Myths & Facts

 If you HIV it is because you have done something wrong.  

HIV can affect anyone, no matter what their sex, age, culture, religious beliefs, or background. There are children, policemen, politicians, doctors, housewives and people from all other walks of life who have HIV.

Where Can I Go For A Test?

You can book an appointment for a test at your local hospital’s GUM (Genito-Urinary Medicine) clinic or your local sexual health centre. Some clinics also offer a ‘drop in service’ where appointments are not necessary.

National:

To find out where you can test, you can call the National AIDS & Sexual Health Line: free phone 0800 567 123

You can find your nearest GUM clinic at www.bashh.org/directory.htm

Or through the NHS Gateway at www.nhs.uk

Although we are not responsible for the content on these sites, they are updated regularly and should provide all the correct information.

Birmingham:

ABplus

1 Hour HIV Testing - Tuesdays 2 - 5pm

29 Lower Essex Street, Birmingham, B5 6SN (Click For Map)

Telephone: 0121 622 6471

 

'FasTest' - Birmingham

No appointment necessary.

Results available in just one hour.

For more information, please call Terence Higgins Trust West Midlands: 0121 694 6440

 

Heart of England Foundation Trust

  • A free confidential service
  • Free testing & treatment for Chlamydia and other sexually transmitted infections.
  • Free testing for HIV
  • Free sexual health advice
  • Free condoms

We are based at:

Birmingham Chest Clinic, Great Charles Street, City Centre
Every Wednesday 09:30- 17:00

Hawthorn House, Heart of England NHS Foundation Trust, Bordesley Green, Birmingham
Mon-Fri

For an appointment please telephone:

0121 424 2456 or 0121 424 3300