HIV and Sexual Health
We are dedicated to meeting the needs of the HIV-infected community in Southern Illinois as well as providing a variety of sexual health services
Our Mission
To care for and guide people living with HIV through various social and medical services
To empower clients to be as self-sufficient and health conscious as possible
To educate refer and encourage client responsibility through active program participation
To actively prevent the further spread of HIV and STDs with testing and treatment
To make the most effective use of current resources while pursuing other funding sources
Our Services
PrEP
Advocacy
Provider and Community Education
Sexual Health
Sexual Health Action Team
The Sexual Health Action Team is one of ten action teams supporting the work of the Jackson County Health Communities Coalition (JCHCC), whose mission is;
“To serve as a catalyst for improving the health and overall quality of life of Jackson County residents”
The coalition is comprised of working professionals, representing healthcare systems, academic institutions, community-based organizations and Jackson County Health Department
You Deserve To Be Safer
Important condom information:
• Store condoms in a cool, dry place and check the expiration date.
• Use only latex or polyurethane condoms.
• Don’t use natural skin condoms because HIV can pass through these.
• Leave space at the tip of the condom for the cum, but be sure to pinch out any air from the tip
• Use ONLY water-based lubricants with latex condoms. Never use any lube that contains oil or petroleum. These definitely destroy latex.
• Right after cumming, hold the condom firmly at the base and withdraw.
• Never use the same condom more than one time.
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
Did you know there is a once a day pill that is being prescribed to reduce the likelihood of contracting HIV? People who are at high risk of contracting HIV can significantly reduce their chance of being infected! Studies show that PrEP can reduce the risk of getting HIV from sex by at least 90% and injection drug use by 70% when used correctly and consistently!
Jackson County Health Department has an on-site PrEP clinic and actively partners with local providers to offer PrEP. Medicaid and most private insurance companies cover this medication. Prescription assistance programs are available to reduce or eliminate out of pocket costs. Our staff can assist in enrolling in these programs.
If you or someone you know could benefit from this exciting new breakthrough, please call our office at (618)-684-3143, ext. 155.
Southern Illinois HIV Care Connect
Located at Jackson County Health Department. SIHCC offers case management to help you navigate systems of care and resources, medication assistance, medical appointments, dental services, mental health and substance mis-use referrals, emergency food and nutritional supplements, utility and rental assistance. All services are dependent on eligibility and funding.
The Southern Illinois HIV Care Connect serves individuals who are HIV+ and live in one of the 19 southern counties (pink area of the map). Please call 1-877-745-1424 or email paulac@jchdonline.org for program enrollment or general questions.
If you reside in one of the other statewide service areas, contact HIV Care Connect for additional information.
Dental Health Services
Transportation Services
Supportive Food Services
Medical Case Management
Outpatient Medical Services
Mental Health Support
Treatment Adherence
Client Representative Peer Navigator
Housing and Utility Assistance
Jackson County has free condoms for individuals and community based organizations, stop by or call 618-684-3143 Ext. 170.
Free Condoms at the following locations:
Contact Us
For more information, contact:
Jackson County Health Department
Southern Illinois HIV Care Connect
P.O. Box 307
Murphysboro, IL 62966
618-684-3143 ext. 155