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HIV Testing and Prevention: Prevention Support

Partner Counseling and Referral Services (PCRS)

Partner Counseling and Referral Services (PCRS) provides individuals with HIV the opportunity to discuss ways to notify past or current sexual or needle-sharing partners about their possible exposure to HIV, and to encourage that they be tested.

A professional health counselor can discuss ways for the individual to disclose their status to current or past partners. The counselor can also help you notify your partners using a service called "Anonymous Third Party Notification," where the counselor notifies your partners. You provide identifying and locating information only. Your name and identity are never shared with your partners under any circumstances.

Services are always free and confidential. For more information contact Eric Acuna at 707-565-4627.

HIV Transmission Prevention Guidelines

• When you are having sex, do not allow your semen or vaginal fluids to enter your partner's body. Do not allow their semen or vaginal fluids to enter your body.
• Always wear a condom during vaginal and anal sex.
• Talk to your partners about past and present sexual practices and drug use.
• Never share needles or use a needle that has been previously used.
• If you do share needles, always make sure you clean them with bleach and water after every use. For information on your local needle exchange call the Drug Abuse Alternative Center at 707-527-5227.
• Remember, many people who carry the AIDS virus are not sick and do not know they have it. YOU MUST PROTECT YOURSELF.