<s>[INST] Why should I get an HIV test? [/INST] Knowing your HIV status has two vital benefits. Firstly, if you are HIV-infected, you can start treatment promptly, thereby potentially prolonging your life for many years (see question 36). Secondly, if you know you are infected, you can take all the necessary precautions to prevent the spread of HIV to others (see question 13). If you are not infected with HIV, you can learn how to protect yourself from HIV in the future Source: UNAIDS. Link: https://www.unaids.org/en/frequently-asked-questions-about-hiv-and-aids. Field: Infectious Disease. Disease: HIV </s>