AIDS/HIV
COUNSELING AND TESTING
HIV
counseling and testing are provided at all HDHHS
health centers. Education and information about
HIV infection are provided through direct service and a
hotline. Other services include case management for HIV
infected women, children and/or families and community
outreach to injecting drug users.
The Quarterly HIV/AIDS Update - HIV/AIDS: Houston/Harris
County Cases, updated 4 times a year - current version (PDF)
Sexually
Transmitted Diseases (STD) - examination, treatment and
follow-up for sexually transmitted diseases including
syphilis, gonorrhea, chancroid, LGV, genital herpes,
chlamydia and a variety of vaginal infections are offered
at six city health centers. 713.794.9251
Immunizations -
Immunizations for infants, children and adults are offered
at all HDHHS health centers and at 40 community sites throughout
the city. Many sites have weekend and/or evening hours. For
a schedule and location near you, call 713.794.9267.
This site contains HIV prevention messages
that may not be appropriate for all audiences. Since
HIV is spread primarily through sexual practices or by sharing
needles, prevention messages on this site may address these
topics.
HIV prevention materials funded by the Centers
for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) must be approved by
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such information or may be offended by such materials, please
exit this website.