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In the USA
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One in four people infected with HIV is a woman
- One in five new HIV diagnoses is made by a woman
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Women of color, particularly black women, are at higher risk of becoming infected with HIV
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Nearly three out of five new HIV diagnoses in the U.S. are among black women
Testing helps stop the spread of HIV
People who do not know they are carrying this virus spread up to 4 in 10 HIV cases.
Early diagnosis enables better clinical outcomes
Who should be tested for HIV and when?
According to CDC:
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Everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 should get tested for HIV at least once.
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You should get tested at least once a year if:
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You have had vaginal or anal sex with someone who has HIV
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You have had more than one sexual partner since your last HIV test
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Shared syringes, syringes, or other devices used to inject medication
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You had sex for drugs or money
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You have been diagnosed or treated for a sexually transmitted infection (STI), hepatitis, or tuberculosis (TB).
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You had sex with someone who did one of the things just listed
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You had sex with someone whose history you don’t know
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You are a man who has had sexual relations with another man
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Pregnant women should have at least one test done during each pregnancy
How and where can you get tested for HIV?
You can get tested for HIV:
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In your doctor’s office
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At a local hospital or public health clinic
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These establishments often offer free or low-cost options
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With a self-test to detect HIV, which can be purchased at the pharmacy or online
Find testing options near you
Visit GetTested.cdc.gov to find local testing options.
Remember: knowledge is power
Knowing your HIV status can be helpful in making good decisions about your health.
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This educational resource was created with support from Merck.