Persons with HIV or AIDS - Drug and Alcohol Treatment Centers - Rainbow Lake, NY.

For people with HIV or AIDS who also battle with addiction, their pre-existing chronic medical condition is something that must be recognized and addressed at the same time they receive rehab for their drug/alcohol addiction. Keeping this client in treatment is not only imperative for their well-being, but for the safety of the public due to the fact they are likely to transmit their disease to others in the case their substance abuse issue continue or worsen.

Often, individuals who struggle with both HIV/AIDS and addiction concurrently may have let their health fall apart due to the lack of care most people with addictions give themselves even when they are without HIV or AIDS. Many stop taking their medication, stop seeking medical care, etc. and may require critical medical intervention once they receive drug or alcohol addiction treatment. Aside from rehabilitation for their drug addiction, in a rehab center that provides treatment for individuals with HIV or AIDS, clients will receive a medical exam to see if they have any other illnesses associated with their diagnosis. This would include checking for tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, other sexually transmitted diseases, dental issues, diabetes and mental health problems.

Drug or alcohol abuse treatment for persons with HIV or AIDS in Rainbow Lake includes detox treatment which are responsibly administered with both the patient and the staff in mind. Through counseling, psychotherapy and holistic services individuals with HIV or AIDS can become motivated to be sober and healthier, and attending self-help groups where other persons have the same goal is recommended.

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