North Central Health District

National HIV Testing Day is June 27

Posted June 25, 2014 by NCHD Admin

Do you know your HIV status? Each year, on June 27, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), AIDS.gov , and other national and local entities across the country organize National HIV Testing Day. This unique initiative sends the message, “Take the Test, Take Control,” to those at risk from HIV.

National HIV Testing Day was launched in 1995 by the National Association of People with AIDS in response to the growing number of HIV infections in communities of color and other heavily impacted communities. Nearly 1.1 million people are living with HIV in the U.S., and one in six don’t know they are infected. HIV testing is a critical first step in taking control and responsibility over one’s health.

HIV Testing is available at your local health department. You can also search here for other HIV Testing sites: http://hivtest.cdc.gov

The Macon-Bibb County Health Department will also be offering a FREE lunch and learn about HIV on Friday, June 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A free lunch will be provided to the first 50 registered guests. To register, contact Marjorie Williams at (478) 749-0113 before Thursday at 4:00 p.m.