HIV [Human Immunodeficiency Virus] Testing Day is Thursday, June 27, and McLean County health officials want more people to get tested for the virus, saying a lack of "self love" keeps many from taking that step.

Those who have unprotected sex or share needles are at the highest risk for the virus. Health officials say they should get tested annually. Data from the Illinois Department of Public Health shows McLean County has averaged about 10 new positive cases per year since 2016.

HIV [Human Immunodeficiency Virus] Testing Day is Thursday, June 27, and McLean County health officials want more people to get tested for the virus, saying a lack of "self love" keeps many from taking that step.
Those who have unprotected sex or share needles are at the highest risk for the virus. Health officials say they should get tested annually. Data from the <a href="https://dph.illinois.gov/" data-cms-ai="0">Illinois Department of Public Health</a> shows McLean County has averaged <a href="https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/diseases-and-conditions/hiv-aids/hiv-surveillance/update-reports/2023/february.html" data-cms-ai="0">about 10 new positive cases</a> per year since 2016.

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