Access Health Louisiana is dedicated to providing the best health care and a safe environment to all of our patients regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. We recognize that the LGBTQ+ community has historically been underserved, and we strive to provide competent, compassionate, and individualized care to all of our patients in the LGBTQ+ community.
At Access Health Louisiana, we strive to provide a welcoming environment that promotes services that are culturally competent, culturally humble, and provide an overall safe space to the communities that we serve. Through our Sexual Health Services programs, patients are able to receive high quality HIV and STI testing, treatment, and linkage to clinical services and referrals.
Statistically, individuals of the LGBTQ+ experience have an increased chance of contracting HIV, HPV, and other STIs. This can lead to an increased chance of acquiring multiple STIs and an elevated risk of acquiring certain types of cancers.
To make an appointment for HIV or STI care please call the Pythian Clinic at (504) 226-2976 or visit our Access Health Louisiana locations page to contact the AHL Community Health Center near you.
Already an Access Health LA patient? You can fill PEP/PrEP prescriptions through our Pharmacy program with free local delivery. For information on filling a PEP/PrEP prescription, contact the Access Health Louisiana Pharmacy.
To request a free Home HIV test visit our webpage found here.
Due to various environmental pressures, LGBTQ+ individuals can encounter an increase in struggle with their mental and behavioral health, such as anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and contemplation of suicide. Access Health Louisiana has multiple behavioral health providers who specialize in caring for LGBTQ+ individuals and providing culturally competent, high quality mental health support.
To make an appointment with one of our behavioral health providers please call 1-866-530-6111
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255
At Access Health Louisiana, we know that the health needs of LGBTQ+ youth can differ from that of their peers. Research shows that youth of the LGBTQ+ experience who have a safe and supportive school and home environment are more likely to have happy and fulfilling adolescent years. However, youth without the same support, especially those who are experience sexual and gender identities that my not be as clear to themselves or others, face barriers to receiving that safety and support. Sex and sexuality in general can be difficult topic areas discuss; moreover, when sexual orientation and gender identity are included in these conversations, it can be challenging for youth and their families to discuss openly. When children and adolescents are exploring their sexual orientation (e.g. gay, lesbian, bisexual) and gender identities (e.g. transgender, gender non-conforming, non-binary), they have a much greater risk of experiencing physical and mental health challenges. For those and many others, holistic, whole-person, care are essential. Access Health Louisiana provides primary and behavioral health care for all LGBTQ+ persons and their families.
If you or your child are struggling with thoughts of self-harm, please call the Trevor Project crisis line at 1-(866)-488-7386
Support for LGBTQ+ Youth is available 24/7 via phone or on their website. Click here to view the Trevor Project support page.
Access to quality health care and multilevel approaches to care have often been a challenge for transgender individuals. We at Access Health Louisiana believe that the transgender community, just as everyone else, deserve culturally competent, high-quality, compassionate care. Fear of discrimination and previous trauma can prevent people of trans experience from seeking out and accessing health care. We strive to provide a safe health environment, while continuously working to improve our network and fight stigma.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts please call the Trans Lifeline at (877) 565-8860. This hotline is staffed by people of trans experience and dedicated to the trans community.
Hotline Hours: 10am – 4am
If you or someone you know is in need of immediate assistance outside of those hours please call the National Suicide Hotline at 1-800-273-8255
We at Access Health Louisiana know that your health and wellbeing go beyond your visit to our clinic. If you are in need of additional resources such as housing and legal assistance, visit the links below.
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Local Organizations for people living with HIV: |
