KOSI.MA, the competence center for sexually transmitted infections in Mannheim, is an offer for all citizens who have questions about the subject of HIV / AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Questions we can offer support with could be:
- How can I protect myself from sexually transmitted infections such as HIV, chlamydia, syphilis or hepatitis?
- Did I have a risk situation during sex?
- I am HIV positive - what happens next?
- Who should I tell about my infection?
- Will my relationships be affected by my infection?
You can reach us via phone (except on public holidays) on:
Tuesdays 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Wednesdays 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m.
No matter what sexual orientation or identity - you are welcome!
MPOX
Vaccines for MPOX are available in Mannheim and the surrounding areas. You can find information about MPX, symptoms, prevention and therapy on this page by IWWIT or contact us for free counseling.
Checkpoint
If you suspect having been exposed to a risk of infection, you can be tested at the checkpoint. We offer a detailed and non-judgemental consultation before getting tested which promotes a more conscious health behavior. The consultation and testing is confidential. You have to make an appointment for the checkpoint.
Next dates
26.11.2025, 06:00-07:30 pm / please book an appointment online on November 19th from 03:30 pm or later
29.11.2025, 01:00-02:30 pm / please book an apppointment online on November 19th from 03:30 pm or later
03.12.2025, 06:00-07:30 pm / please book an apppointment online on November 26th from 03:30 pm or later
Please book an appointment via: https://www.kosima-mannheim.de/checkpoint/termine
Please note that appointments can't be made any earlier than one week before the Checkpoint date.
1. Before the checkpoint:
- Make an appointment online
- Fill out our anonymous survey
- Come to your appointment in time. If you are late, the appointment might have to be canceled
- If you show symptoms of a cold, please cancel / postpone the appointment
2. During the checkpoint:
- Check-in and check-out at the reception
- You can discuss questions and the best testing strategy with our counselors in private
3. After the checkpoint:
- The test results for the checkpoints up to July 16th can be called up here using the consultation code: Test results
The test results for the checkpoints from July 23th and later can be called up here using the consultation code: Test results
If you have any questions, you can reach us by telephone.
Here you can find a selection of other test options in the Rhine-Neckar region.
Information about HIV/AIDS and STIs
You can find information about HIV and STIs in multiple languages under the following links:
Deutsche Aidshilfe (German & English)
Zanzu (German, Dutch, English, French, Russian, Turkish, Arabic, Farsi, Bulgarian, Polish, Romanian, Spanish and Albanian)
Note: If you have a Gmail or Googlemail address, our emails will likely end up in your spam folder. This is due to algorithms of the email providers which is why we cannot change this error at the moment. Please check your spam folder for our answer if you have a Gmail or Googlemail address.