The Health Department offers a free, confidential harm reduction program focused on risk reduction and the prevention of communicable diseases, such as Hepatitis C and HIV.
- Equipment: Sterile supplies and disposal services.
- Education: Materials and information regarding safer practices.
- Overdose Prevention: Training and kits for Naloxone (Narcan®).
- Referrals: Access to outreach and support services.
Hepatitis C Testing Guidance:
The CDC maintains guidelines for one-time Hepatitis C testing for all adults (18 years and older) and for individuals during each pregnancy. Regular testing is also recognized for those with specific risk factors, including individuals who inject drugs.
Learn the basics about Hep C by clicking here.
HIV Testing Guidance:
The CDC maintains specific guidelines for HIV screening across various populations. The CDC suggest at least one HIV test for all individuals (15 years and older) while annual testing is established for those with specific risk factors. HIV screening is included as part of prenatal care during pregnancy, with repeated testing during the third trimester done in areas with higher rates of perinatal HIV infection. For certain populations, testing every 3 to 6 months is an available option for closer health monitoring.
Learn more about HIV by clicking here.
Additional Resources:
- SCC Link: Substance Use Treatment and Recover Resources. Provides navigation services to local St. Clair County substance use treatment and recovery resources by helping community members according to their needs.
- Harm Reduction PIHP Endorsement 2022.
- CDC Strengthening Syringe Services Programs (SSPs) | Strengthening Syringe Services Programs | CDC.
- Online/Mail-Based Harm Reduction Resource. The program provides materials and information focused on the reduction of opioid overdose deaths and the prevention of disease transmission related to injection drug use.
Access and Scheduling:
Services are available without an appointment, though a brief intake assessment is required.
10:00 AM - 6:30 PM on the first Monday of each month.
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM remaining Mondays through Fridays by appointment.
Location and Contact Information:
220 Fort Street, Port Huron
(810) 987-5300