COUNTY OF MONTEREY
HEALTH
DEPARTMENT
Nationally Accredited for Providing Quality Health Services
HIV Programs
Published on November 09, 2016. Last modified on October 16, 2024
Contact: Elizabeth N. Gandara-MPH, HIV/STI Health Program Coordinator, (831) 755-6349
Monterey County HIV Resource Guide
Routine HIV Testing – Why Wait? Get Tested.
CDC Recommendations for HIV Testing of Adults and Adolescents in Health Care Settings
The CDC estimates that 1 in 5 people infected with HIV are unaware that they are infected…and 54% of new sexually transmitted HIV infections in the US originate from HIV-infected persons who are unaware of their infection.
CDC recommendations urge providers to include HIV testing as a routine part of health care for all patients 13 – 64 years of age regardless of their risk. Routine HIV testing ensures that:
- More people learn about their HIV infection
- Those who learn about their infection will benefit from earlier access to treatment
- There is a reduction in the risk of further transmitting HIV to others
HIV + Services
Taking the step to get in care can be challenging, but extremely helpful in managing HIV. Please also refer to our resource guide for further information.
- OPIS Clinic – Part of Montage Medical Group, OPIS is a comprehensive treatment program for those living with HIV; includes personal case management, medical treatment, and self-referred HIV testing and counseling.
- 2 Upper Ragsdale Dr., Building A, Monterey, CA 93940
- (831) 333-3040
- NIDO Clinic - Administered by the Health Department's Clinic Services Bureau, the clinic offers primary care for patients with HIV, including personal care management, testing and treatment.
- 1441 Constitution Blvd., Bldg. 760, Salinas, CA 93906
- (831) 796-1770
- Access Support Network (ASN) - ASN is a non-profit, community based organization that provides supportive services to people living with HIV and hepatitis C virus (HCV).
- 223 John St., Salinas, 93901
- (831) 975-5016
Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PreP)
Syringe Exchange in Monterey County
Monterey County HIV Planning Group
- The Monterey County HIV Planning Group (MCHPG) is a group of service providers and concerned community members whose purpose is to identify local needs for HIV education and prevention, as well as care and treatment services.
- If you are interested in learning more about MCHPG or attending quarterly meetings, please contact Evelyn Alvarez at 831-755-4626.
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