HHHRC RESPONDS TO COVID-19
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Hawai‘i Health & Harm Reduction Center is committed to the health and safety of our clients, patients, community, and staff. We are closely monitoring the evolving COVID-19 coronavirus situation in Hawai'i and will announce updates as we review recommendations from the Hawai‘i State DOH and the CDC.
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The following changes are effective immediately and will be in place until further notice:
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We have reduced our hours of operation. Our new temporary hours are:
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Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 9:00AM - 2:00PM; Tuesday 1:00PM - 3:00PM; Friday 1:00PM - 5:00PM
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HHHRC is suspending all walk-in services except for current clients. We are not accepting new patients or referrals at this time, with the exception of newly diagnosed HIV+ individuals. Please check out Waikiki Health Center or contact your primary care provider for HIV, HCV and STI testing.
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All trainings are moving to a virtual format. Please see our Training Institute page for updates.
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Syringe exchange times are changing each week. Please call the phone numbers listed on the SEP page for more information.
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We are not accepting volunteers at this time.
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We will continue to see existing appointments as scheduled. If you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, please contact your primary care provider immediately.
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Mahalo for your understanding and flexibility during these uncertain times. Take care!
INFORMATION ABOUT THE COVID-19 VACCINE
APPLYING FOR BENEFITS DURING COVID-19
These resources from the The Medical-Legal Partnership for Children in Hawai'i explain how to apply for benefits such as SNAP (food stamps) during the pandemic, and includes information regarding maintaining benefits. Visit their website to learn more.
COVID-19 RESOURCES
LOCAL
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Hawai'i COVID-19 website, managed by Hawai'i State DOH
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Sign up for COVID-19 updates on the Hawai'i State DOH website
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NATIONAL
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Read more about the status of COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC).
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COVID-19 information and resources in other languages from Hawai'i DOH, Washington State DOH, King County (Seattle area) DOH, Minnesota State DOH
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Interim Guidance for COVID-19 and Persons with HIV from the NIH
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Guide: Safer Drug Use During the COVID-19 Outbreak form the Harm Reduction Coalition
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Resources for drug use and COVID-19 risk reduction from Vital Strategies
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COVID-19 Resources from Mental Health America
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Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Partners in Care resources for homeless service providers and those who work the houseless community
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Guide on emergency preparedness for HIV programs from NASTAD
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COVID-19 and Your Sexual Health from Fenway Health
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Native Hawaiian Well-being during COVID-19 by Liliʻuokalani Trust