Get Tested
The Project of PHC provides free and confidential testing for the following: 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. For all other STIs please consult with a medical provider.
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.
Schedule an appointment
Helpful Blogs
Testing 101
Have you been thinking about getting tested for HIV and/or other STI’s but don’t know what to expect? Maybe it’s been awhile and you’re getting cold feet. That’s ok. Here at the Project we are here to help you feel comfortable and relaxed. Here are just a few insights into how our testing appointments work.
Tips for remembering to take your HIV medication
The most important part of managing an HIV diagnosis is remembering to take your medications every day. Skipping days can allow the virus to multiply, attack your immune system or become drug-resistant. If one of your goals for this year is to improve your medication...
HIV Support Group – New Location
The location for the HIV Support Group has changed! When: Wednesdays, 5-6 PM Where: 1200 Valley West Drive Suite 704, West Des Moines, 50266 (Third Floor Conference Room) Every Wednesday evening share information and experiences with an inclusive group of individuals...
Are you at risk for Hepatitis C?
May is Hepatitis Awareness Month, and we created a list of the four factors/behaviors that increase your risk of Hepatitis C. You have had unprotected sex with multiple partners. People can live with Hepatitis C for decades without symptoms which means that many...
Syphilis Strikes Back in US and Iowa
Once on the brink of elimination, syphilis cases reached a 24-year high in the United States in 2017. More than 30,000 cases of the sexually transmitted disease (STD) were reported nationally that year—a nearly 11% jump since 2016. In Iowa alone, there were 101 cases...
Just Diagnosed? Don’t Panic
If you are newly HIV-positive, you are probably filled with concerns and questions. But don’t worry. Here are some FAQs.
Lab Tests: Why They Are Important and What They Mean
Your Lab Tests Help Keep You on Top of Your Health Showing up for your appointments and getting your lab tests done are good ways to help your healthcare professional fight HIV and keep you healthy. Your healthcare professional uses these tests to track...
Getting Yourself Prepared for PrEP
It is not uncommon for people to face problems with their insurance covering the cost of Truvada for PrEP. This guide provides deatails that may be useful to you.
Viral Suppression and Preventing HIV Transmission
People living with HIV who take HIV medicine as prescribed and get and keep an undetectable viral load have effectively no risk of transmitting HIV to their HIV-negative sexual partners.
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.