If you’ve ever had unprotected sex or shared a needle with anyone for any reason—even someone you know and trust—you may be at risk for contracting HIV. It’s important to know your HIV status!
- About 21,000 Virginians are known to be living with HIV/AIDS.
- In Virginia one out of every 370 people are infected with HIV.
- According to recently released information from the CDC, it is estimated that there are over 50,000 new HIV infections each year in the United States.
Unfortunately many individuals are unaware of their status because they have not been tested. Studies show that someone who is HIV positive and unaware of his or her HIV status is more likely to infect others.