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HIV Tests Are Essential to Staying HIV-Negative
People don't just get HIV tests when they’re worried they've been exposed; these tests are also essential for those who don’t have HIV and want to remain HIV-negative. For example, in order to get on PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis), you have to first test negative and then have regular follow-up testing to confirm the treatment is still working.