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April 23, 2024

April free HIV and STI testing hosted by the Spectrum Center

Submitted by Kirsten Ajax

Kansas State University's Spectrum Center in the Department of Student Belonging and Inclusion is partnering with Positive Connections to provide HIV/STI testing to the Manhattan campus. Testing can be accessed through the K-State Student Union ground entrance to the Morris Family Multicultural Student Center from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 24.

Testing is confidential and provided by licensed testing specialists. All students, faculty and staff are encouraged to get tested.

Walk-ins are welcome, or you can register for testing by emailing lgbt@k-state.edu.

Positive Connections provides comprehensive medical case management and prevention services to 17 counties in northeast Kansas, including Shawnee and Riley counties. Its medical case managers serve nearly 180 clients living with HIV by providing assistance and advocacy to help them communicate with their doctors, obtain medication and adhere to treatment regimens. Positive Connections' prevention services include rapid HIV testing, sexual health education programs, outreach to high-risk populations and condom distribution.