Accessing timely and accurate information, testing and treatment is critical in preventing and managing infectious diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C. Many individuals face barriers to care including stigma, geographic limitations or lack of knowledge about available services. The following resources provide confidential support, education and clinical serves to help you protect your health, access treatment and connect with community programs.
The MyCare program offers comprehensive treatment and support for individuals living with HIV who face barriers to accessing hospital-based care.
The Options clinic offers take-home HIV test kits. It is a screening test for HIV that is 99.97% accurate. Visit Insti-HIV Self Test Online.
Oral pre-exposure prophylaxis, or PrEP, is a method for an HIV-negative person who is at risk of HIV infection to reduce their risk of contracting HIV by taking anti-retroviral drugs. Visit this website for more information.
TheBody is a resource offering clear information, personal stories and expert perspectives on living with or being affected by HIV. It aims to educate, reduce stigma, and provide supportive guidance for individuals and communities.
CATIE is Canada’s source for HIV and Hepatitis C information. It provides evidence-based resources, training and tools to strengthen prevention, testing and treatment services while addressing stigma and health inequities.
RHAC provides free, confidential support, education, and harm reduction services for people living with or affected by HIV and Hepatitis C. Programs include counselling, community education, and a needle exchange program to reduce infection risks and stigma. Click here to learn more.
Ontario aboriginal HIV/AIDS strategy specializes in harm reduction, education, prevention programs for Ingidenous communities. Services focus on HIV, AIDS and hepatitis C prevention while supporting culturally safe care.
HIV testing Ontario provides information on HIV testing options, clinics and resources across the province to help individuals access testing and care.
Ontario Hepatitis C teams offer prevention and care services to populations across Ontario who face barriers to accessing Hepatitis C care. Visit the website to learn more.
The LIHC post-test resource package offers a comprehensive guide for individuals following HIV testing. It includes information on follow-up care, support services, and resources to help navigate the next steps after receiving a test result.
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