Testing and Care for HIV+ Individuals 2014
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This document provides information about HIV testing and care options in Saskatchewan. It discusses that HIV tests must be confidential, accompanied by counseling, and conducted with informed consent. Anonymous testing is available in Regina by calling a provided phone number. Standard testing involves a blood draw and results within 2 weeks, while point-of-care testing uses a finger prick for instant results. If tested positive, a second test is required to confirm. Care and support for HIV positive individuals is available through the Infectious Disease Clinic at Regina General Hospital and peer support programs.
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- 1. HIV/AIDS Testing & Care Education & Outreach Team at AIDS Programs South Saskatchewan
- 2. Who can provide me an HIV test? Your family doctor, nurse practitioner or local medical clinic can advise and counsel you. Staff at the sexual health clinic and public health staff in local public health offices are also available for counselling and referral.
- 3. The 3 C’s of HIV Testing The conditions of the ‘3 Cs’, advocated since the HIV test became available in 1985, continue to be underpinning principles for the conduct of HIV testing of individuals. Such testing of individuals must be: confidential accompanied by counselling (the extent determined by the testing situation) conducted only with informed consent, meaning that it is both informed and voluntary
- 4. Confidentiality Your name, or code and all the information you have discussed with the health care provider testing you will be kept confidential and private!
- 5. Reactive Test Result: If the test is reactive, a second follow-up lab test is required to confirm if you have HIV. Non-Reactive Test Result: If the test does not show signs of HIV infection and you are concerned that you have been infected within the last three months, you should he tested again in another two to three months.
- 7. Anonymous Testing You are not required to use your real name Test is carried out using a code The health care provider and the laboratory carrying out the testing on the blood sample do not know to whom the code belongs Anonymous testing for HIV is available in Regina call 306-766-7779 Persons living outside of Regina can call toll free, 1-800-268-9888
- 8. Standard Testing Blood drawn from a vein Sample is sent to a lab Results in two weeks
- 9. Point of Care Testing (POC) Blood sample from an individual’s finger Test takes 60 seconds A standard test will confirm the results
- 11. How long will the HIV test take? The counselling and test will take about 60 minutes to complete.
- 12. Is the HIV test part of my annual physical? No! You must ask for the HIV antibody test.
- 13. Can someone do an HIV test on me without me knowing? No! In order for you have to have an HIV test done, you must give INFORMED CONSENT.
- 14. Can I be forced to have an HIV test? No! No one can force you to have an HIV test. You must ask for the test.
- 15. If I test HIV positive, do I have to tell anyone? It is entirely up to you who you tell. However, it is strongly advised to let your sexual and/or injection drug use partner(s) know. You can now be charged under the Criminal Code of Canada for knowingly infecting others without disclosing your HIV positive status. You must take the necessary precautions to reduce the risks of transmitting HIV to others.
- 16. What if I test positive for HIV? If someone has accompanied you to the test, you can either have them leave the room when you are given the results or you will need to given permission to have that person hear your result You will be notified by a healthcare professional You will be offered information and supports including follow-up care and treatment
- 17. What if I test negative for HIV? Your health care provider will talk with you about when you should have your next routine test You may also want to talk about ways to help you stay negative
- 18. Care and Support for HIV+ Individuals in Southern Saskatchewan
- 19. Infectious Disease Clinic Regina General Hospital 306-766-3915 Provides outpatient care for patients in southern Saskatchewan with HIV and hepatitis, along with other complex infectious diseases. Multidisciplinary team includes: Physicians Nurses Social Worker Pharmacists Dietitian
- 20. Peer Support 306-766-6857 Acute Peer-to-Peer Program is a valuable part of the RQHR work to engage more people in HIV care and to help those newly diagnosed manage some of the daily challenges that come with living with HIV. The mentors share their experiences with mentees and support those who might be feeling isolated or intimidated. When a mentee feels ready, he or she can graduate from the program and move on to become a mentor.
- 21. Southern Saskatchewan Client Support works directly with people living with HIV/AIDS with individuals identifies personal needs and together design supportive plans provides support on a one to one basis; during home visits, hospital visits, plans social activities with client and meets the client where they are at if a client wish to disclose their positive status the coordinator facilitates the conversation while debunking myths and providing education around HIV/AIDS provide transportation and attend appointments when requested by client
Editor's Notes
- Unique to Saskatchewan Prior to being tested for HIV, all patients will be counselled about: How HIV is spread and how to protect yourself, others and the community; What your options are for testing and which test is best for you;You will be counselled on how to reduce risk You will get counselling before and after testing Counsellors will give you information, answer your questions and provide support to help you understand and deal with your test results
- The HIV antibody test is a blood test HIV antibodies can usually be found in the blood within 12 weeks after you are infected with HIV If the test is positive, you are infected with HIV and can pass the virus to others. The test does not tell when you became infected or when you will get sick. A negative test means you are not infected. It usually takes up to 12 weeks for your body to make HIV antibodies. A test done before 12 weeks may not show correct results. You will be told if you need another test.
- Hours: Monday to Friday, except Statutory Holidays 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. At the clinic you will have your CD4 and viral load levels assessed. Whatever support you need, the clinic will work
- Our support services is built upon the understanding that the capacity to manage and maintain health while living with HIV/AIDS is determined, in part, by factors such as income level, housing, access to care, access to health services, access to quality health care, and individual coping skills.