in Chelsea (356 W 18th St; (212) 271-7200) -- Resource for the LGBT community, and provides a variety of 'women-well' services, regardless of cost.
* [https://callen-lorde.org/ Callen-Lorde Community Health Center] in Chelsea (356 W 18th St; (212) 271-7200) -- Resource for the LGBT community, and provides a variety of 'women-well' services, regardless of cost.


Regarding condoms, there's little social stigma, and they can be purchased in most pharmacies. You can also get the NYC free condoms, which are found all over the city in over 600 locations through the five boroughs, such as Addiction NYC (27 St. Marks Place), 9th Avenue Saloon (656 9th Avenue), AIDS Center of Queens County (121-61 Jamaica Ave 7th Floor), Albert Einstein College of Medicine (804 East 138th Street, Bronx) and many more locations. For a full locator of free condom venues, check out the official [https://a816-healthpsi.nyc.gov/DispensingSiteLocator/mainView.do;%20jsessionid=BF50C86CD11C7151057D1292F3B000DB condom site locator] put out by NYC.
Regarding condoms, there's little social stigma, and they can be purchased in most pharmacies. You can also get the NYC free condoms, which are found all over the city in over 600 locations through the five boroughs, such as Addiction NYC (27 St. Marks Place), 9th Avenue Saloon (656 9th Avenue), AIDS Center of Queens County (121-61 Jamaica Ave 7th Floor), Albert Einstein College of Medicine (804 East 138th Street, Bronx) and many more locations. For a full locator of free condom venues, check out the official [https://a816-healthpsi.nyc.gov/DispensingSiteLocator/mainView.do;%20jsessionid=BF50C86CD11C7151057D1292F3B000DB condom site locator] put out by NYC.
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===Laws & Social Stigmas===
===Laws & Social Stigmas===


In the US, emergency contraceptive pills are the most common forms of emergency contraception. It is legal to purchase Plan B )and other brands that have levonorgestrel as their active ingredient])in New York without a prescription, and there is typically little stigma related to the act. You can emergency contraceptive pills at many drug stores, such as CVS. However, a 2012 Columbia study found that 20% of NYC pharmacies unlawfully refused to sell ECPs] to male shoppers. In other words, you should be able to find ECPs  -- and, if one pharmacy refuses, simply visit another one (and there are many).
In the US, emergency contraceptive pills are the most common forms of emergency contraception. It is legal to purchase Plan B (and other brands that have levonorgestrel as their active ingredient) in New York without a prescription<ref>[https://www1.nyc.gov/nyc-resources/service/1075/emergency-contraception NYC - Emergency Contraception]</ref>, and there is typically little stigma related to the act. You can emergency contraceptive pills at many drug stores, such as CVS. However, a 2014 Columbia study found that 20% of NYC pharmacies unlawfully refused to sell ECPs to male shoppers.<ref>[https://www.mailman.columbia.edu/public-health-now/news/one-five-young-men-unable-purchase-emergency-contraception One in Five Young Men Unable to Purchase Emergency Contraception]</ref> In other words, you should be able to find ECPs  -- and, if one pharmacy refuses, simply visit another one (and there are many).


===What to Get & Where to Get It===
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The United States has no travel restrictions related to HIV status. There are many low-cost and free STD testing services in New York City. They typically do not require appointments, and they run on a first come, first serve basis. So it is recommended that you arrange for a test on a day when you have time to wait to receive your tests and results. Some STD clinics also offer vaccines for meningitis, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B, as well as alcohol and drug treatment.
The United States has no travel restrictions related to HIV status. This means that, if you're not a US citizen, you can enter the country, regardless of your HIV status. You will not be asked for a medical certificate or proof of your HIV status upon entry in the country. Furthermore, if you test positive for HIV while you are in the United States, you will not be deported.<ref>[http://www.hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?CountryId=12&PageId=143 UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref>
 
There are many low-cost and free STD testing services in New York City. They typically do not require appointments, and they run on a first come, first serve basis. So it is recommended that you arrange for a test on a day when you have time to wait to receive your tests and results. Some STD clinics also offer vaccines for meningitis, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B, as well as alcohol and drug treatment.


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[[File:Gonorrhea-at-home-test-kit.jpeg|230px | thumb|right|alt=Image provided by Creative Commons.|'''One of the "at home" STD tests readily available in NYC.'''.]]
[[File:Gonorrhea-at-home-test-kit.jpeg|230px | thumb|right|alt=Image provided by Creative Commons.|'''One of the "at home" STD tests readily available in NYC.'''.]]


*The New York City Department of Health offers free, same-day STD tests at facilities around the city. You can also get STD tests at Planned Parenthood. There are also a few companies that manufacture STD tests you can buy online and take in the comfort of your own home. To learn more about the pros and cons of these tests and find out how to purchase them, [http://stdtestoptions.info/std-testing-in-nyc-3-ways-to-get-tested-without-seeing-a-doctor/ click here].
*[https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/aids-hiv.page The New York City Department of Health] offers free, same-day STD tests at facilities around the city. Fore more information, check out this list of [https://www1.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/sexual-health-clinics.page sexual health clinics in New York]. You can also get STD tests at Planned Parenthood. There are also a few companies that manufacture STD tests you can buy online and take in the comfort of your own home. To learn more about the pros and cons of these tests and find out how to purchase them, [http://stdtestoptions.info/std-testing-in-nyc-3-ways-to-get-tested-without-seeing-a-doctor/ click here].
* Gay Men's Health Crisis (GHMC): 446 West 33rd Street, New York, NY 10001
* [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-new-york-city Planned Parenthood - Maragaret Sanger Health Center]: They provide STI testing, treatment, support, etc. They also have PrEP. Address: 2348 7th Ave, New York, NY 10030
* [http://www.gmhc.org/ Gay Men's Health Crisis (GHMC)]: You can call their hotline (1-800-243-7692). Address: 446 West 33rd Street, New York, NY 10001
* Manhattanville Sexual Health Clinic: Address: 21 Old Broadway, New York, NY 10027
* Manhattanville Sexual Health Clinic: Address: 21 Old Broadway, New York, NY 10027
* Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic: Address: 303 9th Ave, New York, NY 10001
* Chelsea Sexual Health Clinic: Address: 303 9th Ave, New York, NY 10001
* [https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-new-york-city Planned Parenthood - Maragaret Sanger Health Center]: They provide STI testing, treatment, support, etc. They also have PrEP. Address: 2348 7th Ave, New York, NY 10030
* Riverside: Address: 160 West 100th Street. Monday–Friday: Intake begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m.
* Central Harlem: Address: 2238 Fifth Avenue, 1st Floor. Monday–Friday: Intake begins at 8:30 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m.
* [http://www.irishouse.org/ Iris House]: "Iris House saves lives through comprehensive support, prevention and education services for women, families, and under served populations affected by HIV/AIDS and other health disparities in a safe, family-centered environment by passionate, professional and culturally competent staff." Located in Harlem. Address: 2348 7th Ave, New York, NY 10030
* [http://www.irishouse.org/ Iris House]: "Iris House saves lives through comprehensive support, prevention and education services for women, families, and under served populations affected by HIV/AIDS and other health disparities in a safe, family-centered environment by passionate, professional and culturally competent staff." Located in Harlem. Address: 2348 7th Ave, New York, NY 10030


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