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Individuals who contract hepatitis A may become sick for a few weeks to a few months. Most people will recover completely after infection and will not develop any lasting liver damage. Once recovered from hepatitis A, antibodies develop which protect against being reinfected.
Symptoms may include:
Doctors diagnose hepatitis A based on symptoms and a blood test. A blood test will detect antibodies for the hepatitis A virus and show whether a hepatitis A infection is present.
Vaccines are offered at most health clinics and pharmacies. Some locations offer free or low-cost vaccines for people without health insurance. A healthcare provider can answer questions about getting vaccinated.
Click below to find a vaccinating pharmacy or clinic:
If an individual is living with HIV, their health care providers should check to see if they are immune to hepatitis A, either through a previous infection or from being vaccinated. Individuals that don’t have immunity may be offered the vaccine to prevent future infection.
Most adults have symptoms of hepatitis B when they first get it. Some adults, however, have had hepatitis B for a long time and will show no symptoms during that time. The best way to find out is to get tested.
Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may include:
Testing for hepatitis B is recommended for all adults 18 years and older at least once in their lifetime, during every pregnancy, and more frequently if there is ongoing risk of transmission. Get tested if you think you’ve been exposed to hepatitis B. Testing for hepatitis B is done by a blood draw. A healthcare provider can provide guidance about the next steps.
It’s important to talk to a healthcare provider so they can determine what course of action is best as every individual is different.
Vaccines are offered at most health clinics and pharmacies. Some locations offer free or low-cost vaccines for people without health insurance. A healthcare provider can answer questions about getting vaccinated.
Click below to find a vaccinating pharmacy or clinic:
People living with HIV have an increased chance of contracting hepatitis B. Co-infection, or exposure to both hepatitis B and HIV, can be prevented by using a barrier method during sex and by using new injection equipment each time. People living with HIV who contract hepatitis B have an increased risk of liver-related illness and death. While both infections can be treated at the same time, co-infection can accelerate the progression of hepatitis B.
The best way to find out is to get tested for hepatitis C because most people will not have any symptoms. For those that do,
Symptoms may include:
Testing for hepatitis C is recommended for all adults 18 years and older at least once in their lifetime, during every pregnancy, and more frequently if there is ongoing risk of transmission. If you think you’ve been exposed, get tested!
Testing for hepatitis C can be done through a blood draw or a finger stick and takes two tests to tell if a person has an active hepatitis C infection.
An antibody test (a finger stick test) detects if there has ever been hepatitis C virus in the blood. If hepatitis C antibodies are detected, a second blood test may be needed to detect an active infection. This can be done at a health clinic or a lab.
Using condoms during sex can help reduce the risk of infection. People living with HIV who contract hepatitis C have an increased risk of liver-related illness and death. While both infections can be treated at the same time, co-infection can accelerate the progression of hepatitis C; therefore, curing hepatitis C can lead to better health outcomes. Individuals living with HIV can be cured of hepatitis C. Having HIV does not decrease hepatitis C cure rates.
Someone must be living with hepatitis B in order to get hepatitis D. Both hepatitis B and hepatitis D can be contracted at the same time, or someone living with hepatitis B can get hepatitis D. Getting hepatitis D can trigger symptoms in people who didn’t have any and can worsen the symptoms for people who already have them.
Symptoms may include:
Hepatitis D is diagnosed with a blood test. If hepatitis D antibodies are found in your blood, it means there has been an exposure to the virus.
There are a number of treatments for hepatitis D. It’s important to talk to a healthcare provider so they can determine what course of action is best as every individual is different.
Vaccines are offered at most health clinics and pharmacies. Some locations offer free or low-cost vaccines for people without health insurance. A healthcare provider can answer questions about getting vaccinated.
Click below to find a vaccinating pharmacy or clinic:
Co-infection with hepatitis B, hepatitis D, and HIV is possible. People living with HIV who contract hepatitis B and hepatitis D have an increased risk of liver-related illness and death. While these infections can be treated at the same time, co-infection can accelerate the progression of hepatitis B and hepatitis D.
Read more about the most common STIs and other infections below to know how to get tested and treated.
Syphilis is an STI that starts as a painless sore. It can cause many different symptoms including rash, swollen lymph nodes and even brain damage and blindness.
Chlamydia is an STI that may include painful urination and abnormal discharge from the penis or vagina.
Gonorrhea is an STI that causes painful urination and discharge. If untreated it may cause infertility.
Mpox is spread through close, physical contact between individuals. Symptoms can include rashes, bumps, or blisters.
Vaginitis is a term that covers multiple conditions that are not always transmitted through sex.
Hepatitis means inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis is often caused by a virus and there are many different kinds.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection (STI). There are many different types of HPV, some more serious than others. The good thing is that there is a vaccine to prevent many types of HPV.
Whether you’re visiting or live in Philly, Philly Keep on Loving has everything you need to keep things fun and worry-free this summer. Find free resources all across the city:
Think it might be an STI? Here’s where to go for a walk-in appointment:
Think you were exposed to HIV? Don’t worry, just hurry:
Learn how to stay safer if you’re using substances during sex at SubstanceUsePhilly.com/pnp
Need some condoms? Pick them up at one of these locations for free:
If you do not have a case manager, please reach out to the Health Information Helpline at 215-985-2437 to be assigned a case manager and/or to get help finding assistance.
Ayuda para facilitar las necesidades de atención médica y salud mental de personas con VIH, proporcionando además servicios de apoyo.
Ayuda a corto plazo para cubrir necesidades de emergencia, incluidos los servicios públicos, la vivienda y el transporte.
Ayuda para el pago de medicamentos.
Tratamiento por el consumo de drogas o alcohol en un consultorio u oficina clínica.
Cuidado dental.
Ayuda para obtener alimentos, ya sea en un banco de alimentos o con entrega a domicilio.
Información y educación sobre cómo se transmite el VIH y cómo atender sus necesidades de salud.
Esta agencia se idenfica como proveedor de servicios para personas de 12 a 24 años de edad. La agencia puede proveer servicios para gente de otras edades.
Línea directa para obtener medicamentos que previenen el VIH después de una exposición.
Prueba de VIH disponibles en un servicio de atención sin cita previa.
Servicios médicos de atención primaria disponibles independientemente de la capacidad de pago, el estado del seguro o el estatus migratorio.
Servicios para prevenir la transmisión del VIH relacionada con el consumo de sustancias.
Servicios para prevenir la transmisión del VIH y las sobredosis. Los servicios incluyen el intercambio de jeringas usadas por nuevas, con el fin de prevenir el VIH y otras enfermedades transmisibles.
Atención médica para el VIH en consultorios u oficinas clínicas.
Un consejero u otro profesional que lo ayude a abordar problemas de salud mental.
Atención en salud sexual, pruebas de STI y pruebas de VIH en una clínica de atención sin cita previa.
Ayuda por parte de un abogado.
Traducción de idiomas para el médico u otro proveedor de servicios.
Acceso en línea y por teléfono a medicamentos para prevenir el VIH.
Asesoramiento de un profesional autorizado sobre qué comer según las necesidades médicas específicas y ayuda para obtener alimentos o suplementos nutricionales (como Ensure).
Transporte hacia citas médicas.
Ayuda para el pago de la vivienda destinada a personas con VIH que están sin hogar o enfrentan inseguridad habitacional.
Ayuda a corto plazo para pagar la renta.
Agency has identified itself as a provider of services specifically for the age group from 12 to 24. The agency may also provide services for other age groups.
Short-term help paying for an emergency need, including utilities, housing, and transportation.
Help with paying for medication.
Help with getting food, either at a food bank or delivered to your home.
Services to prevent HIV transmission and overdose. Services include exchange of used syringes for new syringes in order to prevent HIV and other communicable diseases.
Information and education on how HIV is transmitted and how to take care of your health needs.
These are services that are sometimes called “Ryan White Services.” They are services to provide HIV care or other assistance to individuals with HIV.
These services are meant to help prevent HIV transmission. Some services are specific to people who are HIV negative, and other services are available regardless of HIV status.
HIV testing in a walk-in setting.
Help from a lawyer.
Help facilitating healthcare and mental health needs for people with HIV while providing support services.
Advice from a licensed professional about what to eat for a specific medical need and help getting food or nutritional supplements (such as Ensure).
Transportation to medical appointments.
A counselor or other professional to help deal with a mental health problem.
Dental care.
HIV medical care in an office or clinic.
A hotline to find medicine to prevent HIV after an exposure.
Primary medical care services available regardless of ability to pay, insurance status, or immigration status.
Short-term help paying rent.
Drug or alcohol treatment at an office or clinic.
Online and phone access to medicine to prevent HIV.
Help paying for housing for people with HIV experiencing homeless or with housing insecurity.
Sexual health, STI testing, and HIV testing in a walk-in clinic.
