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In America
One in four people living with HIV are women.
- One in five new HIV diagnoses are women.
Women of color, especially black women, are at higher risk for HIV
Nearly three out of five new HIV diagnoses in the United States are among black women.
Testing helps stop the spread of HIV.
Up to 4 in 10 people with HIV infection are infected with people who do not know they have the virus.
Early diagnosis can lead to better clinical outcomes.
Who should get tested for HIV and when?
According to the CDC:
Everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 should be tested for HIV at least once.
You should be inspected at least once a year in the following cases:
Had vaginal or anal sex with someone infected with HIV.
Have had one or more sexual partners since most recent HIV test.
Shared syringes, syringes, or other equipment used to inject drugs
Had sex for drugs or money
Have been diagnosed with or been treated for a sexually transmitted infection (STI), hepatitis, or tuberculosis (TB)
I had sex with someone who did one of the things I just listed.
You had sex with someone whose history you don’t know about
You are a man who has sex with another man
Pregnant women should have at least one test during each pregnancy.
Where and how can I get tested for HIV?
You can get tested for HIV at:
At your health care provider’s office
At a local hospital or public health center
These facilities often offer free or low-cost options.
Through a self-diagnosis HIV test that can be purchased at a pharmacy or online
Find testing options in your area
To find local testing options, visit the GetTested.cdc.gov website.
Remember that knowledge is power
Knowing your HIV status can help you make good decisions about your health.
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This training material was prepared with support from Merck.
