# Sexual health: testing for STIs and HIV

Source: https://www.qaravan.org/resources/health/sexual-health/

Where to get tested for STIs and HIV for free or at low cost, whatever your immigration status, and what to ask for at the clinic.

## Start here

- City sexual health clinics test anyone 12 and older for STIs and HIV, whatever their status and even if they can’t pay.
- From the experience of people in our chats (2023–2024): ask for the full (extended) set of tests right away.
- If a possible HIV exposure was less than 72 hours ago, don’t wait for a test: ask the clinic for PEP right away.

## Where to get tested for STIs and HIV

STIs (sexually transmitted infections) include syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea.

City sexual health clinics (NYC Sexual Health Clinics)

|  | Address | Hours |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Clinic Chelsea | 303 9th Avenue, 1st Floor, Manhattan, NY 10001 | Mon–Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm |
| Clinic Central Harlem | 2238 Fifth Avenue, 1st Floor, Manhattan, NY 10037 | Mon–Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm |
| Clinic Fort Greene | 295 Flatbush Avenue Extension, 2nd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201 | Mon–Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm |
| Clinic Morrisania | 1309 Fulton Avenue, 2nd Floor, Bronx, NY 10456 | Mon–Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm |
| Clinic Jamaica | 90-37 Parsons Boulevard, 1st Floor, Queens, NY 11432 | Mon–Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm |
| Clinic Corona | 34-33 Junction Boulevard, 1st Floor, Queens, NY 11372 | Mon–Wed and Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm, Thu 8:30 am–7:15 pm (Thursdays from 3:30 pm: HIV and STI tests for people without symptoms) |
| Express clinic, Brooklyn | 295 Flatbush Avenue Extension, 1st Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201 | Mon and Wed–Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm, Tue 8:30 am–7 pm |
| Express clinic, Manhattan | 303 9th Avenue, 1st Floor, Manhattan, NY 10001 | Mon and Wed–Fri 8:30 am–3:30 pm, Tue 8:30 am–7 pm |

- NYC Sexual Health Clinics Any status NYC residents Price depends on income City Health Department clinics. They see anyone 12 and older, with no parental consent, whatever their status. STI testing and treatment, PEP and doxyPEP (the antibiotic doxycycline after sex without a condom), PrEP counseling (best by appointment), the mpox vaccine. Regular and emergency birth control, IUDs by appointment, pregnancy tests (Central Harlem only), abortion pills at some clinics. For testing only, doxyPEP or the vaccine, just walk in. Adults 19 and older pay on a sliding scale with no proof of income, and you will be seen without money. Results in 7–10 days in the online portal. City agencies must give you a free interpreter. [nyc.gov](https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/sexual-health-clinics.page) Weekdays; on the third Tuesday of each month from 10 am. Through the end of 2026, closed November 11, 19 and 26 and December 17 and 25. Crown Heights and Riverside are closed until further notice. They may close early once they reach capacity.
- Callen-Lorde Any status Price depends on income A clinic for LGBTQ+ people: HIV and STI testing, walk-in PEP, PrEP, HIV care, doxyPEP for new and current patients. The mpox vaccine is at the clinic's pharmacies, by appointment, only if insurance covers it. Nothing paid before the visit; fees by income. Language help at every site, Russian included. Call and say "Russian": a Russian interpreter is provided on request. [(212) 271-7200](tel:2122717200) (Chelsea), [(718) 215-1818](tel:7182151818) (Brooklyn), [(718) 215-1800](tel:7182151800) (Bronx) [callen-lorde.org](https://callen-lorde.org/sexual-health-clinic/pep/) 356 West 18th St, New York, NY 10011 (Chelsea); 40 Flatbush Ave Ext, 3rd Floor, Brooklyn, NY 11201; 555 Bergen Ave, 4th Floor, Bronx, NY 10455
- Q Clinic (Columbia University) Any status Free A free clinic of Columbia University medical students: HIV and STI tests, PrEP, free or low-cost medicines. No ID, insurance or payment, for anyone from New York, New Jersey and Connecticut. Wednesdays 6:30–7:45 pm at the Metropolitan Community Church of New York, third floor, no elevator. To book, text or call [347-565-5042](tel:3475655042) (Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm) or email qclinic@columbia.edu. You can also walk in, but a provider may not be free. [vagelos.columbia.edu](https://www.vagelos.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-student-affairs/vp-s-club/clubs-and-organizations/student-run-clinics/q-clinic/our-services) 446 West 36th Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY Wed 6:30–7:45 pm
- Community Healthcare Network (CHN) Any status Price depends on income A network of New York community clinics that says it turns no one away. LGBTQ+ care, PrEP and PEP, HIV care, a refugee health program, walk-in visits. Centers in Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens and the Bronx. Visit the nearest center in person (addresses at [chnnyc.org/centers](https://chnnyc.org/centers)) or book by phone. [chnnyc.org](https://www.chnnyc.org/centers/)
- Planned Parenthood of Greater New York Any status Price depends on income Reproductive and sexual health care whatever your age, orientation, gender identity, status or money: HIV testing with counseling, PEP, PrEP, STI testing. Services vary by center. You can book online. [plannedparenthood.org](https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-new-york/get-care/our-services)

## Where people from our chats had a good experience

The list is on its own page: ["Doctors and clinics: our members' experience"](https://www.qaravan.org/resources/health/community-doctors/). QARAVAN has not checked licenses or the accuracy of these reviews.

## Glossary: definitions of special terms and abbreviations

- **HIV**: Human immunodeficiency virus.
- **STI**: Sexually transmitted infections.
- **doxyPEP**: The antibiotic doxycycline after sex without a condom: it lowers the risk of syphilis and chlamydia but does not protect against HIV or mpox. A doctor decides how to take it.
- **mpox**: A viral illness with a painful rash and blisters; the vaccine is available at clinics.
- **Sliding scale**: The price depends on your income and can be zero on a very low income.

This is general information, not legal advice: QARAVAN has no lawyers. QARAVAN does not help anyone enter the US and cannot arrange visas, invitations, sponsorship or evacuation. For your own case, talk to a licensed immigration attorney or a representative accredited by the U.S. Department of Justice.

[All pages: Health care and insurance](https://www.qaravan.org/resources/health/)

**Sources, checked November 2026**

- [callen-lorde.org/sexual-health-clinic/pep](https://callen-lorde.org/sexual-health-clinic/pep/)
- [vagelos.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-studen…](https://www.vagelos.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-student-affairs/vp-s-club/clubs-and-organizations/student-run-clinics/q-clinic)
- [vagelos.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-studen…](https://www.vagelos.columbia.edu/education/student-resources/office-student-affairs/vp-s-club/clubs-and-organizations/student-run-clinics/q-clinic/our-services)
- [plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-new-york/get-…](https://www.plannedparenthood.org/planned-parenthood-greater-new-york/get-care/our-services)
- [chnnyc.org/centers](https://www.chnnyc.org/centers/)
- [nyc.gov/site/doh/services/sexual-health-clinics.page](https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/services/sexual-health-clinics.page)