HIV Testing

One of the best things you can do for yourself or your partner(s) is to KNOW YOUR STATUS. The peace of mind of knowing you’re being safe is priceless and it can save your life. Not to mention that in the event someone does become infected with HIV, the sooner it is diagnosed, the better their options for treatment. Be safe and get tested regularly. How regularly is necessary? That depends on your sexual lifestyle and habits. If you’ve been tested and are in a strong monogamous relationship, then you don’t need to get tested nearly as often as someone who is single and sexually adventurous.

FREE HIV TESTING Monday through Friday • 9-4 p.m.
Testing is done by appointment or walk-in, is always free, and completely confidential. The Four A's uses the OraQuick Rapid test which is an oral swab (no blood) and produces results in 30 minutes. Testing is done at the Four A's office, located at 1057 W. Fireweed Lane, Suite 102 (between Arctic and Spenard - look for the United Way Building. For more information or to make an appointment, contact the Four A's at 263-2050.

OTHER TESTING OPTIONS IN ANCHORAGE**
Anchorage Neighborhood Health Center ............................................... (907) 257-4638
Municipality of Anchorage Reproductive Health Clinic ........................... (907) 343-4623
Planned Parenthood of Alaska ............................................................ (907) 563-2229
Power Program Teen Clinic (for teens ages 13-19 only) ......................... (907) 563-8336

OTHER TESTING OPTIONS AROUND THE STATE**:
Fairbanks Interior AIDS Association..................................................................... (907) 452-4222
Planned Parenthood of Alaska-Fairbanks...................................... (907) 455-7285

Juneau Alaskan AIDS Assistance Association (Southeast)....................... (907) 586-6089
Juneau Public Health Services ........................................................ (907) 465-3353

Kenai Kenai Public Health Center .............................................................. (907) 335-3400

Soldotna Planned Parenthood of Alaska-Soldotna....................................... (907) 262-2622

Sitka Planned Parenthood of Alaska-Sitka.............................................. (907) 747-3883

** Not all listed organizations offer HIV testing for free, but most offer affordable testing or testing on a sliding scale. Call individual organizations for details.

ALASKA STATEWIDE HELPLINE • 907-263-2050 • 1-800-478-AIDS

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