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Approximately 9,000 people utilize our services each year
In 2006, the association Projecte dels NOMS-Hispanosida created BCN Checkpoint, the first European community center for HIV and other sexually transmitted infection (STI) detection aimed at gay men and other men who have sex with transgender individuals. Its purpose was to address the impact of HIV and promote sexual health. In 2017, the same organization established BCN PrEP Point, a project specializing in HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis.
Since its inception, BCN Checkpoint has maintained a close collaboration with the Fight Infections Foundation. This relationship has allowed both entities to cooperate on various research projects over the years and combine efforts to provide a wide range of services.
Currently, the center is a collaborative project involving Projecte dels NOMS-Hispanosida, the Fight Infections Foundation, the Germans Trias i Pujol University Hospital, and the Catalan Institute of Health (ICS).
Approximately 9,000 people utilize our services each year
The center pioneered the introduction of HIV testing in non-clinical settings
Recognized by the WHO, UNAIDS, and the ECDC as a reference center in Europe
At BCN Checkpoint, we offer rapid, confidential, and free HIV detection tests. The procedure is as simple as a painless finger prick, and results are provided in just 20 minutes.
BCN Checkpoint provides a free and confidential hepatitis A and B vaccination program. Free vaccination for human papillomavirus (HPV) is also available for individuals aged 26 and under with the Catalan health card (CatSalut).
The center offers PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis), a tool for HIV prevention.
Currently, BCN Checkpoint is the first center in Spain with 3,000 users receiving PrEP.
Checkpoint offers a psychological support program for individuals going through challenging situations. This service takes place in a safe and trusting environment with the support of a professional team consisting of two psychologists and a psychiatrist.
Additionally, a specialized program for ChemSex support is available within this service.
The medical team at BCN Checkpoint can also diagnose and treat other sexually transmitted infections (STIs):
· Rapid syphilis testing
· Chlamydia detection and treatment
· Gonorrhea detection and treatment
· Hepatitis C detection
· Counselling and support services for individuals affected by HIV
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