The Berkeley Free Clinic is a non-profit community clinic located in Berkeley, California, US. It is operated as a worker-run collective by more than 100 volunteers. It has provided free medical care since opening in 1969. History The Berkeley Free Clinic was founded in 1969 during the People's Park riots in Berkeley. Two founders were local booksellers Moe Moskowitz and Fred Cody, of Moe's Books and Cody's Books. The Berkeley Free Clinic operates as a non-profit clinic that relies entirely on donations and government funding. It is run by volunteers who receive clinic and classroom training. The Berkeley Free Clinic strives to treat and value its patients with dignity and respect. Since opening, the Berkeley Free Clinic has provided both medical and dental assistance. As the need for the clinic expanded, so did its resources and hours of operation. Today, in addition to its normal hours of operation, the Berkeley Free Clinic has devoted hours to solely treating undocumented immigrants by providing them with free dental procedures for life. In 2009, the clinic faced severe budget cuts due to the fiscal crisis in the state of California. Services Acute primary medical care Although limited, the primary care clinician team provides services for common respiratory illnesses, hepatitis infections, uncomplicated skin rashes/wounds, simple ear issues, and gynecological concerns. It also provides testing for urinary tract infections, sexually transmitted diseases, pregnancy, and tuberculosis. The clinic offers flu shots and tetanus boosters as well. Tuberculosis testing The mission statement of the tuberculosis team is to provide "client-centered care to all people". A tuberculosis bacteria (TB) skin test involves two visits to the clinic. In the first visit, a tiny amount of a liquid, tuberculin, is injected under the skin in the forearm. In a follow-up appointment two or three days later, the skin test site is examined by the provider. A positive result (a raised, swollen bump at the injection site), indicates the person is infected with tuberculosis bacteria, while a negative result (no/little injection site reaction) means the person is unlike to be infected with TB. Dental services The dental care providers emphasize the importance of "good oral health" in overall patient health. The team is composed of licensed dentists, hygienists and dental assistants. The currently offered dental services include oral examinations and most common dental procedures, including cleanings, fillings, and tooth extractions. In order to be seen in the clinic and receive