The Project of Primary Health Care

05/27/2026

The Project connects patients living with HIV to services across Primary Health Care.

Services may include:
• Routine medical care
• Behavioral health services
• Dental care
• HIV treatment and support

One system. Connected care.

phctheproject.org/services/

05/27/2026

PrEP starts with testing

Getting started with PrEP begins with HIV testing.

At The Project, testing is:
• Free
• Confidential
• Quick to schedule

If PrEP is right for you, our team can help you get started and connect you to ongoing care through Primary Health Care.

Schedule testing:
phctheproject.org/free-testing

05/25/2026

A reminder that all PHC locations, including The Project, will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of Memorial Day.

Regular hours will resume Tuesday.

For services, testing information, and resources: phctheproject.org

05/23/2026

The Project connects patients to more than HIV services.

Through Primary Health Care, patients can also access:
• Medical care
• Dental services
• Behavioral health

Connected care across PHC locations.

Learn more:
phciowa.org/services

05/22/2026

Holiday Hours Reminder

All Primary Health Care locations and sites will be closed on Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day.

We will resume normal operations on Tuesday. We wish everyone a safe holiday weekend.

05/21/2026

Behavioral health services are available through Primary Health Care.

Services may include:
• Counseling
• Therapy visits
• Ongoing behavioral health support

Patients connected through The Project can also access care across the PHC system.

Learn more:
phciowa.org/services/behavioralhealth

05/20/2026

DART bus routes and schedules are changing starting next month.

Mark your calendars—All new bus routes will begin on June 14, 2026. We're replacing our current routes with ten main routes that run more often, 7 days a week, on the busiest streets of the Des Moines metro. The new network offers:

05/14/2026

We are saddened to hear of the passing of Muffy Rosenberg.

For many years, they supported The Project and our community through fundraising events, performances, and advocacy alongside The Imperial Court of Iowa. Their contributions helped support HIV services, community programs, and care for many people across Iowa.

We are grateful for the time, energy, and support they shared with our organization and community over the years. Our thoughts are with their friends, loved ones, and the entire Imperial Court Of Iowa community.

05/12/2026

Free and confidential HIV & STI testing is happening tomorrow in Ames.

Primary Health Care, Inc. Ames Clinic
3510 Lincoln Way

Tomorrow (05/12) 9:00am–3:00pm

Appointments are limited.

Schedule your spot: phctheproject.org/free-testing

05/07/2026

Thinking about PrEP?

Most people have little or no side effects.
Some may notice mild symptoms when starting.

Learn what to expect and how it’s managed:
https://phctheproject.org/prep-side-effects-what-to-expect/

PrEP is a safe and effective way to prevent HIV.
Testing and follow-up care are part of the process.