The DC Center HIV Working Group

THIS WEEK! Free No Appointment HIV/AIDS Testing

The DC LGBTQ+ Community Center is committed to supporting community health through free Rapid HIV testing, offered in partnership with Damien Ministries. Regular testing is a vital part of maintaining overall wellness, empowering individuals to take charge of their health, prevent transmission, and access care early if needed.

Testing is available to everyone, free of charge, with no appointment required. Visit us Fridays from 12:00–6:00 PM (last test at 5:30 PM) or Saturdays from 11:00 AM–3:00 PM (last test at 2:30 PM) to prioritize your health and well-being.

Did you know that you could get a FREE HIV and STI test kit delivered to your home if you live in DC, Maryland or Virginia. Its totally FREE !!
No insurance
No intimating face to face doctors questions
No unexpected bill in the mail

Click here: https://thedccenter.org/free-at-home-hiv-and-sti-test-kits-for-dcmd-and-va-residents/

The DC Center's Big Fat Gay Yard Sale:

On Saturday July 10th from 12-5, as part of our pre reopening we are throwing open the doors to our community clothing closet! Come check out our racks of shirts, pants, dresses, skirts, suits, sneakers, shoes...all kinds of apparel...you name it we got it.

Suggested donation $1.00 per piece of clothing or give what you can...take what you need!

Location: Sidewalk in front of The DC Center at 2000 14th street NW.

Date: Saturday July 10th from 12-5pm

Click the link to learn more:
https://thedccenter.org/events/our-big-fat-gay-yard-sale/

Today is National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and we are so excited to present a story telling program and community discussion at 4pm. We will be connecting the focus of this years' national theme for black history month (The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity) and the today's Awareness Day to have an organic conversation about how Stigma and Judgement have affected the Black Community as a whole and what we need to do as a people to bring healing to our intersectional communities as we all rally to continue the fight to end the HIV epidemic.
This program will be aired on the DC Center Face Page via FB Live

Join our community partners in celebrating World AIDS day...This years World AIDS day will spotlight the interconnectedness of both pandemics --the lives lost, the survivors, the activism, and the heroes. In this seamless two-part event that is both informational and entertaining. We celebrate virtually, as we will listen to the impact of COVID-19 on people living with HIV/AIDS. With entertainment including a DJ set, three incredible local LGBTQ performers, and DC's own Raheem DeVaughn.

When: Tue, Dec 1, 2020 at 7:00pm

Here is a link to the World AIDS Day Celebration, all are welcome: HRC.im/WorldAidsDay

Thrive DC & GW Physicians Group will host a free flu clinic on Thursday, November 5, from 10 am - 2 pm in the sanctuary of St. Stephens and the incarnation church, 1525 Newton Street NW Washington DC 20010. Everyone welcomed!

Dear community members, a number of our clients have reported not being able to complete their STD tests due to a shortage in a**l swabs, urine kits and oral swabs. Please engage in safer s*x activities.

DC Centers,
Totally Care Team

AHF Rings Alarm Over Nationwide Shortage of STD Test Kits AHF Rings Alarm Over Nationwide Shortage of STD Test Kits

October 31 is the last day to take the US Census.
WAYS TO PARTICIPATE
The Census can be taken online or over the phone in 13 languages, including English, Arabic, French and Spanish.
Online: To take the Census online visit https://my2020census.gov
Phone: To take the Census over the phone, residents should call the appropriate number here: https://2020census.gov/en/contact-us.html

“FDA approves new HIV treatment for patients with limited treatment options,” according to press release.

FDA Approves New HIV Treatment for Patients With Limited Treatment Options FDA approved Rukobia for adults with HIV who can’t be treated with other drugs due to resistance, intolerance or safety reasons and who’ve tried multiple drugs.

Lets all come together and slow the spread of the virus by practicing how to safely use masks.

Take charge of your s*xual health, visit the website below where you will find a guide on Free and Low-Cost STD Testing options in Washington, DC .
If you're s*xually active, you should be
screened regularly for STIs. You can’t count on
symptoms to know if you have an STI.

Free STD Testing in Washington, D.C. - STDTesting.org A list of STD clinics and resources in Washington, D.C., including free testing options. Plus, a breakdown of STD statistics in D.C.