September 2014 - AIDS.gov Blog - The Network of Care

United States Conference on AIDS, USCA 2014: The largest annual AIDS-related gathering in the U.S. begins on Oct 2.

The 18th annual United States Conference on AIDS (USCA) takes place on October 2-5, 2014 in San Diego, CA, and is hosted by the National Minority AIDS Council (NMAC), the nation’s leading advocacy organization representing communities of color who are...

Published Tue, Sep 30 2014 9:36 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: Conferences, Strategy/Planning, New Media, Social Networks, USCA 2014

National Recovery Month: An Opportunity to Integrate Behavioral Health and Hepatitis C Prevention

Every year in September, we recognize National Recovery Month. Now in its 25th year, Recovery Month highlights how prevention and treatment of and recovery from mental and substance use disorders benefit individuals and our communities. This year’s theme...

Published Tue, Sep 30 2014 6:12 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: Injection Drug Use, SAMHSA, HIV Policy & Programs, Viral Hepatitis

CDC and HRSA Announce Funding Opportunities for HIV Prevention and Care

Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) recently announced funding opportunities for HIV services that may be of interest to readers of the AIDS.gov blog. CDC Funding for High...

Published Mon, Sep 29 2014 3:00 PM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: Communities of Color, Testing, CDC, HRSA, HIV Policy & Programs, Treatment

A Prescription for Ending the HIV Epidemic

Antiretroviral treatment can enable HIV-infected Americans to avoid the debilitating illnesses and premature death once nearly inescapable for people with the infection. Research has shown that, when taken consistently, these medications also greatly...

Published Mon, Sep 29 2014 2:36 PM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: Testing, CDC, HIV Policy & Programs, Treatment

National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day: Take Action to Curb HIV

As we approach the observance of National Gay Men’s HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (NGMHAAD) on September 27, it seems timely – indeed, imperative – to encourage all gay men, as well as those who work with, provide services to, and/or love them to take stock...

Published Fri, Sep 26 2014 9:42 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: HIV/AIDS Awareness Days, LGBTQ Health, National HIV/AIDS Strategy, HIV Policy & Programs, Black Gay & Bisexual Men

Gay and Bisexual Men See HIV as the Top Health Issue Facing Their Community, But Majorities Are Not Personally Worried About Getting Infected & Not Getting Tested Regularly

Most Are Unaware of New Prevention Options, Such as PrEP, or Current Treatment Recommendations MENLO PARK, CA – More than thirty years into the HIV/AIDS epidemic, and at a time when infections among gay and bisexual men are on the rise in the U.S., a...

Published Thu, Sep 25 2014 1:52 PM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: Research, Treatment, Black Gay & Bisexual Men

HIV Care for Gay and Bisexual Men is a National Priority

Gay and bisexual men of all races continue to be the group most severely affected by HIV. In fact, in an age where HIV is viewed as a winnable battle and a host of new prevention strategies are becoming available, new infections are actually on the rise...

Published Thu, Sep 25 2014 10:40 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: HIV/AIDS Awareness Days, HIV Policy & Programs

Healthcare Reform is Making a Difference in Each State

Millions of Americans across the country are benefiting from the stronger coverage and consumer protections made possible by the Affordable Care Act. HHS recently posted updated information detailing how the Affordable Care Act has led to better options...

Published Thu, Sep 25 2014 9:00 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: Affordable Care Act, HIV Policy & Programs

The Evolution of Mobile Apps and Usage in the HIV community

The AIDS.gov blog follows the evolution of mobile apps, especially those used to promote good health among communities impacted by HIV/AIDS. In its recently released U.S. Mobile App Report , comScore states that 2014 has marked a milestone in digital...

Published Tue, Sep 23 2014 6:00 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: New Media, Mobile

CDC Posts 2014 State HIV Prevention Progress Report

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released the first annual 2014 State HIV Prevention Progress Report [PDF 12.8MB]. This report shows that the nation’s HIV prevention goals are achievable, but closing gaps between states will...

Published Mon, Sep 22 2014 4:43 PM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: National HIV/AIDS Strategy, CDC, HIV Policy & Programs, HIV Continuum of Care

CDC’s New “HIV Treatment Works” Supports National Efforts to Improve Outcomes Along the HIV Care Continuum

Earlier this week, I had the privilege of participating in the launch of HIV Treatment Works, CDC’s first national communication campaign focused exclusively on encouraging treatment and care for people living with HIV. The campaign features people living...

Published Fri, Sep 19 2014 10:00 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: People Living With HIV, CDC, HIV Policy & Programs, Treatment, HIV Continuum of Care

Popeye’s Chicken Franchisee to Pay $25,000 to Settle EEOC Disability Discrimination Lawsuit

Longview Fast Food Restaurant Refused to Hire HIV-Positive Applicant Despite His Qualifications, Federal Agency Charged TYLER, Texas – Famous Chicken of Shreveport, L.L.C. a Popeye’s Chicken franchisee, has agreed to pay $25,000 and provide...

Published Fri, Sep 19 2014 9:00 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: HIV Policy & Programs, Americans with Disabilities Act, employment

Puerto Rico Makes Important Strides To Support Vaccine Research to Combat HIV

The Obama Administration is a strong partner in helping Puerto Rico to develop the industries that will support its long-term economic growth. One such opportunity is to work through the President’s Task Force on Puerto Rico to identify opportunities...

Published Fri, Sep 19 2014 8:00 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: Research, HIV Vaccine, NIH

HRSA awards $9.9 million in Affordable Care Act funds to enhance HIV services in community health centers

The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) Administrator, Mary K. Wakefield, PhD, RN, announced $9.9 million in funding through the Affordable Care Act and the Secretary’s Minority AIDS Initiative Fund, to 22 health centers in Florida, Massachusetts...

Published Fri, Sep 19 2014 6:00 AM by AIDS.gov blog

Filed under: CDC, HRSA, Affordable Care Act, HIV Policy & Programs

National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAAD)

Today is the 7th annual observance of National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day (NHAAAD). This year’s theme reminds us that Aging is a part of life: HIV doesn’t have to be. To further the goals of reducing new cases of HIV among older people and supporting...

Published Thu, Sep 18 2014 12:58 PM by AIDS.gov blog