Globally, there are an estimated 38 million people living with HIV. As we mark 40 years since the first reported cases of HIV-related illnesses and deaths, we have come a long way since the times when being diagnosed with HIV was a death sentence. Even though the number of people with HIV in Stockton-on-Tees is below the national average, every year there are about 8- 10 people aged between 15 and 59 who are diagnosed with HIV.
This is the perfect time to raise much-needed awareness. There are still many misconceptions about HIV. People with HIV, especially those who get an early diagnosis and treatment, can and do lead long and full lives. The service offers testing for sexually transmitted infections and diseases, including syphilis which has seen a rise in cases across the Borough.
Contact the Sexual Health Service on from Monday β Friday between 9am-5pm to arrange an appointment or order home tests online at www. The Terrence Higgins Trust runs services in Stockton-on-Tees in partnership with the sexual health service. Visit htwww. You can also get free self-test kits at www. This service is aimed at anyone most at risk from HIV, including gay and bisexual men, men and women from black African communities and transwomen.
These symptoms last for a few days to weeks and include: Severe flu-like symptoms, sore throat, fever, rash on the chest. People living with HIV are also more likely to experience poverty, hardship and inequalities. Condoms are the best type of contraception for preventing the spread of STDs.
Young people under 24 can get free condoms through the C Card scheme, supported by local pharmacies. For more information about how to order contraception visit www. For more information about sexual health visit www. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful.
