1 in 7 People don’t know they are living with HIV
Should I get tested for HIV?
- Are you a man who has had sex with another man?
- Have you had sex—anal or vaginal—with a partner who has HIV?
- Have you had more than one sex partner since your last HIV test?
- Have you injected drugs and shared needles, syringes, or other drug-injection equipment (for example, cookers) with others?
- Are you pregnant?
- Have you been diagnosed with or treated for another sexually transmitted disease?
- Unprotected anal sex has the highest risk of HIV exposure
Why get tested?
- New relationship or partner. know your status and theirs!
- If you have been exposed, treatment is safe and effective.
- If you are pregnant, taking medications and getting prenatal care can keep you and your baby healthy and prevent transmission.
- Know your health status. Love you!
Give us a call or send us a text today if you want to learn more about STI testing services we offer! If you’re interested in an on-demand virtual visit, you can visit our friends at www.bc4u.org.
