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Get Tested, Know Your Status: Free HIV And Hepatitis C Testing Event At Polk County Walgreens

Walgreens (File)
Walgreens (File)

POLK COUNTY, Fla.- The Florida Department of Health in Polk County (DOH-Polk) wants YOU to take charge of your health!

Join in for a FREE and confidential rapid HIV and Hepatitis C testing on Thursday, June 27th, from 9 am to 5 pm. No appointment is needed, walk-ins are welcome!

Locations:

  • Walgreens at 805 Havendale Blvd NW, Winter Haven, FL 33881
  • Walgreens at 3619 US Highway 27 N, Sebring, FL 33870
  • Walgreens at 2425 US Highway 92 E, Lakeland, FL 33801

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Get the Facts:

  • Knowing your HIV status is the first step towards prevention and treatment.
  • DOH-Polk staff will provide educational materials and counseling.
  • Results are available in 20 minutes or less.

Protect Yourself:

  • Reduce your risk of HIV with pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP), protection, and regular testing.
  • If you test positive, treatment can help you live a long, healthy life.

DOH-Polk offers:

  • Routine HIV testing
  • PrEP services
  • Other HIV-related support

Take Action:

  • Call (863) 519-8233 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
  • Visit KnowYourHIVStatus.com to find testing options or order a free at-home kit.
  • Call for additional support:
    • 1-800-FLA-AIDS or 800-352-2437 (English)
    • 1-800-545-SIDA (Spanish)
    • 1-800-AIDS-101 (Creole)

Let’s work together to prevent and treat HIV!

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