Get tested for STDs, including HIV, at most doctor’s offices and health clinics, you may also be eligible to get an HIV self-test kit by mail.
The Virginia Department of Health is committed to healthy communities free of sexually transmitted disease. Call the Virginia Disease Prevention Hotline to talk with trained counselors about HIV, viral hepatitis and other STDs: 1 (800) 533-4148.
FREE HIV self-testing by mail
The FREE HIV Self-Testing Program is offered by the Virginia Department of Health (VDH) to make HIV testing even easier.
Swab the inside of your mouth. Results in about 20 minutes.
STD testing, including HIV, is recommended as part of routine healthcare. But that doesn't mean it automatically happens. To know for sure, ask to be tested!
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For those who do not have HIV, PrEP offers another powerful means of protection. When taken as prescribed, PrEP is highly effective in protecting against HIV.
Eligible Virginia residents can get PrEP at little to no cost. For more about the Virginia PrEP Drug Assistance Program call 1 (800) 533-4148.
Condoms are a low cost, easy to get and highly effective prevention option.
When used correctly and consistently, condoms protect against HIV, as well as many other STDs and pregnancy.
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For testing, PrEP and HIV treatment resources in Virginia, call the Virginia Department of Health Hotline at 1 (800) 533-4148 or find services here.