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Oregon Bill Allowing Pharmacists to Prescribe PrEP and PEP Passes House

The HIV prevention bill now heads to the Oregon Senate. Here’s why better PrEP and PEP access could help Latinos and Black Americans.

May Is Hepatitis Awareness Month 2021

About 2.4 million Americans are living with hepatitis C and 862,00 have hep B. Spread the word about this hidden epidemic.

You’re Invited to a Virtual Bingo Birthday Bash

Hosted by legendary drag queen Linda Simpson, the event is a fundraiser for Visual AIDS.

Ongoing Engagement in HIV Care Associated With Drop in HIV Transmission

Getting to undetectable requires continued engagement in care, especially for people facing additional challenges.
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Patrick O’Connell was instrumental in numerous Visual AIDS projects, notably the creation of the red ribbon and Day Without Art.

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O’Connell’s massive impact on the world may never fully be known. But it sure as hell deserves our deepest appreciation.

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The Scott County syringe program was associated with a substantial drop in new HIV cases since its legalization.
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I Can Still Love You From Here

The Visual AIDS May Web gallery addresses the silent struggle that is carried by those with chronic illnesses.

NMAC to Hold 2021 U.S. Conference on HIV/AIDS In Person

USCHA—the United States Conference on HIV/AIDS—will take place in Washington, DC, from October 28 to 31.
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Vivent Health Merges With Thrive to Bring HIV Care to Kansas City

Vivent will create an HIV Medical Home in Kansas City, Missouri, where Latinos and Black Americans see higher HIV rates.

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The duo runs Relationships Unleashed, a Black-led LGBTQ group in Tennessee that helps folks living with HIV.
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Strides Against HIV/AIDS Falter, Especially in the South, as Nation Battles COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has profoundly disrupted almost every aspect of the battle against HIV.

Our Days Are Numbered

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