PRESS RELEASE : European Testing Week 2025

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PRESS RELEASE

European Testing Week 2025

The Estonian Network of People Living with HIV has joined the European Testing Week and, guided by its strategic principles, continues to actively advocate for the demedicalization of testing among key populations — including the expansion of self-testing and testing conducted by trained community-based lay providers.

Health and access to medical care are fundamental human rights for everyone, regardless of their status or origin. However, migrants and mobile populations continue to face numerous obstacles in obtaining quality healthcare, particularly in the field of infectious disease prevention and treatment.

In 2025, European Testing Week is focusing on expanding access to testing and subsequent care among migrants and mobile communities. This theme is especially relevant given the increasing number of HIV cases among migrants over the past 10 years.

Overcoming Barriers to Health

Migrants and mobile populations are at increased risk of contracting infectious diseases, including HIV, viral hepatitis, and STIs (sexually transmitted infections). They often encounter numerous challenges, including:

  • Social and legal barriers — lack of documentation and legal insecurity.
  • Linguistic and cultural obstacles — difficulties in accessing information in their native language.
  • Limited access to testing and treatment — lack of awareness about available services and fear of seeking help.

These factors lead to unequal access to healthcare and exacerbate negative health outcomes. We aim to change this situation by providing support and informing migrants about their rights and opportunities.

Uniting Efforts for Health and Well-being

This year, European Testing Week is not just an event, but a call to action. We are joining forces to help migrants and mobile populations overcome barriers to health. We are creating a space for open dialogue, sharing experiences, and collaboratively finding solutions.

Our goal is to ensure equal access to testing and treatment for everyone.
We call on government and public organizations, healthcare workers, and all concerned citizens to join this important cause. It is within our power to create conditions where every person, regardless of their origin, feels safe and can access the necessary medical care.

 

📍 Locations and Times of Preventive Events:

Jõhvi

📅 May 19, 2025
🕓 16:00–18:00
📍 Kivi 5, Jõhvi

Sillamäe

📅 May 21, 2025
🕟 16:30–18:30
📍 Kajaka 15, Sillamäe

Tallinn

📅 May 23, 2025
🕐 13:00–15:00
📍 Laevastiku tn 1a, Tallinn

Contact Information:

  • Eesti HIV-positiivsete võrgustik (EHPV)
  • Phone: +372 5870 6070, +372 5557 8131
  • Email: ehpv@ehpv.ee
  • Website: www.ehpv.ee

Join us in making healthcare accessible for all! Let’s create a safer and healthier future together.