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June 27 is National HIV Testing Day

Sponsor: The National Association of People with AIDS (NAPWA) External Link

Photo: National HIV Testing DayOne in 5 people living with HIV in the U.S. don't know they have it. You can help change this: spread the word about National HIV Testing Day on June 27.

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is the virus that causes AIDS. Many people with HIV don’t have any symptoms. The only way for people to know if they have HIV is to get tested. Encourage people to take the test and take control. External Link

How can National HIV Testing Day make a difference?

More than half of American adults have never been tested for HIV. And right now, at least 1 in 3 people who test positive for HIV are tested too late to get all the benefits of treatment.

We can use National HIV Testing Day to raise awareness about how people can take the test and take control. Every time someone gets tested for HIV, everyone wins.

  • People who find out they are HIV-negative can take steps to stay HIV-free.
  • People who find out they are HIV-positive can get early treatment to help them live longer, healthier lives. They can also take steps to protect their partners’ health.
  • Every new HIV infection prevented can save up to $367,000 per person in lifetime medical costs.

How can I help spread the word?

We’ve made it easier for you to make a difference! This toolkit is full of ideas to help you take action today. For example:

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Get the Word Out

Announcment Sample Media and/or Newsletter or Listserv Announcement
Twitter

Today is National HIV Testing Day. Take the test, take control. Find HIV testing & services near you: http://go.usa.gov/p5D #NHTD
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1 in 5 people living with #HIV in the U.S. don’t know they have it. Get tested: http://1.usa.gov/90Fyd9 #NHTD
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Check out these 12 questions to ask your doctor about #HIV testing: http://1.usa.gov/kKpO2z #NHTD
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More than half of American adults have never been tested for #HIV. If this includes you, get tested today: http://1.usa.gov/m67i0I #NHTD
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Start the conversation about #STD testing with your partner: http://1.usa.gov/s6wcHS #NHTD
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Help your kids make healthy decisions. Talk to them early and often about sex and your values: http://1.usa.gov/JGHBAw #NHTD #HIV
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Join @healthfinder, @AIDSgov, and @napwaus, in recognizing National HIV Testing Day. Find out how to get involved: http://1.usa.gov/hRUcR6
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E-cards

healthfinder.gov E-cards

Get Tested for HIV

Get Screened

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) E-cards

STD Who Knew

Talk to Your Teen About Sex

National Institutes of Health (NIH) E-cards

HIV: Take the test. Take control.

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Badges Web Badge

Get Involved

Take action to increase awareness about HIV.

  1. Find out about services that prevent HIV in your community. Help promote these resources by including information in your newsletter or posting information on your Web site.
  2. Host a community forum with an HIV educator to talk about the benefits of HIV testing and early treatment.
  3. Call a local organization that offers HIV testing and ask them how you can help them spread the word about HIV Testing Day.
  4. Host a fundraising event, like a run or walk, to raise money for a local HIV organization.
  5. Set an example by getting tested for HIV. Encourage co-workers, family members, and friends to get tested.

Adapted from The National Association of People with AIDS and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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