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Free AIDS testing available this week in Austin

By AustinTalks | June 24, 2019

On June 27, Walgreens and Greater Than AIDS are offering free, confidential HIV testing and counseling in three Walgreens Austin locations. No appointment is needed, and results will be available immediately on site.

Community

Celebrate national HIV testing day Wednesday by getting tested

By AustinTalks | June 25, 2018

Walgreens and Greater Than AIDS have partnered with community groups to provide testing and counseling from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 27 at 22 Chicago Walgreens locations, including six in the Austin area.

AIDS

Today’s heroin epidemic similar to HIV/AIDS scourge in the 1980s

By Rep. La Shawn Ford | May 3, 2017

West Side residents can take action to protect their friends, family and neighbors from this sweeping problem that’s more deadly than gun violence and motor accidents.

News

West Siders to take part in AIDS walk/run

By Jessica Wenck | September 12, 2014

It’s not too late to register for Sunday’s event at Grant Park.

Community

Free HIV screening available in Austin this summer

By Step Up. Get Tested. | May 21, 2014

Rapid test available June 5 at the Central Avenue and Lake Street Green line CTA stop.

Community

Forum puts spotlight on preventing HIV/AIDS

By AustinTalks | November 8, 2013

The Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. is sponsoring the free event, which will take place from 9 to noon Saturday at Loretto Hospital.

News

Austin residents receive free HIV testing

By Tatiana Walk-Morris | August 13, 2013

West Siders can check their status the first and third Friday of the month; the next event will be Sept. 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Austin Wellness Center.

Community

Learn your HIV status

By AustinTalks | June 17, 2013

The Austin Planned Parenthood office, at 5937 W. Chicago Ave., is offering free testing.

News

Austin residents attend conference to combat AIDS in black communities

By Andrea Watson | September 14, 2012

Last week’s event brought residents and experts together to discuss treatments and intervention methods they hope could save lives.

News

HIV continues to vex the West Side

By Ellyn Fortino | January 17, 2012

A former Austin resident shares her story of being diagnosed in prison, an optional test now required by a new law, which she says saved her life.

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