Wellston, MO Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (total): Population in 2017: 2,286 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -7.1%

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 51.9%

Elevation: 520 feet

Land Area: 0.90 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $27,687 (it was $21,596 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $11,825 (it was $8,262 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $50,356 (it was $29,300 in 2000) Wellston:$50,356MO:$156,700

Races:
      Black alone - 2,200 - 95.1%
      White alone - 54 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 39 - 1.7%
      Hispanic - 9 - 0.4%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.1%

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Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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642 Clayton Rd. 2.8 miles

642 Clayton Rd.
Saint Louis, MO 63117
Categories: Saint Louis MO

40 N Kingshighway, 2.8 miles

40 N Kingshighway,
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Categories: Saint Louis MO

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305 2.8 miles

225 S MERAMEC AVE STE 305
CLAYTON, MO 63105
Categories: CLAYTON MO

5000 MANCHESTER AVE 3.7 miles

5000 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

6542 MANCHESTER AVE 3.7 miles

6542 MANCHESTER AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B 4.0 miles

2321 MCCAUSLAND AVE STE B
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63143
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2331 HAMPTON AVE 4.0 miles

2331 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2348 HAMPTON AVE 4.1 miles

2348 HAMPTON AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63139
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

8340 N BROADWAY 4.7 miles

8340 N BROADWAY
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63147
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3100 Market St 4.9 miles

3100 Market St
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma 5.0 miles

State Highway 76 & State Highway Lower Level Claybough Plaza Ma
Branson West, MO 65737
Categories: Branson West MO

119 CHURCH ST STE 223 5.0 miles

119 CHURCH ST STE 223
FERGUSON, MO 63135
Categories: FERGUSON MO

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100 5.6 miles

6555 CHIPPEWA ST STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63109
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

9556 MANCHESTER RD 5.6 miles

9556 MANCHESTER RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1720 OLIVE ST 5.9 miles

1720 OLIVE ST
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63103
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

400 N TUCKER BLVD 6.2 miles

400 N TUCKER BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2 6.4 miles

916 OLIVE STREET, UNIT 2
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63101
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

120 KENRICK PLZ 6.6 miles

120 KENRICK PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A 7.0 miles

8730 BIG BEND BLVD STE A
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63119
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101 7.2 miles

2880 NETHERTON, STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63136
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

11550 OLIVE BLVD 7.4 miles

11550 OLIVE BLVD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

11700 STUDT AVE 7.7 miles

11700 STUDT AVE
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD 7.8 miles

747 N NEW BALLAS ROAD
CREVE COEUR, MO 63141
Categories: CREVE COEUR MO

8300 VALCOUR AVE 7.9 miles

8300 VALCOUR AVE
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63123
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

615 S NEW BALLAS RD 8.0 miles

615 S NEW BALLAS RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD 8.2 miles

1868 CRAIGSHIRE RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

637 DUNN RD STE 155 8.2 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 155
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

83 PROGRESS PKWY 8.3 miles

83 PROGRESS PKWY
MARYLAND HEIGHTS, MO 63043
Categories: MARYLAND HEIGHTS MO

463 LYNN HAVEN LN 8.3 miles

463 LYNN HAVEN LN
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

637 DUNN RD STE 100 8.4 miles

637 DUNN RD STE 100
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

637 Dunn Rd Ste 135 8.4 miles

637 Dunn Rd Ste 135
Hazelwood, MO 63042
Categories: Hazelwood MO

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4 8.5 miles

2044 MADISON AVE Ste G-4
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1 8.5 miles

2044 MADISON AVE STE G1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd, 8.5 miles

10716 New Halls Ferry Rd,
Florissant, MO 63033
Categories: Florissant MO

2100 MADISON AVE 8.5 miles

2100 MADISON AVE
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

3446 MCKELVEY RD 8.8 miles

3446 MCKELVEY RD
BRIDGETON, MO 63044
Categories: BRIDGETON MO

455 S KIRKWOOD RD 8.9 miles

455 S KIRKWOOD RD
KIRKWOOD, MO 63122
Categories: KIRKWOOD MO

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG 8.9 miles

7220 N LINDBERGH BLVD #STE 250-60 CARGO BAY BLDG
HAZELWOOD, MO 63042
Categories: HAZELWOOD MO

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110 9.0 miles

10296 BIG BEND RD Ste 110
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63122
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208, 9.0 miles

3440 DePaul Lane Ste. 208,
Bridgeton, MO 63044
Categories: Bridgeton MO

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200 9.3 miles

1066 EXECUTIVE PARKWAY DR STE 200
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63141
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR 9.6 miles

11501 PAGE SERVICE DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63146
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100 9.7 miles

1050 OLD DES PERES RD STE 100
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63131
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200 9.7 miles

1000 Des Peres Road Suite 200
St. Louis, MO 63131
Categories: St. Louis MO

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E 10.2 miles

3701 NAMEOKI RD STE E
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

28 RONNIES PLZ 10.6 miles

28 RONNIES PLZ
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63126
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100 10.8 miles

13610 BARRETT OFFICE DR STE 100
MANCHESTER, MO 63021
Categories: MANCHESTER MO

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101 10.9 miles

2900 LEMAY FERRY RD STE 101
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63125
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

4700 NAMEOKI RD 11.2 miles

4700 NAMEOKI RD
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1 11.3 miles

3316 W CHAIN OF ROCKS RD STE 1
GRANITE CITY, IL 62040
Categories: GRANITE CITY IL

12345 W BEND DR 11.9 miles

12345 W BEND DR
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

10010 KENNERLY RD 12.1 miles

10010 KENNERLY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

9950 Kennerly Rd, 12.2 miles

9950 Kennerly Rd,
Saint Louis, MO 63128
Categories: Saint Louis MO

50 MONROE ST 12.4 miles

50 MONROE ST
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

128 MATRIX COMMONS DR 12.4 miles

128 MATRIX COMMONS DR
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG 12.6 miles

224 S WOODS MILL RD STE 360 S MED BLDG
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD 13.6 miles

508 OLD SMIZER MILL RD
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100 13.7 miles

714 GRAVOIS RD Ste 100
FENTON, MO 63026
Categories: FENTON MO

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY 13.8 miles

2101 COLLIER CORPORATE PKWY
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

13303 TESSON FERRY RD 14.0 miles

13303 TESSON FERRY RD
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63128
Categories: SAINT LOUIS MO

2621 RAYMOND DR 14.0 miles

2621 RAYMOND DR
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

1794 ZUMBEHL RD 14.2 miles

1794 ZUMBEHL RD
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63303
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

7706 WAGNER RD 14.3 miles

7706 WAGNER RD
MILLSTADT, IL 62260
Categories: MILLSTADT IL

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150 14.4 miles

16091 SWINGLEY RIDGE RD STE 150
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63017
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

5031 N Illinois 14.7 miles

5031 N Illinois
Fairview Heights, IL 62208
Categories: Fairview Heights IL

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301 15.1 miles

15421 CLAYTON RD STE 301
BALLWIN, MO 63011
Categories: BALLWIN MO

15620 MANCHESTER RD 15.7 miles

15620 MANCHESTER RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
Categories: ELLISVILLE MO

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD 16.1 miles

400 FOUNTAIN LAKES BLVD
ST CHARLES, MO 63301
Categories: ST CHARLES MO

17300 N Outer 40 Ste 104, 16.3 miles

17300 N Outer 40 Ste 104,
Chesterfield, MO 63005
Categories: Chesterfield MO

233 CLARKSON RD 16.3 miles

233 CLARKSON RD
ELLISVILLE, MO 63011
Categories: ELLISVILLE MO

900 S CENTRAL AVE 16.7 miles

900 S CENTRAL AVE
ROXANNA, IL 62084
Categories: ROXANNA IL

1405 JUNGERMANN RD STE B 16.7 miles

1405 JUNGERMANN RD STE B
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

4101 Mexico Rd Ste E, 16.8 miles

4101 Mexico Rd Ste E,
Saint Peters, MO 63376
Categories: Saint Peters MO

60 GAILWOOD DR STE B 16.9 miles

60 GAILWOOD DR STE B
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5, 17.1 miles

3030 Frank Scott Pkwy W Ste 5,
Belleville, IL 62223
Categories: Belleville IL

325 MADISON AVE 17.1 miles

325 MADISON AVE
WOOD RIVER, IL 62095
Categories: WOOD RIVER IL

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400 17.3 miles

4550 MEMORIAL DR STE 400
BELLEVILLE, IL 62226
Categories: BELLEVILLE IL

205 FIRST EXECUTIVE AVENUE 17.5 miles

205 FIRST EXECUTIVE AVENUE
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

17838 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT RD 17.6 miles

17838 CHESTERFIELD AIRPORT RD
CHESTERFIELD, MO 63005
Categories: CHESTERFIELD MO

317 SALEM PL 17.8 miles

317 SALEM PL
FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS, IL 62208
Categories: FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS IL

300 SAINT PETERS CENTRE BLVD STE 150 18.0 miles

300 SAINT PETERS CENTRE BLVD STE 150
St. Peters, MO 63376
Categories: St. Peters MO

3619 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR 18.6 miles

3619 RICHARDSON SQUARE DR
ARNOLD, MO 63010
Categories: ARNOLD MO

3613 RICHARDSON SQUARE STE 300 18.7 miles

3613 RICHARDSON SQUARE STE 300
ARNOLD, MO 63010
Categories: ARNOLD MO

237b E Center Dr, 18.7 miles

237b E Center Dr,
Alton, IL 62002
Categories: Alton IL

107 PIPER HILL DR STE 100 ST. PETERS CARE CENTER 18.7 miles

107 PIPER HILL DR STE 100 ST. PETERS CARE CENTER
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2 18.8 miles

102 ROTTINGHAM, STE 2
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157 18.9 miles

1181 S STATE ROUTE 157
EDWARDSVILLE, IL 62025
Categories: EDWARDSVILLE IL

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150 19.0 miles

2023 VADALEBENE DR, SUITE 150
MARYVILLE, IL 62062
Categories: MARYVILLE IL

1051 WOLFRUM RD 19.0 miles

1051 WOLFRUM RD
SAINT CHARLES, MO 63304
Categories: SAINT CHARLES MO

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A, 19.2 miles

2136 Vadalabene Dr Ste A,
Maryville, IL 62062
Categories: Maryville IL

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400 20.5 miles

1207 THOUVENOT LANE, SUITE 400
SHILOH, IL 62269
Categories: SHILOH IL

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL 20.6 miles

108B NORTHPORT DR ALTON MED, CTR. LOWER LEVEL
ALTON, IL 62002
Categories: ALTON IL

1901 TRADE CENTER DR 21.7 miles

1901 TRADE CENTER DR
SAINT PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: SAINT PETERS MO

4 ABINGTON CT 21.7 miles

4 ABINGTON CT
ST. PETERS, MO 63376
Categories: ST. PETERS MO

98 The Legends Pkwy Ste 108, 21.7 miles

98 The Legends Pkwy Ste 108,
Eureka, MO 63025
Categories: Eureka MO

623 W. 5TH STREET 21.7 miles

623 W. 5TH STREET
EUREKA, MO 63025
Categories: EUREKA MO

2967 HIGHWAY K 22.5 miles

2967 HIGHWAY K
O FALLON, MO 63368
Categories: O FALLON MO

300 WINDING WOODS DR STE 100 22.9 miles

300 WINDING WOODS DR STE 100
O FALLON, MO 63366
Categories: O FALLON MO

509 HAMACHER, STE 200B 24.3 miles

509 HAMACHER, STE 200B
WATERLOO, IL 62298
Categories: WATERLOO IL

509 Hamacher St Ste 201, 24.3 miles

509 Hamacher St Ste 201,
Waterloo, IL 62298
Categories: Waterloo IL

509 HAMACHER ST STE 103 24.4 miles

509 HAMACHER ST STE 103
WATERLOO, IL 62298
Categories: WATERLOO IL

5551 WINGHAVEN BLVD STE 100 24.6 miles

5551 WINGHAVEN BLVD STE 100
O FALLON, MO 63368
Categories: O FALLON MO

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STD Definitions/Descriptions

STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.

STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.

STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year. You will find the most common types of STD and STI testing below.

HIV - HIV is a sexually transmitted disease (that can be spread outside of sexual contact) known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is the virus that causes AIDS and interferes with the body's ability to fight infections.

Herpes 1 and 2 - Herpes is an infection caused by HSV (herpes simplex virus). This virus affects the external genital, anal region, mucosal surfaces and skin in other parts of the body. There are two types of herpes simplex viruses: HSV-1 9 herpes type 1, or oral herpes) and HSV-2 (herpes type 2, or genital herpes).

Gonorrhea - Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can cause infections in the genitals, rectum and throat for both men and women. If untreated it can cause serious health issues, however, if it is caught in time it can be cured with the right medicine.

Chlamydia - Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease that may not show symptoms. However, those that do show symptoms may experience genital pain and discharge from the vagina or penis. If left untreated it can cause damaging effects to the woman's reproductive system.

Syphilis - Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that develops in different stages. The first stage involves a painless sore on the genitals, rectum or mouth. After that initial sore heals, the second stage is a rash. Then, there are no symptoms until years later which is the final stage - damaged brain, nerves, eyes and/or heart.

Many STDs can be easily cured with medication, so you can just finish your treatment and get on with your life. And even though some STDs can't be cured, there are lots of ways to treat your symptoms and prevent you from giving your STD to anyone you have sex with.

People with STDs can be in relationships, have sex, and live totally normal lives. Most people get an STD at least once, and millions are living with STDs now. Having an STD is nothing to feel ashamed of, and it doesn't mean you're "dirty" or a bad person , it just means you're a pretty normal human who got an infection. The reality is that STDs can happen to anybody who's ever been sexual with someone, which is almost everybody on earth. And a few STDs can be spread in non-sexual ways, too.

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

AI Overview

Overview of STD Testing

Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) testing is a critical component of healthcare, essential for detecting and managing infections transmitted through sexual contact. STD testing is recommended for anyone who is sexually active, as early detection and treatment can prevent serious health consequences and limit the spread of infections to others.

Importance of STD Testing

Regular STD testing is vital because many infections often do not show symptoms immediately, or symptoms may be mild and go unnoticed. Untreated STDs can lead to severe health issues, including infertility, complications during pregnancy, and increased risk of acquiring other STDs, including HIV.

Common Types of STD Tests

  • HIV Testing: Performed through blood or saliva samples to detect the presence of HIV antibodies or antigens.
  • Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These bacterial infections are typically tested via urine tests or swabs of the genital area.
  • Syphilis: Diagnosed through blood testing, which can detect antibodies produced in response to the infection.
  • Herpes: Although no cure exists, testing for herpes involves blood tests or swabs from an active outbreak.
  • Hepatitis B and C: Blood tests are used to diagnose these viral infections, which affect the liver.

When to Get Tested

  1. After Unprotected Sex: It's advisable to get tested if you've had unprotected sexual contact with a new partner or multiple partners.
  2. If Symptoms Occur: Symptoms such as sores on the genitals, pain during urination, or unusual discharge are indications for testing.
  3. Regular Screenings: Annual or more frequent STD testing may be recommended for active individuals, especially if they have multiple partners.

What to Expect During STD Testing

The testing process is straightforward, involving a physical examination, the collection of samples (blood, urine, swabs), and sometimes a visual inspection of affected areas. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of STD testing, ensuring privacy and discretion in handling patient information and test results.

Benefits of STD Testing

  • Early Detection and Treatment: Allows for timely treatment that can effectively manage symptoms and prevent transmission to others.
  • Peace of Mind: Provides reassurance and helps maintain your health and the health of your partners.
  • Prevention of Complications: Reduces the risk of the long-term health issues associated with untreated STDs.

Understanding the importance of STD testing and participating in regular screenings can significantly impact personal health and public health outcomes. It is an essential step in responsible sexual health management.

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Local Area Info: Wellston, Missouri

During the early 1900s, the Wagner Electric Company, a manufacturer of small motors for appliances and transformers, began development along Plymouth Avenue in Wellston, growing to occupy the entire block and providing 4,500 jobs during World War I. North of the Wagner site, ABEX Corporation built a steel foundry that began operation in 1923.

In 1982 ABEX moved out of its Wellston location; the next year, the Wagner Electric Company closed its doors. After closure, it took 22 years, and millions of dollars in tax credits and development grants, for the St. Louis County Economic Council to demolish five buildings and clean up 15 acres (6.1 ha) of the Wagner brownfield land along the MetroLink so that it could be made marketable as the Plymouth Industrial Park.

Wellston station is the main St. Louis MetroLink station for Wellston, featuring 243 park and ride spaces. It is located at 6402 Plymouth Avenue and serves an average of 1,569 passengers daily. Rock Road station is a MetroLink station on the edge of Wellston, featuring 183 park and ride spaces and averaging 2,408 passengers daily. Rock Road Station is located at 7019 St. Charles Rock Road, a major connecting highway between St. Louis City and northwest St. Louis County.

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Population (total): Population in 2017: 2,286 (100% urban, 0% rural). >Population change since 2000: -7.1%

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 51.9%

Elevation: 520 feet

Land Area: 0.90 square miles.

Population Density:

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $27,687 (it was $21,596 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $11,825 (it was $8,262 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $50,356 (it was $29,300 in 2000) Wellston:$50,356MO:$156,700

Races:
      Black alone - 2,200 - 95.1%
      White alone - 54 - 2.3%
      Two or more races - 39 - 1.7%
      Hispanic - 9 - 0.4%
      Asian alone - 5 - 0.2%
      American Indian alone - 3 - 0.1%
      Other race alone - 3 - 0.1%

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