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See below for definitions for Medical and Mental Health Care.  Also the resources in this community for these services.
Primary Medical Care:
 
Ambulatory/Outpatient Medical Care- Office based medical services to include: education and prophylatic treatment for opportunistic infection, chronic and acute condition, illnesses and prevention of illness. [Ryan White Council]
 
Mental Health Services:
 
Mental Health/Psychiatry- Psychological and psychiatric treatment and counseling services, to individuals with a diagnosed mental illness, conducted in a group or individual setting, and provided by a mental health professional licensed, or authorized with the State to render such services.  This typically includes psychiatrists, psychologists, and licensed clinical social workers. [Ryan White Council]