It’s here! Free HIV testing at One Magical Weekend!
It’s here! Free HIV testing at One Magical Weekend! I get it, you don’t think “HIV testing” is exciting. Impulse Group Orlando is leading the effort for 2019! In other words, its not just testing – its an experience! No spoilers here so let’s just say its an “Oasis” from our hot Orlando sun. During One Magical Weekend check out their experience here:
Sheraton Lake Buena Vista Resort
12205 S Apopka Vineland Rd, Orlando, Florida 32836
Find Impulse in the Valencia Room!
Friday – 12pm – 7pm
Saturday – 12pm – 7pm
Stay connected – follow Impulse on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Use #RSPD #OneMagicalWeekend #ImpulseGroup
Impulse Group Orlando is proud to be a part of One Magical Weekend 2019! Come check us out all weekend long for fun swag, free testing, and a lounge to Nourish, Hydrate, Relax and Renew.
– David Rodriguez, President of Impulse Group Orlando
Take Charge of Your Health
You take charge at work; at the club; at the pool party! (Fan crack!) Therefore, its time to take charge of your health! Take charge and enjoy free HIV testing at One Magical Weekend! Then get tested for HIV and other STDs regularly. First, ask your doctor and make sure your being testing for HIV and STDs routinely. Second, be honest about your sexual history. Plus you can magically find free HIV testing locations through out the country on the CDC Get Tested Website.
HIV Prevention Your Way
Free HIV testing at One Magical Weekend…but what about the rest of the year?
Did you know about all the options to help prevent HIV? Read on to find out what works best for you!
Undetectable Equals Untransmittable was created by The Prevention Access Campaign to educate people about science that has been around for years. Studies show that if someone is HIV+, takes their medication regularly and achieves an undetectable viral load for over 6 months, that they cannot transmit the virus. To clarify, the CDC states “(undetectable individuals) have effectively no risk of sexually transmitting the virus to an HIV-negative partner”. #UequalsU #ScienceNotStigma
PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) – PrEP is a medical regimen that includes routine doctor visits, labs and taking 1 pill once a day to prevent HIV. When taken daily, data shows that its over 90% effective at reducing HIV transmission. There are many was to get PrEP. Your doctor/healthcare provider and many nonprofits are now offering it. Check out Please PrEP Me to find the option closest to you.
Condoms – Using condoms with both of the above HIV prevention strategies is recommended. In addition, condoms also help prevent STIs. Now there is even an internal condom option! Click here for condom information and how to use them. Grab a handful when you enjoy the free HIV testing at One Magical Weekend!
Other Ways – Plus there are a million other ways to have a great time sexually AND prevent HIV. In other words, let your mind run wild with this one. For example, there’s heavy petting, role play, mutual masturbation, abstinence, massage, rope – the only thing that limits you is your imagination! Above all, have a healthy conversation about sexual boundaries, safe sex practices and consent!
No matter which way you do it, JUST DO IT! Still not sure? Then ask one of the amazing people at Impulse and they’ll be happy to help!
Wishing everyone a fabulous and sexy One Magical Weekend!
Sam Graper,
Community Relations Manager,
Orlando Immunology Center
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