Over 1/3 of HIV positive people are unaware they have the disease
The World Health Organisation says One third of people who are HIV positive are not aware that they are living with the disease.
436 new cases of HIV have been diagnosed in Ireland so far this year and Cork Sexual Health centre is offering free rapid HIV testing tomorrow, in conjunction with World AIDS day.
They are encouraging people who may have concerns to come and get tested.
Speaking to RedFM News Deirdre Seery from the Cork Sexual Health Centre says World AID day is an opportunity to show support for people living with HIV:
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