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HIV & AIDSThree New Sites to Collect Unused MedicationsCCHS' Environmental Health Division recently opened three additional disposal sites where unused prescription drugs can be dropped off: the Sheriff's Substation at CCRMC; the Sheriff's Field Operations Building; and Walnut Creek City Hall. The disposal program offers an environmentally friendly way to dispose of old medicines rather than flushing them down a toilet or pouring them down a drain where they can pass through wastewater treatment plants and end up in the Bay or in a municipal water supply. Addresses and hours of operation for all five disposal locations are available at http://www.cchealth.org/groups/eh/faqs/faqs_medical.php. The AIDS Program offers care and support services for people with HIV/AIDS and education and prevention services for those at risk for HIV. We also offer HIV testing services via a mobile van at scheduled locations in the community. A variety of care services are available for people with HIV or AIDS. In addition to nurse case management services for eligible individuals, we coordinate and offer referrals to a network of support services including: access to clinic-based social workers and HIV early intervention services; certification for enrollment in the AIDS Drug Assistance Program; referrals to community-based (medical) case management services; access to mental health or substance abuse services; help with accessing housing services; non-criminal legal services; and other practical support such as food and transportation assistance, and other emergency assistance. Anonymous partner notification services as well as enhanced risk reduction services for HIV positive individuals are also available. The AIDS Program also coordinates a network of HIV prevention services geared to help HIV-negative individuals remain negative. These services include targeted prevention outreach services, one-to-one prevention case management services, support groups and workshops, and access to HIV testing. Services are designed to support individuals in making healthy choices to reduce the risk for transmission of HIV. Some services coordinated by the program are provided by community-based organizations. Links
Content provided by Contra Costa County AIDS Program of Contra Costa Public Health Division.
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