Dr. Sean Rourke spoke with The Lethbridge Herald about the latest Healthbox launch in the Piikani Nation in Alberta. The free vending machines contain HIV self-tests, drug testing strips, pregnancy tests and socks and mittens.

“This offers an opportunity for people to come and have a low barrier way of getting things they need to take care of themselves, when it’s best for them and also to get it without judgement and stigma,” said Dr. Rourke.

This is Alberta’s second Healthbox, with the other one located in Siksika.