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What is HIV and what is not? HIV is a virus that weakens the immune system. What else is it? Read the fact sheet to learn more and additional resources at cdc.gov/hiv

HIV can be passed from mother to child anytime during pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. This is called perinatal transmission.

For more information Call 1-800-CDC-INFO(232-4636) Visit www.cdc.gov/hiv

Interested in learning more about PrEP or where you can get tested? Visit this link, enter your zip code or city and state, to find real time help and locations that provide HIV testing and services in your area.

https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/hiv/prep.html

Talk to your health care provider if you think PrEP is right for you. PrEP can be prescribed by any health care provider who is licensed to write prescriptions. If you don’t have a health care provider, you can use the locator below to find a PrEP provider near you.

The following organizations provide HIV testing in Alabama. Free testing and services are often available. Contact the organizations for more information.
https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/hiv/testing.html

First observed in 1999, this day serves as an opportunity to increase awareness about the disproportionate impact of HIV/AIDS on Black and African American communities in the U.S. and to promote education, testing, and treatment.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=N137ymV1BtY&t=11s&pp=2AELkAIB

https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/hiv/ryan-white.html

If you do not have insurance or need financial assistance with your HIV care and insurance costs, there are programs that can help. The Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program works with health departments and community-based organizations to provide HIV-related medical care and prescription drugs for people living with HIV. The program serves people with HIV who have no insurance, need services that their insurance doesn’t cover or need help with insurance costs. The program also provides other essential support services for people living with HIV. This includes transportation, housing assistance, dental and mental health, substance use treatment and more.

For information on PrEP visit https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/hiv/prep.html.

Having HIV can be a source of major stress. HIV may challenge your sense of well-being or complicate existing mental health conditions. Good mental health will help you live your life to the fullest and is essential to successfully treating HIV. For information regarding HIV treatment and other resources, please visit https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/hiv/ryan-white.html.
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HIV is a preventable disease. The risk of HIV infection can be reduced by:
being abstinent
being tested for HIV and other s*xually transmitted infections
using condoms during s*x
not sharing needles.

Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) is an additional prevention option. It is a daily pill or injection that prevents HIV. It is up to 99% effective when taken as prescribed. Find PrEP, PEP, STI testing, and other services near you by visiting https://locator.hiv.gov./ .

Contact the confidential ADPH HIV Hotline 1-800-228-0469.

HIV remains a major global public health issue, having claimed an estimated 44.1 million lives to date. Transmission is ongoing in all countries globally. Know your status. Get tested.