Clarks Harm Reduction Coalition

06/06/2026

The illicit drug supply is constantly evolving, with new synthetic substances emerging faster than many communities can track.

One of the latest substances raising concern is cychlorphine — a powerful synthetic opioid believed to be significantly more potent than fentanyl and difficult to detect with standard fentanyl test strips.

Learn more about what cychlorphine is, why public health officials are sounding the alarm, and what communities need to know at apcbham.org/blog.

06/05/2026

Today we honor HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day—a day to recognize the strength, resilience, and history of those who have lived through the earliest and most difficult years of the HIV/AIDS epidemic and continue to thrive today.
To all long-term survivors: you are not forgotten. You are not invisible. You are deeply valued.



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06/05/2026

Go purple with Clarks Harm Reduction Coalition for National Naloxone Awareness Day. Demonstrate your support by illuminating your home or business in purple and wearing purple attire on June 6 💜

06/05/2026

The Division of Disease Prevention (DDP) is tremendously saddened by the sudden passing of one of our staff members, Beth Marschak. Read our tribute to her legacy on our website.

Staff tribute to the legacy of colleague Romayne "Beth" Marschak and her contributions to the community before passing away June 3, 2026.

06/04/2026

Shout to all the men suffering with their mental health with no one to turn to as society taught men to mask their emotions. We need to encourage men to speak up, not man up. Talking saves lives.

05/22/2026

Unfortunately, due to inclement weather, we regret that we will not be present at Miller Park this Saturday, 5/23/26. We are disappointed to miss this opportunity to engage with the community, but prioritize the safety and well-being of all attendees. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to seeing you again the following Saturday !!! 💙🌧️ If you require any harm reduction services, please do not hesitate to contact us via text or phone, and we will be pleased to provide assistance.

05/19/2026

Today (May 19) is National Hepatitis Testing Day! Millions of Americans are living with viral hepatitis, yet many don't know it. Let's raise awareness of hepatitis B and hepatitis C and encourage everyone to learn their status. Encourage hepatitis testing TODAY and beyond! https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis-awareness/about/index.html@

05/19/2026

Naloxone isn’t exclusively for individuals struggling with addiction. It’s for the toddler who inadvertently ingests a pill at the park. It’s for the friend whose beverage was surreptitiously spiked. It’s for the teenager who makes an uncharacteristic poor decision. It’s for the grandparent who forgets they already took their medication. Accidents don’t discriminate, and neither should we. Like insulin, naloxone saves lives. Both should be accessible to everyone. Let us put an end to the debate. Let us prioritize saving lives.

05/16/2026

Clarks Harm Reduction Coalition is actively investigating a case of HIV being spread around Lynchburg, VA this individual is to be know to frequent the gay apps like Grindr and Jack'd. We are asking the LGBT+ community to be safe and practice safe s*x and also know your status.
Please note that we do offer recourses and services for mental health, addiction, HIV, Hep C and B and much more free free to reach out to us at 434-429-0255 or email us at [email protected] also you can reach out to our partners Food Not Bombs - Lynchburg VA

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03/19/2026

HIV rates are rising in Virginia, and early testing is one of the most powerful tools we have to protect our community. Knowing your status not only helps prevent the spread of HIV—it ensures individuals living with HIV can access care and lead healthy lives.
Prevention matters.
PrEP and PEP are highly effective options for reducing the risk of HIV transmission, and we’re here to help you navigate them.
We offer FREE:
• HIV Testing
• Linkage to Care
• PrEP & PEP Navigation
Take control of your health today.