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The Florida Department of Health works to protect, promote, and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county, and community efforts.
HIV/AIDS
Florida Department of Health - Highlands County
- 863-386-6040
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Mailing Address
7205 South George Boulevard Sebring, FL 33875
What is HIV?
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) is the virus that causes AIDS. When this virus enters the body, it infects parts of the immune system, weakening the body's defenses. HIV lives in four main body fluids: blood, semen, vaginal fluid, and breastmilk. Any unprotected exposure to these fluids puts you at risk of getting HIV. Though many treatments exisst for HIV infections, there is still no cure.
The Florida Department of Health strives to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS in our communities by providing confidential testing and referrals to treatment and prevention services, along with resources for those who are infected and/or impacted by this epidemic. The main goal is to increase public knowledge and awareness of HIV/AIDS, promote HIV testing, and connect clients to the best treatment and care.
Additional Resources
Nationl AIDS Hotline: 800-342-2437
Florida AIDS Hotline: 800-352-2437
- Spanish 800-545-7432
- Haitian Creole 800-243-7101
- TDD 888-503-7118
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