What does AFHC mean in HEALTHCARE

An Adolescent Friendly Health Clinic (AFHC) is a healthcare center specially designed to meet the health needs of adolescents and young adults. It provides comprehensive, confidential, and up-to-date information and advice on topics such as sexuality, contraception, mental health, physical health care, substance use, nutrition education and other related issues.

At an AFHC clinic you can access a range of services including primary medical care; counseling on reproductive health; pregnancy testing; HIV/STI testing; contraception counseling and management; mental health services; nutrition education; substance use assessment and treatment referrals.

All patients' information is kept strictly confidential according to established laws and regulations. A patient's consent must be obtained prior to collection, use or disclosure of any personal information. Furthermore, only trained healthcare professionals have access to a patient's medical records.

In most states individuals do not need to pay anything out of pocket for the visit or services they receive at an AFHC clinic. However it is important to check with the relevant local authority regarding any potential costs in advance.

Yes - depending on the individual state laws there may be access available for emergency contraception at certain clinics without requiring parental consent or notification or even if you are under 18 years old. Therefore it is best to check this with your local clinic in advance.