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PrEP has been available in Canada since 2016, but we haven't seen the #HIV prevention outcomes we need to end the HIV epidemic through this tool alone. Patrick O'Byrne and his co-researchers are looking into Active-Offer #PrEP paired with HIV self-testing from GetaKit.ca to see if we can increase PrEP uptake among at-risk populations. As Dr. O’Byrne puts it, “We [need to] reach out to help people instead of people always having to look for help themselves.” Learn more in today's Research Spotlight at https://lnkd.in/eRpFyu3c

𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐀𝐈𝐃𝐒 𝐃𝐚𝐲 – a time to unite in the fight against HIV, support those living with it, and honour the lives lost. This year, we’re putting the spotlight on HIV-related myths and facts. How much do you know about the advancements in HIV prevention, treatment, and care? Test your knowledge with our quick 𝐇𝐈𝐕 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐳 and challenge your understanding of this global health issue. Swipe to the last two slides for the answer key 🗝️ Share your results in the comments and tag a colleague to spread awareness! #MIMS #WorldAIDSday #HIV #diseaseawareness #fightstigma

📣Climate change worsens #HIV transmission and negatively impacts health outcomes for those living with HIV. Our brief reveals the connection with clear frameworks and community case studies from partners Alive Medical Services, Zvandiri and MENAHRA. 👉 Learn more: bit.ly/3HEpMoH

🚀 Exciting news in the fight against AIDS! A groundbreaking twice-yearly shot of lenacapavir could be a game-changer in HIV prevention. This unprecedented advancement might just help end the epidemic. 🩺💉 Read more about this revolutionary development that could change lives forever! 🔗 [Read the full article here](https://buff.ly/4gbAdiX) Let's keep pushing for progress! #AIDS #HIV #HealthcareInnovation #MedicalBreakthrough #EndTheEpidemic 👉 Don’t miss out on daily positive news—subscribe now at https://buff.ly/4cK4yUh!

Earlier this month, UKHSA published 2023 data surrounding #HIV transmissions, diagnoses, and mortality, and the results were shocking. Despite the government’s commitments and actions towards ending all new HIV transmission by 2030, Black communities continue to be failed by the lack of targeted interventions. We know what works – why aren’t we invested in building and supporting the resources that will improve HIV-related #healthinequalities? Our path to 2030 means little if our communities continue to be left behind in the HIV response. We need strategic action now.

With only 34% of lower and middle-income countries’ #HIV responses financed domestically (compared to 96% of other health systems costs), more work is needed to define and drive pathways toward increased sustainable financing of HIV #prevention and #treatment by 2030.   On December 10, join PATH for a dynamic webinar that discusses diverse financing channels for sustaining the #HIV response and features case studies from countries with exciting examples of mixed financing models. A panel of government and donor representatives and advocates will round out the session by sharing practical insights, lessons, and considerations to keep in mind as countries move forward with sustainability planning and implementation.   Register for the "Sustainable financing 2030: Accelerating integrated and country-owned HIV responses over the next five years" webinar here 👉🏽:

Improving access is critical. Improving utilization is also critical to assist people living with HIV to live safely with HIV.

This #EarthDay, learn more about the impact of #ClimateChange on #HIV and why "business as usual" could result in 11.6 and 16 million additional cases of HIV in sub-Saharan Africa by 2050, according to a recent report from Frontline AIDS: https://ow.ly/btgI50RlzOT

Today, on HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day, we honor the profound resilience of those who have lived with HIV for many years. Since the first official report of what became known as the AIDS epidemic on June 5, 1981, the journey for survivors has been filled with both challenges and triumphs. For instance, while more than 38 million people globally are living with HIV, advances in treatment mean many people can live long, healthy, full lives. PromptCare recognizes human courage, celebrates treatment progress, and supports every patient in this journey. Learn more about personalized, collaborative care: https://ow.ly/gYn950S9Ajl #HLTSAD #HIV #PatientAdvocacy #InfusionTherapy #HomeInfusion #SpecialtyPharmacy

While estimated annual new #HIV infections across the U.S. are decreasing, longstanding factors, such as systemic #inequities, social & economic marginalization and residential segregation, stand between highly effective HIV treatment & prevention and people who could benefit from them. Efforts must be accelerated and strengthened for progress to reach all groups faster and equitably! This article, "HIV Declines Among Young People and Drives Overall Decrease in New HIV Infections", discusses the recent declining trend in HIV infections, but stresses the importance that the work is far from over. Scan the QR code or follow the link to read about what still needs to be done to reach the national goal by 2030! Link HERE: https://ow.ly/JxRl50UxNHM. Like & share to bring awareness to the structural inequalities that hinder HIV prevention for many marginalized communities! #SDG3 #HIVPrevention Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Black AIDS Institute (BAI) GMHC