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People need to know that there is a refuge from a harsh unforgiving society, a place where they can gather information and ask questions without a fear of stinging ridicule. Not enough people know that there exists a community environment where in all matters a respect for privacy is of utmost importance and state of the art technology guarantees reliable testing. The Government of Barbados has recognised this need and provided various agencies where such services can be deemed accessible.


AIDS SOCIETY OF BARBADOS:

This organisation initiated and coordinates public counselling and testing at the Healthy Lifestyle Extravaganza held annually.
They provide consultation before and after testing and offer counselling to individuals and their families as they cope with the pressures of being infected or affected by HIV/AIDS.

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AIDS MANAGEMENT TEAM (QEH):


The Counselling clinic of the AMT is located in the Respiratory Unit of the Queen Elizabeth Hospital. Here members of staff strive to create a supportive environment to address all the pressing issues of HIV/AIDS.

Counselling services include pre and post test counselling, family and “significant other” counselling, antenatal and pre-discharge counselling.

CARE BARBADOS:

C.A.R.E. Barbados is a non-governmental organisation committed to being the voice for people living with HIV & AIDS. The Committee addresses the psychological, social, health and spiritual needs of the HIV& AIDS Community. They are dedicated to providing emotional and other support to people living with HIV & AIDS through the establishment of support groups and otherwise.







LADYMEADE REFERENCE UNIT:


The facilities of the LRU clinic represent the translation of globally accepted “best practice” approaches for the care of persons with HIV and AIDS living in the Barbados setting.

Counselling services include:

• General counselling services provided prior to the start of anti-retroviral therapy.
• Continued counselling during and throughout anti-retroviral therapy
• The staff consoles victims of sexual assault.
• They also offer Voluntary Counselling and Testing (VCT) for those who consider themselves to be at risk, or who may have been exposed to the virus.
• Many couples come in prior to marriage for counselling and to be tested.

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HIV/AIDS Facts

" AIDS and HIV infection takes 8200 lives per day"


   

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