If you had unprotected sex with someone who has or you’re worried could have HIV, contact your local sexual health service immediately for advice and an appointment as this needs specialist assessment. If you need advice when your local sexual health service is closed, go to your local A&E. Virgin Care runs help and advice in its services 24/7 Monday to Friday. Weekend cover varies by service area.

It’s not possible to 100% confirm whether you’ve been infected with HIV until you test three months from the last time you had unprotected sex.