GoTo Telemed Launches Comprehensive HIV Counseling Program

KALISPELL, Mont. - June 18, 2026 - PRLog -- GoTo Telemed, the nation's leading integrated telehealth ecosystem serving over 10 million patients nationwide, today announced the launch of its dedicated HIV Counseling Program – a comprehensive virtual initiative providing evidence‑based pre‑test and post‑test counseling, prevention education, and seamless linkage to care through its secure, HIPAA‑compliant platform. The program is delivered by a network of trained HIV counselors, nurse practitioners, and infectious disease specialists.

Despite significant advances in HIV prevention and treatment, an estimated 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV, and approximately 13% remain unaware of their status. About 40% of new HIV infections are transmitted by people who are unaware they have HIV. The CDC recommends that all patients between the ages of 13 and 64 get tested for HIV at least once as part of routine health care, with annual screening for those with ongoing risk factors. Yet stigma, fear, and limited access to specialized counseling remain significant barriers.

"HIV counseling is not just about delivering a test result – it's about creating a safe, confidential space where individuals can understand their risk, make informed decisions, and access the care and prevention tools they need," said a GoTo Telemed spokesperson. "Our HIV Counseling Program delivers the full spectrum of evidence‑based counseling through telehealth, eliminating geographic barriers and the fear of stigma that too often prevents people from seeking services."

Comprehensive HIV Counseling Services

The program integrates multiple evidence‑based components into a unified virtual platform:

Service Component Description
Pre‑Test Counseling Virtual sessions providing education on HIV transmission, risk assessment, and testing options. Counselors discuss what a reactive or non‑reactive result would mean and obtain informed consent, with testing remaining voluntary and patients retaining the right to decline.

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GoTo Telemed Media Relations
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