HIV tests in NYC

In New York City, health officials have set a very ambitious goal of testing a quarter million adults for HIV within a span of three years. They would want every single individual to know their status. This will help in the prevention of the spread of the disease.

Like all the other states, the doctors would need the consent of the patient first before beginning with the test and they will be given a brief counseling session as well regarding AIDS. They are planning to test all Americans ages 13 to 64.

AIDS have already killed 357 residents in 2006 and this is about a third of all the AIDS deaths in the city itself. These tests will help everyone to be aware of their situation.