HEALTH  :  AIDS ACTIVITIES COORDINATING OFFICE

AACO FAQS

Where can I get information about HIV/AIDS prevention, treatments or local services for persons with HIV/AIDS? The Community AIDS Hotline provides up to date information about HIV/AIDS prevention, treatments, and resources in the Philadelphia area. The phone number for the Hotline is 215-985-AIDS.

On-line information concerning local resources can be found at the AIDS Library web site; at the Critical Path AIDS Project web site: www.critpath.org; or at the CHOICE web site: www.choice-phila.org.

The Critical Path AIDS Project also provides links to many sites focusing on HIV/AIDS treatments (www.critpath.org).

Where can I get free anonymous HIV testing?
Free anonymous HIV testing is available at many sites in Philadelphia. The Community AIDS Hotline (215-985-AIDS) can provide information about a site convenient for you.

How can I get help resolving a problem with my doctor, case manager, or other HIV/AIDS service provider?
The Community AIDS Hotline can help you with problems with HIV/AIDS service providers and help you get the services you need. The phone number for the Hotline is 215-985-AIDS.

Where can I get information and statistics about HIV/AID epidemiology?
The AIDS Surveillance Quarterly Update provides information about the HIV/AIDS epidemic in Philadelphia. To get a copy of the AIDS Surveillance Quarterly Update or to request data from the AIDS Activities Coordinating Office, please contact AIDS Activities Coordinating Office by phone at (215) 685-5600.