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The University of California, San Diego will commemorate World AIDS Day 2024 from December 1st to December 6th, with events that highlight the impact of HIV/AIDS on the San Diego community, the nation, and the world. Our programs will also focus on raising awareness about HIV prevention and promoting resources for ongoing support and education.

About World AIDS Day

World AIDS Day began globally on December 1, 1988, to raise funds, increase awareness, fight prejudice, and promote education related to HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment. Since then, the event has grown and is honored by governments, schools, businesses, and individuals around the world. At UC San Diego, the goal of World AIDS Day programming is to provide a forum for reflection, education, and action. We hope to engage our community in an ongoing dialogue that encourages each individual to be educated and take action to stop AIDS.

World AIDS Day 2024 Event

Free HIV Rapid Testing and Resource Fair
Tuesday, December 3, 10am–2pm, Student Health Services–Murray's Place

We invite you to stop by Murrays Place, located on the 2nd floor of Student Health Services, for free and confidential HIV Testing. Get tested and attend the resource fair to snag one of the first 80 free boba drinks available!
  • Type of test being offered: OraQuick Rapid HIV test performed by Family Health Centers of San Diego
  • Collection Method: Blood via finger prick; further bloodwork is only required if results come back preliminary positive
  • Expected waiting period: Overall, the time from paperwork to testing is approximately 45 minutes, and the actual results develop in 20 minutes. This may vary depending on the number of students waiting to be tested.

Reduced Cost STI Testing at Student Health Services
Monday, December 2 through Friday, December 6

Free HIV testing is also available all week at Student Health Services!  Schedule an appointment with the lab for Self-Directed STI Testing and add on STI testing for $10- $30 this week only – regularly $60 to $205 without UC SHIP or RAFT.

Walk-in lab appointments will be available during the World AIDS Day Resource Fair on December 3rd from 10am–2pm by visiting the Student Health Services table.

Testing Options:

  • Urine Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Testing: $20
  • Syphilis Testing: $10
  • HIV Testing: Free of charge

For more details about HIV testing at Student Health Services, visit the Student Health Services HIV Testing page. If you're experiencing symptoms or have concerns about anal or oral exposure, ⁠schedule an appointment with your provider or find out if you qualify for free at-home testing through TakeMeHome.org's free at-home testing program.

World AIDS Day Resources

HIV/AIDS Resources