HIV Prevention
HIV Prevention
The Alivio en ROJO project was created specifically to help educate the community on HIV but most importantly to end the stigma behind it. Through fostering education, awareness, and compassion with community outreach, public campaigns, and providing accessible health care services, the Alivio en ROJO team effectively challenges misconceptions against those living with HIV.
What is HIV?
The acronym HIV stands for Human Immunodeficiency Virus. HIV weakens people’s immune systems by destroying important cells that fight disease and infection.
- Monday:
- 11:00am – 5:00pm at Morgan
- Tuesday:
- 9:00am – 4:00pm at Morgan
- Wednesday:
- By Appointment Only
- Thursday:
- 9:00am – 2:00pm at Mexican Consulate
- Friday
- 9:00am – 4:00pm at Morgan
- Morgan: 966 W. 21st Street
- Mexican Consulate: 204 S. Ashland Ave
Does HIV have a cure?
Currently, there is no effective cure for HIV infection. However, with proper medical care, it can be controlled.
The Alivio en ROJO on-site and mobile based program offers:
- Rapid HIV Screenings
- Counseling to help community members recognize virus risks and preventative measures
- Antireviral Therapy (ART)
- Community Outreach Events
- PrEP (pre-exposure prophylaxis) Services
- PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis)
View or download our flyer (pdf) for more information on Alivio en ROJO services.