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Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson to Team Up with Walgreens and Greater Than AIDS to Provide Free HIV Testing in Observance of National HIV Testing Day
Miami, FL,
June 26, 2018
MIAMI, FL – In observance of National HIV Testing Day, Congresswoman Frederica S. Wilson is teaming up with Walgreens, Greater Than AIDS, and several health clinics throughout Miami-Dade County to promote free HIV testing on Wednesday, June 27, 2018. "I have long said that the best way to end the spread of HIV is to get tested, and if you are HIV positive, receive treatment," said Congresswoman Wilson. "Miami-Dade County has the highest number of new HIV cases in the country. To help end the spread of HIV in South Florida, I am appealing to everyone to get tested and know your status." Congresswoman Wilson has sponsored several bills to boost HIV/AIDS education and awareness throughout her career in public service. This year marks the 16th anniversary of a bill she sponsored in the Florida legislature to mandate HIV testing for prisoners upon their release from prison. The purpose of the bill was to confirm prisoners' HIV status as they re-enter society and connect them to care if they were positive. Free confidential HIV testing will be provided at the following locations from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., unless otherwise noted:
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