amfAR Quiz

A. About half of people living with HIV who are 13-24 are unaware they have acquired the virus. Knowing your status is important—if you are diagnosed HIV-positive, you may immediately start treatment and stabilize your health. Source: CDC

C. Compared to 2018, the annual number of new HIV acquisitions in this age group in 2022 actually decreased by 30%. Source: HIV.gov

False. The FDA has approved PrEP for adolescents at risk for HIV weighing at least 77 lbs. Source: CDC

False. Only 25 states and the District of Columbia mandate both sex education and HIV education. When sex education is taught, 29 states require schools to emphasize abstinence. 19 states require instruction on condoms or contraception when sex education or HIV/STI instruction is provided. Source: Guttmacher (2023)

B. Condom use among sexually active high school students decreased from 59% in 2013 to 52% in 2023. Source: CDC’s Youth Risk Behavior Survey: Data Summary & Trends Report, 2013–2023

B. While 9% of LGBTQ+ students have tested for HIV, 6% of cisgender and heterosexual students have tested. Source: Youth Risk Behavior Survey: Data Summary & Trends Report, 2013–2023

D. People in this age group often lack basic information about HIV and how to protect themselves from the virus. High rates of sexually transmitted diseases, low rates of condom use, and alcohol or drug use are all factors that increase the risk of acquiring HIV. Source: HIV.gov’s HIV and Adolescents and Young Adults Fact Sheet

C. 37%. This percentage was the lowest compared to the four other age groups: Millennials (49%); Gen-X (61%); Baby Boomers (52%); and the Silent Generation (39%). Source: GLAAD’s HIV Stigma Report 2024

False. PEP, or post-exposure prophylaxis, is a medicine that can reduce your chance of acquiring HIV after possible exposure. PEP must be started within 72 hours after you may have been exposed. Talk to your health provider, an emergency room doctor, or urgent care provider right away if you think you may have been exposed. Source: CDC

C. In addition, one state prohibits instruction on gender identity, gender expression or sexual orientation. However, 14 states and D.C. mandate inclusive content with regard to sexual orientation. Source: Guttmacher (2023)