Lincoln County Public Health is partnering with Walgreens to provide free rapid HIV testing in Newport on June 27 for the nation’s largest National HIV Testing Day (NHTD) event.
No appointment required, results provided while you wait. HIV testing is quick and confidential.
Date: Saturday, June 27
Times: Testing will be held from 11am – 1:30pm and 2pm – 5pm
Location: Walgreens, 27 South Coast Highway, Newport, OR
No cost, testing is free!
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