Callen-Lorde hosts National HIV Testing Day festivities in Union Square - Callen-Lorde

Callen-Lorde hosts National HIV Testing Day festivities in Union Square

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Callen-Lorde commemorated National HIV Testing Day on Tuesday, June 25 in partnership with New York Knows and Gilead HIV in Union Square. The event aims to raise awareness of available HIV testing and help the public understand that when patients get treatment and become undetectable, they can no longer transmit the virus to others, slowing the spread of the disease.

This year’s fair was our biggest yet and featured 22 testing sites, which screened around 150 patients for HIV specifically, and 50 tabling booths promoting their services. Our Mobile Medical Unit was up and running, alongside a booth staffed by our outreach team, and Callen-Lorde was proud to offer HIV/STI screening and treatment, mpox and COVID vaccines, and plenty of swag for anyone who wanted, free of charge.

Patrick McGovern in a blue suit speaking to Brita Filter who has blonde hair and a hot pink dress

Patrick McGovern and Brita Filter

The event was hosted by Brita Filter and DJ’d by Bright Light Bright Light and showcased performances by Cheer NYC and COBRA Performing Arts.

Dancers from COBRA performing in black and white outfits

COBRA Performing Arts

Check out our Flickr for more photos!