Take A Minute (St. Pete)

Take A Minute St. Pete

In Pinellas County

42% of new HIV diagnoses* were among the Black & African-American community. 33701, 33705, 33711, 33712, & 33713 are zip codes seeing the highest rate of new infections in St. Petersburg.

In Pinellas County

42% of new HIV diagnoses* were among the Black & African-American community. 33701, 33705, 33711, 33712, & 33713 are zip codes seeing the highest rate of new infections in St. Petersburg.

57%

of female HIV diagnoses were Black women

96%

contracted it from a heterosexual encounter

49%

were over the age of 40 when diagnosed

And according to the CDC, if current trends continue, 1 in 2 Black men who sleep with men could contract HIV in their lifetime.

FAQs About HIV and STIs

Is HIV Treatable?

Yes! Individuals living with HIV can get to “undetectable,” which means the amount of virus in the body is so low it can’t be detected, and the chance of transmission to others decreases significantly.

Is HIV Preventable?

Yes, PrEP is a daily pill that is 99% effective in preventing HIV and may be available to you at little to no cost.

Where can I get a FREE HIV test?

METRO provides free rapid HIV testing 5 days a week, on some weekends and in the community. Learn more and find a testing location here.

Does METRO do STI (STD) testing?

Yes! METRO provides full STI panel results in 90 minutes or less. STIs including Gonorrhea, Syphilis and Hepatitis C are also on the rise.

How much do METRO services cost?

HIV and HEP C testing are always free. METRO accepts most insurances and has sliding fee and cost assistance programs for STI (STD) testing and other primary medical care services.

Does METRO only serve the LGBTQ+ community?

Heck no! For over 27 years, we have proudly served all segments of our community and have one of the most diverse staffs in Tampa Bay. All are welcome. Including you!

Take a Minute for an HIV Test

Rapid testing results only takes about a minute. Testing is always free, confidential and discreet and there may be incentives available with your test at these locations. This page is updated the first of every month.