HIV Prevention Program Houston Health Department
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Description of the Organization The Houston Health Department HIV Prevention Program Mobile Education and Outreach Testing Unit has been operating in Houston and eight surrounding counties for two years. The goal of the unit is to prevent the spread of HIV and sexually transmitted diseases through education and testing. More than 5,000 clients are served annually. The mobile unit operates Sunday-Saturday on a year-round basis. HCHD STD Program, HIV Prevention Community Based Organizations, School Districts, and other Health Departments are all collaborators with the project. Mission Statement The mission of the HIV/STD Mobile Outreach Unit is to provide education, testing, and referral services to prevent the spread of HIV and sexually transmitted diseases. In carrying out this mission, the Mobile unit and its staff maintain the utmost level of professionalism and compassion. Each client receives respect, courtesy and confidentiality at all times. |
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Contact: | Larry Prescott |
Address: | 8000 N. Stadium Dr., 5th Floor Houston, TX 77054 |
Phone: | 713-798-0849 |
Fax: | 713-798-0830 |
E-Mail: | [email protected] |
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Languages Spoken: | English Spanish |
Services: | HIV Counseling and Testing STD Counseling and Testing |
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Education About: | General Health Human Sexuality and AIDS |
Types of Medical Referrals: | Diagnostic Evaluation Obstetric Care Sub-Special Care Dental HIV Intervention Program Psychiatric Evaluation Psychological Counseling |
Patient Assistance: | Medicaid Housing/Shelter Nutrition (Including WIC) Case Management |
Staff: | Full Time HIV Counselor Full Time Health Educator Full Time Driver |
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Further Information About this Unit: |
Area Served: | |
Population Served: | 8 Counties: |
Age Group: | All Ages |
Ethnicity: | Multi-Ethnic |
Frequency of Service: | Sat.- Sun. |
Estimated Clients served annually: | 5,000 |
Months Unit Operates: | Year Round |
How long they have operated: | 2 years |
Fee: | None |
Collaborates with others: | Yes |