Persons with HIV or AIDS - Alcohol and Drug Treatment Programs - Athol, MA.

For people with HIV or AIDS who also fight with a substance abuse problem, their pre-existing chronic medical condition is something that must be acknowledged and adequately addressed at the same time they receive treatment for their addiction. Keeping this client in recovery is not only essential for their safety, but for the good of the public due to the fact they are likely to transmit their disease to others in the case their drug problem continue.

Often, individuals who battle with both issues concurrently may have let their bodies decline due to the lack of care most addicted individuals show themselves even when they don't have HIV or AIDS. Some quit taking their medication, don't go to the Doctor, etc. and may urgently need serious medical intervention once they do get addiction rehabilitation. Aside from rehab for their drug or alcohol problem, in a rehab facility which provides treatment for individuals with HIV or AIDS, they will get a medical exam to see whether they have any other illnesses associated with their disease. This would include checking for tuberculosis, Hepatitis A, B, and C, diabetes, dental issues, other STDs and mental health problems.

Addiction treatment for people with HIV/AIDS in Athol includes detox treatment that are responsibly administered with both the client and the rehab staff in mind. Through counseling, psychotherapy and holistic services persons with HIV or AIDS become inspired to be sober and healthier, and attending recovery meetings where other people have the same sober goal is encouraged.

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