HIV/AIDS Resources
Note: This site contains HIV prevention messages that may not be appropriate for all audiences.
Websites
AIDS.gov
Access to information on Federal HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, treatment, research programs, policies, and resources.
www.aids.gov
American Social Health Association
This is where you will find the facts, the support, and the resources to answer your questions, find referrals, join support groups, and get access to in-depth information about sexually transmitted diseases.
www.ashastd.org
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Division of HIV/AIDS Prevention
Extensive information on HIV/AIDS, including general information, frequently asked questions, prevention information, and statistics.
www.cdc.gov/hiv/dhap.htm
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Division of STD Prevention
Extensive information on STDs, including general information, frequently asked questions, prevention information, and statistics.
www.cdc.gov/nchstp/dstd/aboutdiv.htm
Cuyahoga Regional HIV Services Planning Council – Ryan White Part A
Responsible for organizing and delivering HIV health and support services and establishing priorities for the allocation of funds.
http://ryanwhite.cuyahogacounty.us
GayHealth
Health and wellness site dedicated to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender men and women. The site provides easy access to accurate, current and vital health information.
www.gayhealth.com
National Association of People with AIDS (NAPWA)
A non-profit organization that develops positive leadership in people living with HIV and AIDS, advocates for the needs of those living with HIV or at risk of becoming infected, and works with a growing people with AIDS movement throughout the developing world.
www.napwa.org
National HIV Testing Resources
Frequently asked questions about HIV testing and lists locations of where to get an HIV test.
www.hivtest.org
Ohio AIDS Coalition
Provides hope, healing, and empowerment to all persons affected by HIV/AIDS disease within and about the state of Ohio. The Coalition carries out activities such as Healing Events, Publications, Leadership Training, and Advocacy. The Coalition also consults with policy makers to prevent discrimination against persons with HIV/AIDS disease and seeks to obtain support for HIV/AIDS disease education, research and quality services.
www.ohioaidscoalition.org
Project Inform
Provides information, advocacy, and inspiration for people living with HIV/AIDS.
www.projectinform.org
SIECUS: HIV/AIDS Prevention
Information from the Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States (SIECUS), a non-profit organization that develops, collects, and disseminates information, promotes comprehensive education, and advocates the right of individuals to make responsible sexual choices.
www.siecus.org/school/hiv/hiv0000.html
The Body
A comprehensive HIV and AIDS resource, with general information, expert forums, and bulletin boards.
www.thebody.com
Urban Health Project
HIV/AIDS health education and resources especially for the African American and Latino(a) communities.
www.urbanhealthproject.com
Hotlines
CDC National AIDS Hotline
(800) 342-2437 English
(800) 344-7432 Spanish
(800) 243-7889 TTY
National HIV/AIDS Treatment Hotline
(800) 822-7422
Other Helpful Resources
Cuyahoga County Mobile Crisis Team
Crisis intervention, suicide, and mental health hotline links the person with community healthcare organizations that provide the ongoing services that the person needs to minimize the likelihood of future crises.
24/7 Hotline: (216) 623-6888
First Call for Help
A free and confidential information service ready to direct you to the health and human services you need in Cuyahoga County.
Dial 2-1-1 from any landline (not cell phone) or call: (216) 436-2000
www.211cleveland.org