HIV facts

Getting Tested for HIV

Here are a few facts on HIV that most people may not be aware of:

  • You can have HIV for 10 years and not display any symptoms. Just because you don't feel sick, doesn't mean you're not sick.
  • There is no vaccine to prevent HIV.
  • People with HIV can look and feel well. A person with HIV can stay feeling healthy for a long time, especially if diagnosed early and treated promptly as the need arises.
  • HIV does not only affect gay men and drug users. Anyone who practices at-risk behaviour such as unsafe sex can be infected with HIV. This includes men, women, seniors, and teens.

Quick tips

  • If you don’t feel comfortable talking about condoms, use visual communication— have them in plain view on a night table, simply hand one to your partner before any type of penetration, and don’t take no for an answer.

HIV facts

  • People with HIV can look and feel well. A person with HIV can stay feeling healthy for a long time, especially if diagnosed early and treated promptly as the need arises.

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