The Living Bridge Center

The Living Bridge Center The Living Bridge Center is proud to be the Ryan White Clinic serving the North Georgia Health District.

The Living Bridge Center is the Ryan White Clinic for the North Georgia Health District. Comprised of two locations, (Dalton, GA and Canton, GA) both are dedicated to providing HIV Specialty Care and Treatment as well as all the supportive services that go along with it. From mail order condoms to housing assistance (if eligible), we are here to do everything we can to serve those living with HIV.

The Living Bridge Center is your North Georgia speciality clinic. We provide a range of services to low income individ...
01/27/2025

The Living Bridge Center is your North Georgia speciality clinic. We provide a range of services to low income individuals. Offering medical services, supportive services, access to FREE or low cost medications. Call us for more information.

‼️ANNOUNCEMENT‼️Have your voice be heard and join the Consumer Advisory Board.CAB members will meet quarterly online, or...
01/23/2025

‼️ANNOUNCEMENT‼️
Have your voice be heard and join the Consumer Advisory Board.
CAB members will meet quarterly online, or in your clinic servicing area. Contact the front desk, or email jeffery.vollman@dph.ga.gov for an application.

The Living Bridge Center will be closed for the Holidays on: Tuesday, December 24th, Wednesday December 25th and Wednesd...
12/23/2024

The Living Bridge Center will be closed for the Holidays on: Tuesday, December 24th, Wednesday December 25th and Wednesday January 1st. Have a wonderful and safe Holiday!

Today is , a day to unite with others around the world to prevent HIV, support people with HIV, and remember those who ...
12/01/2024

Today is , a day to unite with others around the world to prevent HIV, support people with HIV, and remember those who have lost their lives to an HIV-related illness. Let’s . https://bit.ly/3DhBLWI

The Living Bridge Center Dalton, Canton and Gainesville clinics will be closed November 28th and 29th for the Holidays. ...
11/27/2024

The Living Bridge Center Dalton, Canton and Gainesville clinics will be closed November 28th and 29th for the Holidays. We will re-open Monday, December 2nd at normal business hours. Have a safe and wonderful Holiday.

11/27/2024

‼️ DON’T FORGET ‼️

🌍✨ Join Us for Free Rapid HIV Testing! ✨ 🌍 In honor of World AIDS Day, The Living Bridge Center is offering FREE Rapid HIV Testing in North Georgia!🎀 📅 Mark your calendars for Tuesday, December 3, 2024, from 9 AM to 1 PM at three convenient locations:

📍 Whitfield County Health Department, 800 Professional Boulevard, Dalton, GA 30720, (706) 281-2360
📍 The Living Bridge Center South, 130 Riverstone Terrace, Suite 102, Canton, GA 30114, (470) 863-5700
📍 The Living Bridge Center East, 1498 Jesse Jewell Pkwy, SE, # C, Gainesville, GA 30501, (770) 744-4806

No appointment needed—WALK-INS WELCOME! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Plus, everyone tested will receive a FREE T-shirt and Goodie Bag as our thank-you! 🎁👕

This year’s theme, “A Stronger Community,” emphasizes the importance of HIV testing for a healthier, more informed society. 💪❤️

Why Testing Matters:

🎀 Know Your Status: The only way to know your HIV status is to get tested. Knowledge is power! ⚡
🎀 Health Benefits: Positive results can lead to effective treatments, and negative results allow you to take proactive measures. 🩺
🎀 Community Impact: Regular testing reduces stigma, fosters collaboration, and promotes healthier lives. 🤝

Who Should Get Tested?
👨‍🦰-🧓 Everyone aged 13 to 64 should get tested at least once! Those with higher risk factors should consider more frequent testing.

Take action for your health and the well-being of our community! Together, we can create a stronger North Georgia! 💖 🎀

🌐 For more info, visit nghd.org/news/hiv-free-testing.

10/31/2024

Ghouls and goblins may be terrifying, but HIV prevention doesn’t have to be!

has been around for 10+ years and is safe. With daily pills or shots every 2 months, you can PrEP your way. Call us today and make an appointment!

With , you have the power to protect yourself and your community. By staying informed and proactive, you can overcome o...
10/23/2024

With , you have the power to protect yourself and your community. By staying informed and proactive, you can overcome obstacles to make positive health choices that help you and your partners stay safe.

Visit cdc.gov/HIVPrEP to find a PrEP provider near you and take the first step towards a healthier future. 🌟

When you know, you know! One thing you can be certain of is your status, but the only way to know is to get tested. ...
10/18/2024

When you know, you know! One thing you can be certain of is your status, but the only way to know is to get tested. that you can take a HIV self-test for free or at a reduced cost, take it in the privacy of your own space, and know your results in just 20 minutes? To learn more about self-testing visit: cdc.gov/HIVSelftesting

Remember are a great way to prevent HIV and other STDs, but PrEP is another option to help you prevent your way. Lea...
10/08/2024

Remember are a great way to prevent HIV and other STDs, but PrEP is another option to help you prevent your way. Learn more about PrEP: https://bit.ly/3QlJM1Y

Today is National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to stop HIV stigma and to : talk about testing, condoms, PrEP...
09/27/2024

Today is National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day, a day to stop HIV stigma and to : talk about testing, condoms, PrEP, and medicines that treat HIV. https://bit.ly/3ARbgrl

From our District office:🚨 Alert: All Public Health Facilities in North Georgia Dist. 1-2 will be CLOSED on Friday, Sept...
09/26/2024

From our District office:
🚨 Alert: All Public Health Facilities in North Georgia Dist. 1-2 will be CLOSED on Friday, Sept. 27th, due to potentially hazardous weather conditions. 🌧️ This includes all Health Departments, WIC offices, and Environmental Health services in Cherokee, Fannin, Gilmer, Murray, Pickens, and Whitfield counties, as well as The Living Bridge Centers in Canton, Dalton, and Gainesville. For updates, check back here or visit our website at www.nghd.org📱

Our LGBTQ+ pioneers’ stories are a testament to strength, courage, and perseverance in the face of adversity. Let’s ampl...
09/24/2024

Our LGBTQ+ pioneers’ stories are a testament to strength, courage, and perseverance in the face of adversity. Let’s amplify their voices and learn from their experiences, embracing diversity and fostering inclusivity.

It’s up to all of us to create a future where everyone’s story is celebrated and valued.

Today is , a day to address HIV’s impact on adults 50 & older. With advances in treatment, people with HIV are living l...
09/18/2024

Today is , a day to address HIV’s impact on adults 50 & older. With advances in treatment, people with HIV are living longer, healthier lives. Help : Reduce stigma and promote prevention, testing, & treatment among older adults. https://bit.ly/3oPdOiV

New Week, New Goals! Let’s start strong by finding new ways to practice . Prioritizing your is important on your jo...
09/09/2024

New Week, New Goals! Let’s start strong by finding new ways to practice . Prioritizing your is important on your journey.

Find resources: cdc.gov/StopHIVTogether

Monday 09/02/2024, we will be closed for Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday 09/03/2024 at normal business hours. Have a s...
09/02/2024

Monday 09/02/2024, we will be closed for Labor Day. We will reopen Tuesday 09/03/2024 at normal business hours. Have a safe holiday.
🎉 Shoutout to our amazing team! 🎉 This Labor Day, we want to recognize the incredible effort and passion of everyone who makes The Living Bridge special. Enjoy the day off—you’ve earned it.

Focusing on your mental health can improve your well-being and help you stay on HIV treatment and prevent HIV.Learn more...
08/30/2024

Focusing on your mental health can improve your well-being and help you stay on HIV treatment and prevent HIV.

Learn more: SAMHSA.gov/Find-Help

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1200 W Waugh Street Suite A
Dalton, GA
30720

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Monday 7am - 3:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3:30pm
Thursday 7am - 3:30pm
Friday 7am - 3:30pm

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Ghouls and goblins may be terrifying, but HIV prevention doesn’t have to be! #PrEP has been around for 10+ years and is safe. With daily pills or shots every 2 months, you can PrEP your way. Call us today and make an appointment! #HappyHalloween #StopHIVTogether

Antiretrovirals (ARVs), the medications used to treat HIV, work to lower the amount of virus in the body, often to levels undetectable by standard lab tests. In addition to keeping you healthy, taking ARVs as prescribed also prevents the spread of the virus to others.

Having open and honest conversations is a great way to spark sexual connections. #StartTalkingHIV with your partner(s). #StopHIVTogether

Having open and honest conversations is a great way to spark sexual connections. #StartTalkingHIV with your partners. This is one of the many ways we end #hivstigma. #StopHIVTogether

Knowing your HIV status puts the power in your hands. Take charge of your health and get tested this National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day! https://bit.ly/3E2qjiL #NWGHAAD #StopHIVTogether

#DYK that becoming and staying #undetectable keeps you healthy and prevents you from transmitting #HIV to your sex partners? Being undetectable is HIV prevention. Learn more: cdc.gov/StopHIVTogether/Treatment #StopHIVTogether #UequalsU

Engaging in open and supportive conversations about HIV with our loved ones helps #StopHIVStigma. When we reduce HIV stigma we can help #StopHIVTogether. Visit the link below for ways to support someone with #HIV. https://www.hiv.gov/hiv-basics/overview/making-a-difference/supporting-someone-living-with-hiv#:~:text=Your%20support%20and%20assistance%20may,infection%20from%20progressing%20to%20AIDS.

There are more than 55,000 people in Georgia that have HIV. One in five people are unaware that they are #HIV postive. The only way of knowing if you have HIV is to test. If you don't like going to the doctor, try the self-test at home. Click the link and order your test today! https://sendss.state.ga.us/sendss/!hivcasemanagement.pretestsurvey1

Did you know #PrEP is for women too? Adding #PrEP to your sexual health toolbox can help you prevent #HIV. Share the facts about PrEP and other HIV prevention options. Learn more: cdc.gov/StopHIVTogether/SheisWell #StopHIVTogether #PrEPForHer #ShesWell #womenshealth #healthequity #hivprevention

Black communities have made great progress in reducing HIV. Yet to truly #StopHIVTogether, we must confront issues such as racism, discrimination, and mistrust in the health care system that prevent many Black people from accessing HIV testing, prevention, and treatment. https://bit.ly/3faGoGBl #NBHAAD

You have the power! There are more ways than ever available to help prevent #HIV. Learn more and choose what’s best for you: cdc.gov/StopHIVTogether/prevention. #StopHIVTogether #SexualHealthMatters #SexEdForAll

#ShesWell is a new initiative that the CDC has launched to increase awareness about PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis) among women. Learn more about PrEP here: https://www.cdc.gov/hiv/basics/prep.html

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