Free, rapid and confidential HIV testing can be provided upon request to anyone over 14 years of age. They are offered on a walk-in or appointment basis Wednesdays only, from 6-9pm, and results are provided in about 30 minutes using the Ora Quick system. Trained student counselors provide education, prevention, and risk reduction information before and after HIV testing.
Things everyone should know about HIV and AIDS:
• HIV is the virus that causes AIDS and often has no symptoms. Having a test done is the best way to find out if you have HIV. If your test does come back positive, that does not mean you have AIDS.
• There are many medicines available to help people with HIV lead productive, healthy lives although there is still no cure for AIDS.
• HIV can be transmitted through blood, vaginal fluid or semen, breastmilk and the sharing of needles.
• Not sharing needles and using a condom every time you have sex are the best ways to protect yourself from contracting HIV.
Visit these official sites for more information about HIV and AIDS:
Risk Factors
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Symptoms/
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Rumors and Myths/
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