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==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ==Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs/STDs)== | ||
'''Important Notes - Learn about PEP and PrEP:''' If you think that you've been recently exposed to HIV (i.e. within 72 hours), seek out PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a month-long treatment to prevent HIV infection after exposure, and it may be available in your city. Take PEP as soon as possible. For more information, click [https://www.aids.gov/hiv-aids-basics/prevention/reduce-your-risk/post-exposure-prophylaxis/ here]. If you are at risk of HIV exposure, seek out PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a daily oral pill that can prevent HIV infection before exposure. To learn more about PrEP, click [http://www.whatisprep.org/ here]. | '''Important Notes - Learn about PEP and PrEP:''' If you think that you've been recently exposed to HIV (i.e. within 72 hours), seek out PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a month-long treatment to prevent HIV infection after exposure, and it may be available in your city. Take PEP as soon as possible. For more information, click [https://www.aids.gov/hiv-aids-basics/prevention/reduce-your-risk/post-exposure-prophylaxis/ here] or visit the "Medications" section below. If you are at risk of HIV exposure, seek out PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis). It's a daily oral pill that can prevent HIV infection before exposure. To learn more about PrEP, click [http://www.whatisprep.org/ here]. | ||
===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ===Laws & Social Stigmas=== | ||
In | In Norway, there are no legal restrictions related to people with HIV/AIDS. This means that, if you're not Norwegian, you can legally visit the country, regardless of your HIV status. You will not be asked for your medical records or information about your HIV status upon entry into the country. | ||
It's important to note that, if you want to stay in the country for more than three months, you will probably be offered the option to take a tuberculosis test and an HIV test. However, you can decide to stay in Norway for an extended period of time and apply for residency, regardless of HIV status. Furthermore, if you're a foreigner who is found to be HIV positive, you will not be penalized or deported based on your HIV status. You can also import antiretroviral medications for personal use.<ref>[http://hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?PageId=143&CountryId=137 NORWAY - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref> | It's important to note that, if you want to stay in the country for more than three months, you will probably be offered the option to take a tuberculosis test and an HIV test. However, you can decide to stay in Norway for an extended period of time and apply for residency, regardless of HIV status. Furthermore, if you're a foreigner who is found to be HIV positive, you will not be penalized or deported based on your HIV status. You can also import antiretroviral medications for personal use.<ref>[http://hivtravel.org/Default.aspx?PageId=143&CountryId=137 NORWAY - REGULATIONS ON ENTRY, STAY AND RESIDENCE FOR PLHIV]</ref> | ||
===Testing Facilities=== | ===Testing Facilities=== | ||
* The Olafia Clinic: "We are a specialist centre offering FREE testing, treatment and advice regarding prevention of sexually transmitted Infections (STIs)." For specialized services for men who have sex with men (MSM), call 912 40 312 to book an appointment from Tuesday to Friday between 12.30 pm – 3 pm. For specialized services for women who have sex with women (WSW), call 416 44 256 on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 11 am and 11.30 am. You can also SMS them and they'll get back to you. Address: Trondheimsveien 2 (building N in the old ”Schous brewery”). To get there, take bus number 30, 31 or tram 17 to Heimdalsgata OR tram number 11, 12 or 13 to Nybrua. | |||
===Support=== | ===Support=== | ||