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The Project of PHC provides free and confidential testing for HIV, Hepatitis C, and sexually transmitted infections such as Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphillis, etc., as well as linkage to treatment and care, and access to PrEP.
Testing Locations & Hours
Free and confidential HIV and STI screenings are available at the following Primary Health Care clinics:
Ames
PHC Medical Dental Clinic
3510 W. Lincoln Way
Ames, Iowa 50014
2nd Wednesdays of the month.
Des Moines
PHC University Medical Clinic
1200 University Avenue, #120
Des Moines, Iowa 50314
P: (515) 248-1595
Mon – Thu: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Fri: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Marshalltown
PHC Medical Dental Clinic
101 Iowa Ave., W, #102
Marshalltown, Iowa 50158
1st Mondays of the month.
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Helpful Blogs
Heart Health & HIV: Taking Care of Your Whole Health
February is Heart Health Month, a reminder that heart disease is a leading health concern for everyone—including people living with HIV. Research shows that individuals with HIV are at a higher risk for heart disease, including high blood pressure, heart attacks, and...
What to Expect at Your First HIV Care Visit
What to Expect at Your First HIV Care Visit Starting HIV care is an important step in managing your health and living well with HIV. At The Project at Primary Health Care, we’re here to make your first visit as comfortable and informative as possible. Here’s what you...
Syphilis Cases Rising in Iowa
In the last two decades, cases of infectious syphilis in the U.S. have increased by 800%, from 2 to 18 cases per 100,000 people. In Iowa, rates have risen 268% in the last five years, including a 796% increase among females and a 333% rise in cases of congenital...
Understanding Mental Health: The Key to Overall Wellness
In our quest for feeling good inside and out, it's important to know how much mental health affects our overall wellness. It's like having a strong base for a building – without it, things can get shaky. What Mental Health Is: Mental health is about how we feel,...
Radical Truth: A Memoir Workshop on Overcoming Stigma
Sundays, 3PM - 5PMJan. 7 - May 5, 2024 University Medical Clinic1200 University Ave, Des MoinesUse the south door entranceJoin this 15-week Herstory Writers Network (HWN) memoir workshop to break free from the bonds of shame and stigma. Explore how stigma and desire...
Iowa Leads in Controlling HIV Spread
The Project of PHC – we’ve achieved a virus suppression rate of 95.1%! This is a huge success and shows how well we’re stopping the virus from spreading.
1200 University Avenue
#120 (use the west entrance)
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 248-1595
To schedule an HIV/STI testing, please use the online form found in our Free Testing page.