Persons with HIV or AIDS - Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers - Inwood, NY.

For persons with HIV/AIDS who also battle with addiction, their prior continuing medical condition is something that will need to be recognized and adequately addressed at the same time they receive rehabilitation for their drug or alcohol addiction. Keeping this client in recovery is not only crucial for their well-being, but for the safety of the general public due to the fact they may spread their disease to others if their substance abuse problem continue.

In many cases, clients who struggle with both issues at the same time may have let their bodies deteriorate due to the lack of care most addicted individuals show themselves even when they don't have HIV or AIDS. Some stop taking their medication, don't go to the Doctor, etc. and therefore urgently need critical medical help once they do reach drug rehab. Aside from treatment for their drug or alcohol problem, in a rehabilitation center that provides treatment for persons with HIV or AIDS, clients will get a medical assessment to see whether they have any other problems associated with their disease. This would include checking for Hepatitis A, B, and C, tuberculosis, diabetes, dental issues, other STDs and mental health problems.

Substance abuse rehab for people with HIV/AIDS in Inwood includes detox treatment which are safely administered with both the patient and the staff in mind. Through counseling, psychotherapy and holistic services persons with HIV or AIDS can become motivated to be sober and healthier, and attending recovery meetings where other individuals have the same goal is encouraged.

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