April 10th marks National Youth HIV/AIDS Day, and the Henry & Stark County Health Departments, along with First Choice Healthcare Clinics in Kewanee and Toulon, are highlighting their comprehensive HIV prevention services. The program offers confidential safe sex education, HIV testing, risk assessments, and access to both PrEP and PEP medications. Financial support is available, including full Medicaid coverage and state assistance for those uninsured or with private plans.
The First Choice Healthcare Clinic is offering residents access to a range of medical services in both Kewanee and Toulon. Patients seeking more details on available treatments, hours, or specific healthcare options can call the Kewanee location at 309-852-5272 or the Toulon office at 309-852-3115. Additional information, including online resources and recent health updates, can be found by visiting www.henrystarkhealth.com. For the latest news and community health tips, you can follow the Henry and Stark County Health Departments on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Stay connected for important local health updates.
The PrEP/HIV prevention grant includes and provides:
- Completely confidential and inclusive safe sex education, including how to reduce the risk of HIV transmission
- HIV testing for general screening or post-exposure to HIV
- Assessment of individual risk and potential need for PrEP or PEP treatment
- Counseling about PrEP and PEP treatment and necessary monitoring
- Prescribing prophylactic PrEP medication (Oral or Injectable) OR
- Prescribing PEP medication to reduce the risk of HIV after a possible exposure