The Coastal Health District HIV Prevention Program, in partnership with Walgreens, will hold free HIV testing events on Tuesday, June 27, to commemorate National HIV Testing Day (NHTD). This year’s NHTD events will be held at these Walgreens locations in Chatham and Glynn counties:
- 2109 E. Victory Drive, Savannah, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- 11509 Abercorn Street, Savannah 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- 700 E. DeRenne Ave., Savannah 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
- 4210 Augusta Road, Garden City 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- 4575 Altama Avenue, Brunswick 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The first 25 people to be tested at each location will receive a $25 gift card. All testing is free and confidential, and results will be available in about one minute.
Georgia has some of the highest HIV rates in the country, and many people living with HIV may not be aware of their status. There are many effective ways to prevent HIV or, if you are infected, to treat HIV so you can live a healthy and full life. But the first step is to know your status.
The theme for NHTD 2024 is “Level up your self-love: check your status.” This theme emphasizes valuing yourself, showing yourself compassion and respect, and honoring your health needs with self-love. Knowing your HIV status helps you choose options to stay healthy and keep your partners healthy.
As a reminder, HIV testing is always free by appointment at all health departments in Bryan, Camden, Chatham, Effingham, Glynn, Liberty, Long, and McIntosh counties. Free self-test kits are also available and can be used at home. Click here for more information about Coastal Health District HIV services.
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