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Truth about oral sex and hiv - mixed messages received from a test counselor (TRANSMISSION VIA ORAL SEX, 2010)

I have been tested at 3 months, 6 months and a year all negative. I was told that I should test up until six months from a possible exposure. The year test was the start of yearly testing I want to begin as part of my routine exams. I also tested...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi Confused,Yes, there are many mixed messages out there regarding the HIV test window. Guidelines in parts of Australia advise that a six weeks test is conclusive. Other older guidelines claim six months are necessary for a definitive result. In... Read more »

To unreal to be real considering I'm a counselor. May you PLEASE help me?

I would like to start this with a thank you for helping us gain the knowledge of HIV/AIDS. I've read many questions that you have answered and they have all been very useful to me for I myself am a std/hiv counselor at my local health...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hello Gabe,Sometimes even counselors need counseling. First off, what's up with the "unprotected anal receptive sex??" Chances are, as a counselor, you've given the safer sex talk countless times. It's time you started... Read more »

HIV counselor and HIV!

Can you contract HIV if the HIV counselor that did the test is HIV+??I heard my counselor is HIV+ and he did the oraquick finger prick with a lancet. Would there be a risk if he pricked himself too at the same time? Or is that not humanly possible...

Response from Robert J. Frascino, M.D.

The Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation

Hi,Your fears are completely unwarranted. The only way you could have contracted HIV from that poz counselor would be to have had unsafe sex with him, OK?Thanks for the donation to the Robert James Frascino AIDS Foundation... Read more »

HIV counselor in San Jose?

Hi, thanks in advance for your help. Where can I find a counselor who specializes in people dealing with the fear of HIV during the window period? I live in San Jose, CA....

Response from Michael Shernoff, M.S.W.

Psychotherapist and Author

I suggest you call the local AIDS service organization. I do not know the name of this organization, but it should not be difficult for you to find. They will be able to refer you to good and well-trained mental health professionals.Michael... Read more »

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HIV Counselor and Tester Roxbury

Posted by Anonymous, 3 Replies

HIV Counselor and Tester
Provides pre and post test HIV counseling and testing, education and outreach services to on and off site treatment facilities, surrounding community and other CBO' institutions. Roxbury, Massachusetts

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HIV Counselor/Tester

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HIV Counselor and Tester

Provides pre and post test HIV counseling and testing, education and outreach services to on and off site treatment facilities, surrounding community, Outreach sites, and other CBO' institutions. Other duties as needed.

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Outreach Worker / HIV Counselor and Tester

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John XXIII AIDS Ministry
Outreach Worker / HIV Counselor and Tester in Salinas, California

The AACT Program (African-American Counseling and Testing) Coordinator will be in charge of identifying and HIV testing high-risk African-Americans. This... Read more »

Bilingual HIV Counselor/Tester Conn.

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Hispanic Health Council, Inc.
Bilingual HIV Counselor/Tester
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Provides ongoing risk reduction behavioral change counseling and testing to farm workers and others that may have been exposed to HIV and STDs. Conducts presentations, HIV... Read more »

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