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Article: How does she know he doesn't have HIV?
- Article from:
- The Boston Globe (Boston, MA)
- Article date:
- April 10, 1997
CopyrightCopyright 1997 The Boston Globe. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
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Dear Beth:
I guess mine is an old story. I was on a big student trip, and I
got to know this gorgeous guy. We fell in love right away -- at
least I thought it was love. So on the last night we went off
together and we ended up having sex. He didn't have a condom, but
I'm on the Pill, so it didn't bother me. Now it does! How do I know
he doesn't have AIDS? Is there any way I can test myself at home?
SCARED OUT OF MY MIND
Home HIV tests are fairly accurate. Tests are available over the
counter at some drugstores. They cost from $30 to $50. However, it
is still best to get tested professionally because with the home kit
you'd miss the counseling. And it is most important to have
immediate ...