Living with HIV in the Philippines: Email 43: Where to Get FREE ARV's

"Hi Pozziepinoy,

Just got checked today for HIV test and I'm reactive... I just want to ask where can I get free ARV meds soon after my baseline exam and if by any chance I need to take them...thanks buddy..looking forward for your response...

Message me at XXX....

God bless you.

POZZIEPINOY'S REPLY

Hi XXX,

Thanks for your email.

Ok, now that you are HIV positive, you need to finish all your baseline tests either in a hospital of your choice or in the HIV/AIDS Treatment Hub nearest you. All the ARV's are FREE in the treatment hubs but some private hubs have handling fees.

Below are the links that you can read:

1. Treatment Hubs

2. How To Go TO RITM-ARG

3. Directions To PGH-SAGIP

4. Treatment Timeline

5. What To do When You Find Out That You're A Pozzie

6. Get Help fast

7. Medicines Are Free

8. Things To Do While Waiting

9. Be Ready Always

10. The Medical City's I-React

Good luck.