From May 20 to May 27, the European HIV and Hepatitis C Testing Week will take place.
European Testing Week: New opportunities for prevention and early self-diagnosis
From May 20 to May 27, the European HIV and Hepatitis C Testing Week will take place. This significant event is organized to raise awareness about the importance of early detection of these diseases, which allows for timely treatment initiation and reduces the risk of transmitting the viruses to others.
Throughout the week, in major Estonian cities such as Tallinn, Narva, Jõhvi, Pärnu, and Tartu, the Estonian Network of People Living with HIV invites everyone to receive a free self-testing kit for HIV and Hepatitis C.
The importance of early diagnosis
Early diagnosis of HIV and Hepatitis C plays a critical role in managing and treating these diseases. Individuals whose condition is diagnosed at an early stage can access effective treatment, significantly improving their quality of life and reducing the likelihood of developing serious complications.
Schedule of upcoming events:
May 20
Location: Põgenikekeskus in Tallinn.
Time: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
May 20
Location: Kreenholmi 32 in Narva.
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
May 21
Location: Põgenikekeskus in Tallinn.
Time: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
May 21
Location: Kreenholmi 40 in Narva.
Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
May 22
Location: Haigla 1 in Narva.
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
May 22nd
Location: Library of the University of Tartu (Wilhelm Struve 1).
Time: from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.
May 23
Location: Pääste Armee in Tallinn.
Time: 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
May 23
Location: Near the Pirogov monument in Tartu.
Time: 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.
May 24
Location: Mooku baar, Tartu.
Time: 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
May 24
Location: Põgenikekeskus in Tallinn.
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
May 22, 25, 26, 27
Location: All EHPV offices across Estonia.
Time: During office hours.
These events are designed to ensure that everyone who wishes can easily access self-testing, which is a key aspect of prevention and control of the spread of HIV and Hepatitis C. We invite everyone to participate and take advantage of this opportunity to preserve their own health and the health of others.
Contacts:
Tallinn + 372 57816023
Narva +372 55658280
Jõhvi +372 5675 3737
Tartu +372 58152948
Office location:
Tallinn, Rävala pst 8-1014
Tallinn, Niine 2, EHPV nõustamiskabinet Põgenikekeskuses
Tartu, Kalevi tn 51
Jõhvi, Rakvere tn 4
Narva, Linda 4 (endine „Baltijets“), 6. korrus
e-mail: checkpoint@ehpv.ee
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