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Why the COVID-19 Vaccine Won’t Be a Magic Cure-All
Even with a vaccine, people in the U.S. will have to confront widespread mistrust of public health services, government leaders, and vaccines themselves.
University of Michigan President Draws Students’ Ire After Harmful HIV Rhetoric
Students demand a public apology, closure of the school until safety protocols can be implemented, and a place at the planning table for marginalized communities.
Border Work in Tijuana Has Taught Me That Immigration Is a Public Health Concern
A law student from a Central American immigrant family learns about the dangers faced by transgender migrants at the border.
The Anatomy of a Slip-Up
Why do people living with HIV fall through the cracks of care despite our best efforts, and how do we prevent that during a global pandemic?
Look Out, Ohio: Shay and TK Are Here to Teach You About HIV, STIs, and Sexual Health
Through their online alter egos, two staffers at the HIV/LGBTQ health nonprofit Equitas share basics on HIV and STI prevention, plus how to advocate for yourself in the medical world as a person from a marginalized community.
How an HIV Long-Term Survivor Sued an NYC Cosmetic Surgeon for Refusal of Service—And Won
The Americans with Disabilities Act prohibits providers from turning away patients based on their HIV status. When it happened to veteran HIV activist Mark Milano, he fought back.
This Trio Took Care of the Bronx’s Homeless Drug Users Through the Worst Months of COVID-19
Bronx Móvil’s Tamara Oyola Santiago, Alexis Del Rio, and Nelson Gonzalez combed the New York City borough at night in a rented car to give out clean syringes, food, water, sanitizer, and other essentials.
HIV and STI Disclosure When It’s Not Your Status to Share
If you have questions about whether or not you should disclose someone’s status, the answer is don’t do it.
The Voices of Those Affected by HIV Are the Missing Link in Our Current COVID-19 Response
Communities affected by HIV are uniquely positioned to offer leadership in fighting this pandemic.
COVID-19 Has Thrown a Wrench in Location-Based HIV Testing
Agencies are increasing access to at-home testing, but it’s not enough to make up for the cutbacks to in-person testing services.