HIV/AIDS PROGRAM

HIV/AIDS has become a significant health problem in Duplin County. HIV goes hand and hand with other social problems such as drug abuse, STD, teen pregnancy, and poverty. The HIV/AIDS Program offers HIV testing to the community, educational outreach to any group, services and support to those living with HIV/AIDS.

• FREE: Confidential HIV Testing by appointment (Monday - Friday 8 am - 5:00 pm)
• FREE: Educational Programs available to any community group.

Statistics for Duplin County:

• Total number HIV cases: 11 in the year 2001 / 8 in the year 2002
• Total number AIDS cases: 5 in the year 2002
• Duplin County ranks 26th in the state for HIV cases

For information about any of these services call 296-2130. For additional information on HIV/AIDS please visit the Center For Disease Control Web Site.