Austin HIV
Austin Public Health's HIV Prevention program offers free confidential and anonymous counseling and testing for HIV, for those who are not experiencing symptoms.
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Knowing your status is one of the best ways to prevent HIV
Getting tested is the most important thing you can do for yourself and for others to prevent HIV. Knowing your status empowers you to make informed decisions.
Here you can find more about HIV, Prevention, and other available services.
Red Ribbon Testing & Outreach
Austin Public Health's HIV Prevention program offers free confidential counseling and testing for HIV, for those who are not experiencing symptoms.
Express Testing Program
The Red Ribbon program offers a free express testing service (20 minutes) by walk-in . Call 512-972-5430 to schedule an appointment. Rapid HIV tests, as well as tests for Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and Syphilis tests are given. The counselor can discuss techniques to help reduce the risk of potential exposures, condom negotiation with partners, and future testing recommendations.
Mobile HIV Testing
Program services are under development.
Condom Distribution
Condom distribution locations include neighborhood centers, barber shops, liquor stores, bars, and other easily accessible local establishments.
More Resources
- Austin-Travis County Fast-Track Cities
Fast-Track Cities is a global partnership with the goal of ending urban HIV epidemics by getting to zero new HIV infections, zero AIDS-related deaths, and zero HIV-related stigma.
- Austin HIV Planning Council
Comprised of passionate individuals, the Austin HIV Planning Council prioritizes essential services for those living with and impacted by HIV. Their core mission is to ensure the Austin community receives the highest quality of care.
- Service Providers
Identify local healthcare providers that can assist with HIV prevention and treatment.
HIPAA Compliance
Austin Public Health complies with all federal and state laws that pertain to any aspect of the clinical practices or business procedures of the Department. In particular, privacy and security rules relating to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), along with related state laws, are integral to matters of privacy, medical records, the confidentiality of communications, and other topics addressed throughout these policies and procedures.
Equal Opportunity: We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, income status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in any programs or activities.