Public Health

Today is National HIV Testing Day

HIV Testing Houston TX
27
Jun

By Barrett White

You can observe the 27th annual Testing Day by knowing your own HIV status. Everybody has one, what’s yours?

 

National HIV Testing Day (NHTD) was first observed on June 27, 1995. This is a day to encourage people to get tested for HIV, know their status, and get linked to prevention, care, and treatment. On National HIV Testing Day, health care providers throughout the nation highlight the importance of HIV prevention and the end of HIV stigma. According to the most recent published data by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the highest rates of HIV transmission are found in the South—and Harris County is among the CDC’s “priority counties”.

This National HIV Testing Day, Legacy reminds you that we offer FREE HIV testing, no appointment needed. Just walk into to one of Legacy’s convenient locations across Houston and Beaumont.

On Monday, June 27, Legacy will be hosting HIV testing hours at the following locations:

  • Montrose 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Wellness Bar 7:00 am – 4:00 pm
  • Fifth Ward 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
  • Northline 8:30 am – 5:00 pm
  • Mapleridge 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Southwest 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
  • Central Beaumont 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Walgreens (1515 Lockwood Drive, Houston 77020) 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm

On Thursday, June 30, join us at Legacy Central Beaumont (450 N. 11th Street in Beaumont) for “The Check-In” from 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, where you can meet Legacy providers, access free HIV testing and PrEP & treatment connection, enjoy free food and refreshments, and enter for a chance to win prizes!

“The Check-In” will also include performances by Miss Sparkle Motion, Aurora Spindle, and Avery Sins James.

Legacy also offers free at-home HIV testing kits. The at-home kits offer fast results, and come with the same patient navigation that you would receive if you had your test done in person, regardless of the result of the test. You can find more information on the at-home testing kits and how they work here.

Everyone has an HIV status. Do you know yours? Do your part and get tested with Legacy today. It’s free.