Test Me

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Ask for the HIV test.

Take PrEP if you’re negative.
Get treatment if you’re positive.
Health for everybody.

Intro

We know how to stop HIV. It starts with testing. HIV testing is the door to prevention and treatment.

If your test result is negative, you can take steps to keep it that way. You may want to start taking PrEP. PrEP is a medication that protects you from getting HIV. It comes as a pill or an injection. It’s safe, free, and 99% effective. Ask your healthcare provider about it.

If you test positive, a doctor will prescribe medication that suppresses HIV to the point where it becomes undetectable. Once you reach undetectable status you can no longer pass HIV to another person. People who are on medication and undetectable live healthy normal lives without fear of getting sick from HIV.

We have the tools and the power to protect ourselves and our community. You just have to do it.

FAQs

Why is testing for HIV so important?

Knowing your HIV status gives you powerful information to keep you, your partners, and your community healthy. This is the only way to control HIV.

What kind of test is it?

There are several types of tests. They all require a sample of either your blood, urine, or mouth fluids. Some tests look for antibodies, some for the virus, and some check for both. Rapid tests give results in about 20 minutes, while other tests are sent to a lab to be checked.

Is testing free?

Yes, local HIV testing is a free service. The state of Ohio has a program where they will mail you a free home test. You can also buy a home test at most pharmacies.

How long does it take to get results?

It depends on the type of HIV test and where you get tested. Most tests give you results in 20-30 minutes. Some tests must be sent to a lab, which can take a day or two.

How often should I get tested?

CDC recommends that everyone between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once as part of routine health care. For people with certain risk factors, CDC recommends getting tested at least once a year. If you have sex without using protection (condoms or PrEP) you should get tested right away.

What if I test negative?

You can speak to your local healthcare provider about PrEP. PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is a medication that protects you from HIV.

What if I test positive?

You should see a healthcare provider for important next steps to stay healthy. HIV treatments are very effective at suppressing the virus and keeping you healthy.

What is PrEP?

PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is a pill that provides up to 99% protection from HIV. The drug names are Truvada or Descovy. For more information

What is U=U?

It stands for Undetectable equals Untransmittable. If you have HIV and you take medication as recommended, you can get to an undetectable status, where the virus is so low that a blood test will not detect it. It is scientifically proven that being undetectable there is ZERO risk of transmitting the virus through sex. For more information

Ask for the HIV test.

Ask for the HIV test.

Ask for the HIV test.

Ask for the HIV test.

Ask for the HIV test.

Ask for the HIV test.

Ask for the HIV test.

Ask for the HIV test.

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