spillaggio   10 #1 Posted May 29, 2009 Time 2 Test is a new pilot scheme offering free HIV test kits for gay and bisexual men that can be taken in the comfort of your own home. The completed tests are then sent in the post for analysis. Shout! celebrates the launch of the scheme on Tuesday 9 June 7-9pm with an evening dedicated to tests. There'll be a chance to have a look at the test kits and find out more about the scheme as well as an opportunity to test your wits on the Nintendo Wii. Prizes, freebies and refreshments on offer.  RSVP to 0114 253 6767 or [email protected] Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
splodgeyAl   10 #2 Posted May 29, 2009 What support do you offer to those that discover they are HIV + ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
sTaGeWaLkEr   10 #3 Posted May 29, 2009 I would imagine there will be counselling available either via SHOUT or with a link up to G.U med services.  Excellent idea guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
splodgeyAl   10 #4 Posted May 29, 2009 I would imagine there will be counselling available either via SHOUT or with a link up to G.U med services. Excellent idea guys.  Aye, it is a good idea, and I'd imagine that too. But I would like to know Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
spillaggio   10 #5 Posted June 1, 2009 The process involved in the Time 2 Test scheme is for home testing kits to be distributed through a range of places and services, including Shout! and via post. The kits contain a saliva swab test to do at home which are sent to a lab and results are passed to the GU Med service. Their Health Advisors will contact the person by the preferred method and notify them of the result. If a test is positive the Health Advisor will simply book an appointment at the GU Med clinic where the test result will be given to the person and further tests taken to confirm the diagnosis. They will also make all necessary arrangements including giving information about living with HIV, support and signposting. There are a number of support services available in the city which the person will be referred to in order to make sure that the person isn't just left to cope with a difficult period by themselves.  Hope this helps. The session on the 9th at Shout! is open to anyone, the more the merrier! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
splodgeyAl   10 #6 Posted June 1, 2009 It does! Thanks for the info Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
