Individuals who have HIV/AIDS and who are also alcohol and/or drug addicted will ultimately face serious consequences unless they obtain the treatment services they require from an effective Ames alcohol and drug rehabilitation center. Being stricken with HIV/AIDS is at times a sure death sentence but misusing drugs or alcohol while ill with these types of diseases makes these diseases progress are much faster rates and can make the medications used to keep them from progressing virtually ineffective. Because of this proven drug rehab facilities in Ames which understand the physical issues involved while helping individuals with HIV/AIDS is the only hope for these people who also dealing with drug addiction. Individuals with HIV/AIDS can extend their lives and maybe even add many years to their lives if they take the opportunity to avail themselves of the proven rehabilitation that is available.