Office of HIV/AIDS & Viral Hepatitis

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HIV Testing in Pregnancy

HIV Testing in Pregnancy En Español
The evolution and management of HIV disease has changed over the years, as has public perception, to mirror many chronic diseases. As such, CDC and other experts recommend that HIV testing and screening be included as a routine test, particularly during pregnancy. Therefore, Rhode Island has revised its laws and regulations to consider HIV testing as a routine test.