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Canada Expands Free HIV Testing | Toronto News
Canada’s free HIV self-testing program is going big—starting Thursday, anyone can order free kits, including a new oral swab option approved by Health Canada, with no out-of-pocket cost. Launched by St. Michael’s Hospital’s “I’m Ready” initiative, it’s designed to reach remote and underserved communities, offering not just tests but direct links to virtual sexual health clinicians for prevention and care. Since 2021, over 38,000 tests have been distributed, helping more than 16,000 people—many for the first time. The program prioritizes vulnerable groups like Black, Indigenous, and…
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