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Center Health Resource Center Opioid and Substance Use HIV & PrEP COVID-19 MPOX (Monkeypox) LGBTQ+ Health Center The health resources you need all in one place. Help Line Call: 323-448-0126 Email: covid19@eqca.org Línea de ayuda Llamada: 323-448-0126 Correo electrónico: covid19@eqca.org Slide EQCA24_Opioid_and_Substance_Use_Banner Slide Our Health Resource Center is part of our commitment to combat health disparities within the LGBTQ+ community, increase access to resources and end the stigma associated with the following viruses through education and outreach. We encourage folks to make use of this online directory of health, financial and social resources specifically curated for the LGBTQ+ community. As a trusted messenger, we’ll continue working to connect LGBTQ+ people with the best services and resources that support our unique differences. We will continue to update our health resource center as new information becomes available to allow you to make informed decisions on your health. Opioid and Substance Use Substance misuse or substance use disorder involves the consumption of various substances like alcohol, tobacco, drugs, and inhalants, often leading to dependence, harm and/or an overdose. Overdose occurs when the body is overwhelmed by a toxic amount of a drug or combination of drugs. For resources and more information please click here. HIV & PREP HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). There is currently no effective cure, but with proper medical care, HIV can be controlled. People with HIV who get effective HIV treatment can live long, healthy lives and protect their partners. In addition, medical advances like PrEP and PEP can be taken to reduce their risk of becoming infected before or after a person has been exposed to HIV. For resources and more information please click here. COVID- 19 Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is an infectious disease caused by the SARS-CoV-2 virus. People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported –ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Anyone can have mild to severe symptoms such as: fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell, headaches, body aches, runny nose, vomiting or diarrhea. For resources and more information please click here. MPOX MPOX is a rare disease that is related to the smallpox virus. While generally less severe and much less contagious than smallpox, MPOX can be a serious illness. It spreads from infected humans, animals, and materials contaminated with the virus but primarily through close, personal, often skin-to-skin contact with people who have MPOX symptoms, such as a rash and/or sores. For resources and more information please click here. Thank you to our partners at Gracias a nuestros socios en Privacy Policy Política de privacidad © 2024 Equality California Help Line Call: 323-448-0126 Email: covid19@eqca.org Línea de ayuda Llamada: 323-448-0126 Correo electrónico: covid19@eqca.org Get Email Updates ▸ 1150 S. Olive Street Los Angeles, CA 90015 Phone: (323) 848-9801 Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco Washington, DC, Las Vegas, NV © 2024...