BHSJ Launches Curbside, Confidential HIV Testing

Monday June 27, 2022

Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency has launched an online scheduling link

The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency has launched an online scheduling link for curbside, confidential, HIV testing. Starting Monday, June 27, 2022, National HIV Testing Day, residents can request an appointment at our Coldwater, Hillsdale, or Three Rivers locations by going to www.bhsj.org/HIV or through use of a QR code.
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“Since 1 in 7 people living with HIV are unaware they have it, knowing your HIV status is the first step to prevention or accessing treatment services.  With treatment, persons living with HIV can live a long and healthy life. Under proper care, patients can reach an undetectable viral load in six months or less, making HIV un-transmittable (U=U). Everyone should be tested for HIV at least once in their lifetime as a part of your regular annual provider visit,” says Dr. Karen Luparello, Medical Director. “Your provider may recommend additional HIV tests, in following annual visits, if you have risk factors for HIV. In addition to testing offered through the health agency and primary care provider offices, in home test kits are available at local pharmacies.

The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency is committed to promoting wellness, preventing disease, providing health care, and protecting the environment.