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    Center for HIV Prevention and Health Services

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    Center for HIV Prevention and Health Services

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    The Center for HIV Prevention and Health Services contributes to expanding and facilitating the access to and use of quality HIV prevention, testing, medical, and support services by Marylanders, particularly those affected by vulnerabilities created by inequities related to race, ethnicity, poverty, gender, sexual orientation, age, first language, or physical or mental health conditions.

    CHPHS is part of the Infectious Disease Prevention and Health Services Bureau; as such is committed to partner with communities to achieve health equity for all Marylanders. Our priority is to advance health equity, and we are committed to tackling disparities within public health systems. It is our responsibility to serve Marylanders without any bias or discrimination and ensure open access to services and resources.​​​​

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    ​Community Events​​​

    P​rep For Pride Saturday, May 20, 2023, from 12 to 7 pm

    The Charles County Department of Health is proud to announce that it will be hosting an LGBTQIA+ Pride Festival on Saturday, May 20th, 2023, from 12 pm-7 pm. All members of the LGBTQIA+ community, their loved ones, and their allies are invited to attend this family-friendly event that will celebrate our diverse and valued community. This festival will include entertainment, speakers, community resources, food trucks, vendors, and a special pride walk to kick off the 1st EVER pride festival in Charles County!

    Admission is FREE... Tickets will be available beginning March 1st.

    https://www.eventbrite.com/e/prep-for-pride-tickets-510790958507