HIV tests are now quick, FREE, and painless. You can also use an HIV self-test to learn your HIV status at home or in a private location.
JOM TEST is a safe virtual space for people vulnerable to HIV infection to self-test at their own comfort, send results, and link to care and other health services. it is a service user-centred platform with a differentiated service delivery tailored to the community's needs.
We know people providing the best HIV support, advice, and consulting services to improve health outcomes.
SHOULD I GET TESTED FOR HIV?
You should get tested at least once a year if you continue to engage in any of the following;
- You’re a man who has had sex with another man.
- You’ve had sex with a partner who has HIV.
- You’ve had more than one partner since your last HIV test.
- You’ve shared needles, syringes, or other equipment to inject drugs.
- You’re exchanged sex for drugs or money.
- You’re another sexually transmitted disease, hepatitis, or tuberculosis.
- You’ve had sex with anyone who has done anything listed above or with someone whose sexual history you don't know.
It is ideal to get tested every 3 to 6 months if you're exposed to high-risk behaviours as listed above. if you're pregnant or planning to get pregnant, get tested as easily as possible to protect yourself and your baby.
WHAT IF MY TEST RESULT IS REACTIVE?
A reactive result means the test has reacted with something in your blood. it could be a sign of HIV infection, but it's not the same as a positive result. You may be given a follow-up test to confirm the result.
To get confirmatory testing, you can either;
- Get connected with the listed Community Health Workers (CHW) for support and assistance
- Visit our partnered Community-Friendly / STI-Friendly Healthcare centres, or
- Go to the nearest hospital/clinic in your area.
WHAT IF MY TEST RESULT IS NON-REACTIVE?
A non-reactive result from an HIV test is the same as a negative result. It means the HIV antibodies and virus have not been found in your blood. Now it's time to start thinking about the HIV prevention options that work for you.
WHAT IF MY TEST RESULT IS INVALID?
This means the test result is unclear. Another test needs to be done.