HIV Testing Center - North Dallas, TX

HIV Statistics, Info and Facts (North Dallas & Dallas)

• HIV, human immunodeficiency virus, is the virus that causes AIDS.
• Having an STD increases transmission of HIV by 200%-500%.
• STD treatment reduces an individual's ability to transmit HIV.
• 13,500 people are living with HIV in Dallas County.
• New cases among people ages 13 to 24 have tripled over the last five years.

How confidential is Any Lab Test Now®?

Any Lab Test Now®(North Dallas) does not ask for identification. Customers choose which method to receive their lab test results (U.S. Mail, Fax, Pick Up). Your results are not given to your physician and not included on your medical record. However, customers may provide the results to their phyisican if desired. Our employees are trained on HIPAA regulations and compliance.

Is HIV infection in North Dallas and/or Dallas common?

Dallas County had the highest HIV prevalence in Texas in 2007 year as well as in 2006. This increase is despite less cases being reported. This is a 35% increase in the number of HIV-positive people over the last five years.

Can HIV be spread from kissing?

Medical research has shown hiv is not transmitted by kissing, cuddling or other similar physical contact.

What is the HIV prevalence among race & gender?

State officials have noted the alarming increase in the HIV rate among minorities over the past five years. AIDS is the leading cause of death among African-American women ages 25-44.

• High-risk heterosexual contact was the source of 80% of these newly diagnosed infections
• Women accounted for approximately 26% of HIV cases in North Dallas & Dallas.
• Men accounted for approximately 74% of HIV cases in North Dallas & Dallas.

Is it likely to contract HIV from sleeping with someone once?

Contracting HIV only occurs once. Therefore, it is just as easy to contract HIV the first time as the 100th time.