| Vallarta Gay+ Launches Health Initiative to Serve Diverse Community Out & About PV | |
| go to original February 2, 2024 |
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A temporary space has been donated inside ThrIVe IV & MedSpa on Basilio Badillo 277-A, in Zona Romantica (Col Emiliano Zapata) so that doctors can meet with patients and continue their PrEP treatment. (OAPV)
Update: Two Fundraising Events Set for the New Vallarta Gay+ Community Center (Out & About PV)
In a groundbreaking move aimed at bolstering support and fostering health within the LGBTQ+ community, the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center has announced the establishment of a new health organization.
This initiative, spearheaded by passionate individuals and local business leaders, seeks to provide essential services and cultivate a safe, inclusive space for all.
“We are thrilled to announce the establishment of the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center, an initiative that aims to uplift and support our diverse community through healthcare and community building,” said Jet De La Isla, spokesperson for the organizing committee.
At the forefront of the center’s offerings are vital services such as PrEP, PEP, DoxyPep, and STI testing, all aimed at safeguarding the health and well-being of community members.
The clinic started seeing patients around Jan. 15, 2024, and since then, staff have seen 69 patients seeking PrEP, with 197 bottles of PrEP dispensed. You can also secure free condums and lubricant there.
“Many of the patients are existing SETAC patients and were given three bottles as ongoing long-term patients, so they have access to a long-term supply,” said De La Isla.
“PEP, or Post-Exposure Prophylaxis, is a crucial drug that prevents HIV transmission for those who have engaged in unprotected sex. By taking PEP responsibly, individuals can greatly lower the risk of infection,” De La Isla added.
Doxycycline Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (DoxyPEP) is another essential service provided by the center. This antibiotic, taken after sex, acts as a morning-after pill for STIs, further emphasizing the center’s commitment to comprehensive healthcare.
Operating out of ThrIVe IV & MedSpa initially, the Vallarta Gay+ Community Center aims to create a welcoming environment for everyone, with plans to expand into community activities and additional programs in the near future. The google map location of ThrIVe is here.
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