In "Free HIV tests at 3 colleges," eight agencies administered free HIV testing at three colleges, in recognition of the 12th National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day.
African-Americans represent about 14 percent of the population but accounted for 44 percent of new HIV infections in 2009, according to the Centers for Disease Control website.
Latinos represent 16 percent of Americans and accounted for 20 percent of new HIV infections.
While condoms are free at Planned Parenthood, HIV testing is another free service that should be taken advantage of to make sure you're not passing any unwanted gifts to your partner.
Before you share that special moment with someone new, get them and yourself tested.
Free walk-in testing is available at the San Antonio AIDS Foundation 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 9 p.m.-1 p.m. Friday with results in 20 minutes.
Of 1.2 million HIV-positive people in the U.S., one in five are unaware they are infected, according to the CDC.
If there's any possibility you carry the HIV infection — that means anyone who has ever had sex — make the trip to a clinic for free testing.
Safeguard your health.
There's no shame in being safe and preventing the spread of disease.
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