Health officials are reminding people of the importance of knowing their HIV status and getting tested for sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections.
The Horizon Health Network says there has been a 175 per cent increase in reported HIV cases in the Fredericton and Oromocto areas.
So far this year, these areas account for 69 per cent of new HIV cases in New Brunswick.
The #Fredericton and #Oromocto areas have the fastest growing rates of #HIV cases in #NB. Know your status and get tested by calling Tele-Care 811.
— Horizon Health (@HorizonHealthNB) September 14, 2018
Horizon says sexually transmitted and blood-borne infections can be found through simple blood work or a urine test.
You can book a test by calling Tele-Care 811.
Officials say you can protect yourself and reduce your risk of contracting HIV by using a condom.
DYK infections such as #HIV, #Syphilis and #Hepatitis can be found through simple blood work? Know your status and get tested. Call Tele-Care 811 to book an appointment. #sexualhealth #STBBI pic.twitter.com/PbooauesGL
— Horizon Health (@HorizonHealthNB) September 14, 2018
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