whole person. whole care.

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whole person. whole care. 〰️

take charge of your health

The LaVida Care team is ready to help you

welcome to LaVida Care

We're your local neighborhood resource for STD and STI testing, treatment, and medication. Our goal is to promote as loudly as possible that with HIV PrEP, completely wiping out the disease is no longer a dream! We believe in providing patients with an open and nonjudgmental space to make healthcare choices. We're excited to welcome you with wide-open arms and empower you to take charge of your health.

We serve as your community resource for testing, treatment, and medication related to STDs and STIs. Our mission is to emphasize that with HIV PrEP, the complete eradication of the disease is now a tangible reality. We are committed to offering patients a welcoming and nonjudgmental environment to make informed healthcare decisions.

We look forward to embracing you and empowering you to take control of your sexual health.

– Dr. Chris Angara & Your Care Team  

whole person.
whole care.

ready to take charge of your health?

LaVida Care is where to start. Right here in your community, we provide welcoming and sympathetic STD and HIV testing, prevention, and referrals to treatment – whether you can pay or not. These services are offered by San Fernando Community Health Center, which locals have trusted for almost 100 years.

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  • Doctor Chris advises a patient on choices Truvada, Descovy, or injectable Apretude as post-exposure prophylactic medication

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    Ready to take charge of your health? LaVida Care is where to start. Right here in your community, we provide…

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  • Start with in-clinic or telemedicine tele-PrEP services, your sign up is fast and easy with online forms.

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    Use these step-by-step instructions to get more information about the program, determine your insurance…

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  • Our care staff includes a pharmacy specialist, nurse practitioners and HIV testing coordinator

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    The LaVida Care staff is here for anyone and everyone who needs us. Clinical pharmacy specialist…

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  • "I love speaking to people that understand...It makes me feel comfortable talking about my sexual health & sexual activities."

    David R.

  • "I feel so welcomed at SFCHC. The staff there are kind and very good at answering any and all questions regarding my health."

    Jesus V.

  • "I was nervous, at first, and thought about not showing up. Eddy made me feel comfortable and Dr. Chris put me at ease. If you have any reservations about PrEP or getting on the medication, come to SFCHC. "

    Patient (Name Withheld)

  • "My experience here with SFCHC has been great. The whole staff here is very welcoming, kind and respectful. I've had no issues here, this establishment is great."

    Mario M.

  • "My favorite thing about LaVida Care is that they are very accommodating. I am being treated from 189 miles away and that is very awesome."

    Patient (Name Withheld)

  • "The overall experience with SFCHC and LaVida Care has been great and positive."

    Gilbert B.

  • "My favorite thing about LaVida Care is that the providers are non-judgmental."

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  • "Besides your physical health, everybody is very friendly and concerned about how you are doing too."

    Tuyen T.

  • "It has been amazing to have doctors who can relate and be sensitive to health issues and possess the knowledge of the community to offer the best options for my health choices."

    Ramon S.