Callers come from a wide background and all age groups.
Often calls are from people who either have had or are contemplating a particular sexual activity, and need to check out if they have put themselves at risk from any infection. We can discuss whether or not they might want an HIV test or testing for other STDs, and, if so, where are the best testing centres in Victoria. Our counsellors are also trained to develop calls into other areas such as sexuality, relationships and emotional stress, if callers wish. We also get many calls to Aidsline from family and other loved ones of people with HIV, as well as from people with the virus themselves. Often family and loved ones feel particularly isolated and unable to access HIV support facilities.