Testing Yourself for HIV-1, the Virus that Causes AIDS
Up until 1996, the only way to get tested for HIV was to be tested under a doctor's supervision. However, in 1996 FDA approved the first home collection HIV testing systems. At this time, only one HIV home collection test system is approved by ... [... more]
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Women and HIV
Most women get HIV from having sex with men and not using a condom. Women from all backgrounds and cultures can get HIV. However, increasing numbers of African American and Latino women have HIV. HIV is a virus that attacks your immune system. ... [... more]
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Vital Facts About HIV Home Test Kits
Many HIV home tests are illegally marketed online and in newspapers and magazines. Consumers should know that there is only one FDA-approved home test system for HIV. Privacy and confidentiality are main factors that lead people to choose home ... [... more]
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