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Welcome to NovaSalud, Inc.

Our mission is to improve and strengthen the health and well-being of our diverse community through culturally-competent and language-appropriate HIV/AIDS services. We provide HIV/STI testing and prevention education free of charge for all. NovaSalud works to help individuals overcome health disparities, stigma and obstacles to adequate care. We make it possible to learn, deliver and improve the health status of residents in the DC metropolitan area.

Our Programs

Ryan White Program

NovaSalud is committed to providing care to people living with HIV, regardless of their ability to pay. For those who are uninsured or underinsured, our Ryan White Program provides linkage to Ryan White HIV care and supportive services.

HIV/STI Testing/Prevention Program

NovaSalud provides free confidential HIV, STI and Hepatitis C counseling and testing for residents living in Virginia, D.C and Maryland. Outreach testing has been the foundation of NovaSalud’s successful HIV prevention program for the past decade. Appointments are available by phone, online scheduling or walk in.

Comprehensive Harm Reduction Program

The Comprehensive Harm Reduction (CHR) program is part of a larger public health strategy to reduce negative health outcomes for persons who engage in substance use. NovaSalud’s program incorporates a spectrum of strategies and evidence-based interventions that include overdose prevention, HIV/HCV transmission and other infection prevention.

Community Programs

NovaSalud programs provide support to diverse community members in the DC metropolitan area. We welcome anyone regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, different abilities or legal status. If you are interested, please give us a call at (703) 533-1858.

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Services we offer

HIV/STI Testing, Counseling, and Referrals

NovaSalud provides free HIV/STI testing and comprehensive counseling with an experienced health educator. Referrals and linkage to care are provided to clients if needed.

Mental Wellness Support

Mental health therapists are available for counseling sessions with those living with HIV.

HIV Prevention and Care Support

NovaSalud is devoted to educating the community on HIV prevention and achieving the most effective referral and linkage to care for recently diagnosed HIV clients.

Support Groups

NovaSalud provides support group programs for people living with HIV, trans women and black African American communities.

Comprehensive Harm Reduction

NovaSalud’s Comprehensive Harm Reduction program incorporate comprehensive strategies to reduce negative health effects for those who are substance users.

Compassionate Care and Support

Together we can build an HIV-Free Community