Persons with HIV or AIDS - Drug and Alcohol Rehab Centers - Head Waters, VA.

For people with HIV/AIDS who also battle with addiction, their pre-existing continuing medical condition is something that must be recognized and adequately addressed at the same time they receive rehabilitation for their drug/alcohol addiction. Keeping this client in recovery is not only crucial for their safety, 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 problem continue.

In many cases, people who battle with both HIV/AIDS and addiction concurrently have let their bodies decline due to the lack of care most people with addictions give themselves even when they are without HIV or AIDS. Most stop taking their medication, stop seeking medical care, etc. and may require serious medical help once they do reach addiction treatment. Aside from treatment for their drug or alcohol problem, in a rehabilitation center which provides treatment for persons with HIV or AIDS, clients will receive a medical exam to see whether they have any other problems associated with their diagnosis. This would include screening for tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, other sexually transmitted diseases, dental issues, diabetes and mental health problems.

Drug or alcohol abuse rehabilitation for persons with HIV or AIDS in Head Waters can include detox treatment that are responsibly handled with both the client and the rehab staff in mind. Through holistic services, psychotherapy and counseling individuals with HIV or AIDS can become inspired to be sober and healthier, and attending self-help groups where other individuals have the same sober goal is strongly encouraged.

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