Women's HIV Awareness Day free testing March 12


February 26, 2013 · 3:29 AM

EVERETT — In honor of National Women and Girls HIV Awareness Day, all women ages 14 years and older who have had any risk for HIV transmission qualify for free, rapid HIV testing on March 12. The test involves a simple pinprick to the finger, resulting in a tiny drop of blood, and only takes 30 minutes, including results.

No appointment is necessary. Just stop by between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, at Snohomish Health District Suite 106, located at 3020 Rucker Ave. in Everett. For more information, call 425-339-5298 or visit www.womenshealth.gov.

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