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1,055 persons were tested on National HIV Testing Day
- By TJJ Office Mgr
- Published 13-Dec-09
- Health and Fitness
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The level of participation this year constitutes a record for the history of National HIV Testing Day, exceeding the goal of 1,000 persons to be tested. Out of the total 1,055 persons who received testing, 835 persons were from Trinidad and 220 from Tobago. Most persons fell within the 20 - 24 years age group, and 61% of those tested were female. Several teenagers within the 15 to 19 years age group also came for HIV testing accompanied by their parent or guardian.
A total of twenty-six (26) testing sites throughout Trinidad and Tobago were available for HIV testing and included twenty (20) public health centres and six (6) mobile clinics. All offered on-site pre-testing and post-testing counseling. It is important to note that the Ministry of Health offers same day HIV testing which is available throughout the year.
Dr. Anton Cumberbatch, the Chief Medical Officer of the Ministry of Health, wishes to warmly thank all citizens, health care workers and other support personnel who contributed to the success of the National HIV Testing Day.