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As the holiday season is quickly approaching, we could all use a little cheer. That goes for everyone in our community, including our beloved patients and staff. Our workers have been helping minorities fight HIV and AIDS since 1998! We are nearing the end of the year 2021 and we can proudly say that we are doing a good job.…

It was only a few years ago that every member of the LGBTQ+ community was expected to come out of the closet and reveal their sexual preference to the world. Coming out of the closet is a popular metaphor used to describe the shame and guilt many people were made to feel about their sexual orientation. Though the phrase has…

Having HIV may feel scary and alienating. What’s even worse is having it and not knowing. Getting an HIV test is the first step towards living a long and healthy life. Knowing you are HIV negative can do no harm, and knowing that you are positive can put you on the right track in getting the help you need. Getting…

PrEP refers to the term pre-exposure prophylaxis. It is a medication commonly used to prevent the spread of HIV. The medication is recommended to people who are at high risk of contracting the virus. If your partner is HIV positive, you are eligible to receive PrEP. It is highly effective if taken regularly, as prescribed. The popularization of PrEP has…