HIV / AIDS Services
The Kings County Department of Public Health HIV/AIDS Program focuses on ending the HIV epidemic in Kings County. We understand that being diagnosed with HIV poses unique health and life challenges that require closer attention. We seek to address these challenges and provide HIV services, testing, and counseling in a client-centered, non-judgmental, and zero-stigma way
What We Do:
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Provide linkage to HIV services for those diagnosed with HIV.
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Conduct care case management through CARE program, where clients work one-on-one with a case manager to address their needs.
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Provide guidance on drug coverage applications for out-of-pocket costs of medications and health premiums for clients who qualify for ADAP - AIDS Drug Assistance Program. Click here for more information.
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Assist with HOPWA-Housing Opportunities for People With AIDS. Click here for more information.
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Partner Notification.
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Monitor, investigate, and report HIV cases.
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Provide HIV testing and counseling for those who wish to know their status.
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Serve as a resource for providers.
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Prevention of new infections, through harm reduction strategies offered.
Harm reduction services through weekly
Syringe Exchange Program - Tuesday 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm. Call (559) 584 - 1401 for more Information.
Resources
What is PrEP? Pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, is a way for people who do not have HIV but who are at substantial risk of getting it to prevent HIV infection by taking a pill every day.
More resources below:
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AltaMed PrEP
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Find a PrEP Provider
What is PEP?
PEP is the use of antiretroviral drugs after a single high-risk event to stop HIV seroconversion. Learn more here.
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PrEP - https://pleasepreme.org​
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​PEP - https://pleasepreme.org/pep/
Harm Reduction Services:
Kings County: Puts People First
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Please take time to listen to a participant's testimony.
