Target4- Region 7

04/01/2026

Ever heard of the term Harm Reduction but unsure what it means? You’re not alone! Harm reduction is all about meeting people where they are and lessening the negative consequences of risky behaviors. More specifically, Harm Reduction aims to save lives and protect the health of people who use drugs. To learn more about the principles of Harm Reduction, check out the link below!

Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. Understand the principles of harm reduction.

03/31/2026

Check out one of our testing events in April!

03/30/2026

Have questions about HIV but not sure where to start? Check out the website below. It has a lot of great information and helps answer some of people’s most common questions!

Learn facts about HIV Infection, how it’s transmitted, potential treatment options & difference between HIV and AIDS. Discover what to discuss with your HCP.

03/26/2026

Hepatitis C treatment has come a long way in terms of ease of medication and access to treatment. We offer Hepatitis C telehealth visits which include shipping medication straight to your door! If you’d like to learn more about Hepatitis C telehealth treatment contact Tiffany Maegley at tiffany.maegley@uky.edu for treatment options in your area.

Hepatitis C is Curable and the Johns Hopkins Viral Hepatitis Center is here to help. Hepatitis C is a viral infection causing liver disease. Hepatitis C is t...

03/25/2026

How much do you know about Hepatitis C? This quick video from John Hopkins Medicine gives a great overview of Hepatitis C and the risk factors for contracting the infection. Come back tomorrow for exciting information on treatment options!

Hepatitis C is a viral infection causing liver disease. Over 3 million people in the US are infected with hepatitis C and over half remain undiagnosed. The ...

03/24/2026

With harm reduction, our goal is to educate individuals on safer practices to reduce their harm and risk of infection. This video shows three common infections that harm reduction specialist and programs help to prevent. Later this week, we will find out more about Hepatitis C!

HIV (AIDS), Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C can be avoided. In this 2min Health Tip learn how a person can contact HIV, Hep B orHep C and how to stay safe from t...

03/20/2026

Narcan is a type of medication that can reverse the effects of an opioid overdose. It's not just people who inject drugs that use Narcan. It can save the life of the neighbor next door that accidentally took too much of their post-operative pain medications, or your grandparents who got their medication mixed up. Narcan is easy to use to help save people's lives every day. Check out the video below to learn how to use it and know how to save someone's life.

Knowing how to use NARCAN® Nasal Spray could mean the difference between life and loss. Purchase NARCAN® Nasal Spray in stores and online and be ...

03/18/2026

People who use injection drugs may be at a higher risk for contracting HIV or Hepatitis C. Safe injection practices are very important to minimize those risks. Check out the video below to learn how to stay safe.

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03/13/2026

Recently, the Three Rivers District Health Department was granted permission to operate a syringe service program (SSP) in Carroll County. Three Rivers District SSPs are referred to as Harm Reduction Syringe Exchanges (HRSE). So, as of November 21, 2025, the Commonwealth of Kentucky has 82 operational SSPs. At the link you can learn where these SSPs are located and get more information about them.

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Syringe Services Programs (SSP), also known as Syringe Exchange Programs (SEP), have existed and been studied extensively in the United States since 1988. Community-based SSPs provide access to sterile needles and syringes free of cost, facilitate...

03/11/2026

Over the last six months the Target4 Project has assisted in launching hepatitis C telehealth in Bracken and Pendleton Counties. Through this initiative individuals living with hepatitis C can be cured of the disease. Watch the linked video to learn more about hepatitis C including the effectiveness of treatment. If you are interested in treatment, even if you don’t live in Bracken or Pendleton County, please contact us.

If you test positive for this infection, your doctor may recommend new medications for hepatitis C. In this video, Sanjai Sinha, MD, explains how doctors tre...

03/09/2026

One of the most reliable sources of disease information, including HIV, is the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention. Resources from the CDC can be found within a variety of social media applications including Facebook, X (Formerly known as Twitter) and YouTube. Check out the many social media sources by clicking on the link.

03/04/2026

Rural communities can often face a different set of challenges in accessing HIV prevention and care compared to their urban counterparts. The following article from hiv.gov provides more insight on the challenges of HIV care in rural areas, along with ways to access resources to ensure folks get the care they need. If you are in need of HIV testing or resources, feel free to contact our team!

Rural communities face unique challenges in accessing HIV services, but support is available. This blog post offers practical tips for getting tested, engaging…