Raise awareness of HIV among teens and young adults on HIV Testing Day.

June 27 is National HIV Testing Day, and this year’s theme is The Power of “Knowing”—knowing your risk, knowing your prevention options, and knowing your treatment options.

Research has shown that nearly 1 in 5 of all new HIV infections occurs in teens and young adults aged 13 to 24. Additionally, there are serious disparities in the demographics for those contracting HIV. Most infections in this age group occur in males and minority populations.

Although youth and young adults represent a significant portion of new HIV infections, most youth do not get tested.

Get Involved

• Learn more about the impact of HIV on racial and ethnic minorities and the various federal programs created to address the challenge of racial and ethic disparities in HIV treatment and management. 
• Watch the Positive Spin video series to hear true stories from people who are living with HIV.
• Promote and encourage HIV testing in your community! Visit CDC for free campaign materials, including posters, palm cards, and banners. 
• Share the Get Tested tool with the youth you serve to encourage testing for HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases.  
• Download and share the HIV/AIDS Prevention & Service Provider Locator app to find testing sites in your area.