HIV ENDS WITH

HIV ENDS WITH

HIV ENDS WITH

TREAT HIV LIKE YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON IT.

With treatment, your HIV can be undetectable (it won’t show up on tests because the viral load will be too small) and untransmittable (you won’t pass the virus to others).

Austin Public Health is here to help you at every step of your journey with low- or no-cost testing, treatment, and more.

There is power in U

Discover how people across Austin got into treatment and reclaimed their power over HIV.

There is power in U

Discover how people across Austin got into treatment and reclaimed their power over HIV.

Getting a diagnosis

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Being undetectable means that I am not able to transmit the virus to others. But it also means I am able to live my life fully, happily, as if I didn’t have HIV. – Alfonso C.

After years of working in HIV prevention in Austin, Alfonso let his guard down and found that he had contracted the virus.

But by getting a treatment plan and on the right medicine, he found he had reached undetectable status within six months of his initial diagnosis.

Getting tested is the first step to getting a diagnosis and getting into treatment.

Being undetectable means that I am not able to transmit the virus to others. But it also means I am able to live my life fully, happily, as if I didn’t have HIV. – Alfonso C.

After years of working in HIV prevention in Austin, Alfonso let his guard down and found that he had contracted the virus.

But by getting a treatment plan and on the right medicine, he found he had reached undetectable status within six months of his initial diagnosis.

Getting tested is the first step to getting a diagnosis and getting into treatment.

Featured stories

Ken M.

“[After getting on treatment] I felt free for the first time in many years.”

Kaylyn T.

“When I found out I was HIV-positive, I felt like everything was going downhill.”

Alfonso c.

“I would tell somebody living with HIV… and get on treatment as soon as possible.”

Featured stories

You don’t have to go it alone.

Getting a positive diagnosis is life-changing, and it can feel terrifying. But with the right support network, you don’t have to go it alone.

Counseling

The CARE counseling program can help you cope with the stresses of living with HIV.

Prescription Assistance

If you need help getting and paying for your prescribed medications, there are local resources available to help.

Peer Support Group

Any journey is easier when you’re supported by people who’ve made it themselves.

Get support from people
who’ve been there

Getting a positive diagnosis is life-changing, and it can feel terrifying. But with the right support network, 
you don’t have to do it alone.

The Peer Advocacy team at ASHwell can give you emotional support and help you find care. Its team of Peer Advocates helps you get the highest standard of care by taking the necessary time, care, and attention to support you in your journey.

ASHwell Peer Advocates are your cheerleaders and help you discover the drive and confidence to follow through with your treatment plan. They host weekly drop-ins and attend outreach events to create opportunities to connect with peers.

ASHwell’s peer programs include:

LEARN MORE

Call (512) 900-3116 and choose option 3.

My journey with HIV has now been over eight years long. It’s been an eye-opening experience to really connect with myself fully in order to live the best, long, healthy life I can. – Geofferey C.

My journey with HIV has now been over eight years long. It’s been an eye-opening experience to really connect with myself fully in order to live the best, long, healthy life I can. – Geofferey C.

You’re not alone.

A positive HIV diagnosis can be scary, but support is available to help you.

Check out these services for support and guidance.

Counseling & Testing

The RBJ Health Center is part of Austin Public Health and offers a variety of services, including counseling, education, and HIV testing and screening.

Prescription Assistance

If you need help getting and paying for your prescribed medications, there are local resources available to help.

Peer Support Groups

Any journey is easier when you’re supported by people who’ve made it themselves.

Take the first steps.

If you don’t have insurance or need financial help, we can help you get the treatment and care you need.

Step 1

See if you are eligible.

Step 2

Connect with a Ryan White provider.

Step 3

Get and follow your treatment plan.

Getting started starts right here.

If you don’t have insurance or need financial help, we can help you get the treatment and care you need.

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Testing positive for HIV is a life-changing experience, but it doesn’t have to be a life-ending one. When you’re ready to get treatment, we’ll be here to support you.