The Quezon City Government, through the QC Health Department (QCHD), has launched the SelfTestXpress Free HIV Self-Testing Kit, which aims to make HIV testing more accessible, combatting stigma, and increasing the number of individuals informed about their status.

Under the program, QCitizens can now request free HIV test kits delivered directly to their homes. With the free, confidential, accurate and easy-to-use kits, this allows the QCitizens to take the test on their own. 

Provided by the Global Fund-PROTECTS UPSCALE and EpiC Philippines as part of the QCHD STI, HIV and AIDS Program, the testing kits contain the materials needed to administer the test, including the instructional guides, specimen dropper, buffer, lancet, alcohol pads, band aid and the test itself. 

For the step-by-step process, check out the “How to Avail Free HIV Self-Test Kit” guide. Test takers are highly encouraged to provide feedback on their experience using the HIV Self-Testing Kit and its outcome.

Apart from the self-test Xpress HIV testing kits, interested QCitizens may also refer to the list of QC Social Hygiene and Sundown Clinics for free, safe, and confidential HIV and STI testing.  

This initiative is part of the city’s Zero at 2030 campaign, promoting early HIV and STI prevention, detection, and treatment.

For more HIV-related information and concerns, kindly follow and message the official Facebook page of Quezon City Service Delivery Network +. QCitizens may also reach out to the Quezon City Epidemiology & Surveillance Division Official (QCESD) Facebook page.