What services are available through Kind Clinic virtual care?
Our virtual services include PrEP, HIV care and gender-affirming care, ensuring comprehensive support no matter where you are in Texas. You must be 18 or older to receive virtual services. PEP is available virtually, but you’ll need to visit a Kind Clinic location to begin lab work. As a reminder, PEP must be started within […]
What does this transition to virtual services mean for Kind Clinic patients?
For Kind Clinic patients, this transition expands your options for virtual care statewide. You no longer have to book virtual services with one of our brick-and-mortar locations, instead just book under “Virtual Services.”
What does this transition to virtual services mean for TeleKind patients?
TeleKind patients will now book their appointments directly through Kind Clinic, streamlining access to care. You’ll still receive the same high-quality care, now under the expanded Kind Clinic virtual services. Your Care Navigator will now be called your Patient Advocate, who will continue to assist with your care, including medication coverage and financial support.
Are there specific cleaning instructions depending on what I’m cleaning, Laundry vs. counters, etc?
Laundry Used or contaminated clothing, linens and bedding materials, towels, and other fabric items should be contained until laundering. When at all possible, people with Mpox should handle and launder their own soiled laundry. Laundry should not be mixed with that of other members of the household. Follow these laundering procedures: Hard Surfaces (and non-porous car […]
What should I do to clean and disinfect my house from Mpox?
During isolation at home, people with Mpox should clean and disinfect the spaces they occupy regularly to limit household contamination. People who have recovered from Mpox and whose isolation period has ended should conduct a thorough disinfection of all the spaces within the home that they had been in contact with. Follow the steps below to minimize […]
What types of disinfectants work against Mpox?
Use an EPA-registered disinfectant, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Follow all manufacturer directions for use, including concentration, contact time, and care and handling. When choosing a disinfectant, it is important to consider any potential health hazards, and do not mix disinfectants or add other chemicals. More considerations can be found here: Hazard Communication for Disinfectants Used Against […]
I’m already isolationg in my house, why do I need to disinfect?
Mpox spreads between people through direct contact with an infectious rash, body fluids, or by respiratory secretions during prolonged, face-to-face contact. Transmission of the virus is possible from the onset of the first symptoms until the scabs have separated and the skin has fully healed. During the infectious period of time, body fluids, respiratory secretions, and […]
Do Mpox vaccines interact with HIV meds?
Data is limited, but most HIV treatment can be safely given with Mpox treatment and smallpox vaccines. People with HIV should inform their healthcare provider of all their medications to help determine if any interactions exist.
Can I get vaccinated if I have HIV?
Vaccination is recommended for anyone with a probably exposure to Mpox but you should speak with your healthcare provider to find out what is best for you.
Are people with HIV more likely to get Mpox or have sever illness?
CDC doesn’t know if having HIV increases the likelihood of getting Mpox. Mpox can spread to anyone through prolonged, close, personal, often skin-to-skin contact, as well as through contact with objects, fabrics (clothing, bedding, or towels), and surfaces that have been used by someone with Mpox, or contact with respiratory secretions, through kissing and other […]
