Friday, July 27, 2012

HIV/AIDS Hotline now offers counseling to adolescents

The HIV/AIDS & STD Hotline expanded its services. Adolescents and young adults can now get counseling.

Are you recently diagnosed with HIV or AIDS? Have you fallen out of treatment? Call the hotline.

Clients as young as 12 years old can get counseling. The hotline continues to serve adults.

Do you have questions about HIV, AIDS or sexually transmitted infections? Call the hotline. Clients can get emotional support. Information about testing is available. Clients can get statewide referrals for healthcare.

The number is 1-800-243-2437. Counseling is available in English or Spanish. Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. This call is free.